Hygge MOS Magazine #9 May/June 2018 www.masterofsimplicity.com
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News
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Hygge (origin)
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Minimalism and Hygge
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Why hygge is a feeling
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Hygge à la Portuguese
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Tropical Hygge
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Switched-On Relationships
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Being happy: it’s simple…but not easy
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The source of happiness
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A hygge pregnancy
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In the time of my grandma
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Fabric is not wasteful
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Hygge is...
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Hygge: interview with Jo Kneale
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Live your home
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Tips for a hygge organization
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Creating a unique, hyggeligt haven
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A hygge kitchen
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How to practice hygge in Spring and Summer!
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Short Story: A perfect day
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What the eyes don’t see...
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Slow living
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Got a light soy candles
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Saponina
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Círculo Ceramics
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Respiramor
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Vegan Vibe
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OrganiCup: interview with Elizabete Gomes
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I was always a city girl
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Wolistic Agenda
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Hygge Catalog
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Discount Coupons
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Read it out loud, “HUGA”, with a heavy “h”! There are those who leave the trace of an “I” in the first syllable, making it “H(i)UGA” (yes, just a trace!). This is how you pronounce the theme of today! How come? Why produce an edition of MOS Magazine all about a word which doesn’t exist in Portuguese or Brazilian dictionaries? It would be just like making an edition about Fado (Portuguese music), Saudade (a feeling of longing or nostalgia that is characteristic of the Portuguese or Brazilian temperament) or even Cafuné (the act of tenderly running fingers through a loved one’s hair, popularly considered a gesture of love and affection). They are words to be felt and not said! In this issue we’ll be inspired by this concept, try to define it and illustrate something which is immaterial. We’ll talk with wonderful people from all over the world, including Danes, to gain an understanding of the essence of this word. And at times, we’ll translate the term “hygge” to “practice hygge”. It’s important to point out that our suggestions here for creating a more hygge environment are intended only to inspire you. Good readings!
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Credits Director and Editor: Fátima Teixeira Supervisor: Giovani Goulart Marketing: GGO Master of Simplicity English Translation: Roisin Abbott Editor´s Note: The articles are originally written in Brazilian, Portuguese and English, giving each author the freedom to express themselves accordingly. Contacto: For questions or suggestions please contact:: masterofsimplicity@gmail.com Cover´s Photography: Haute Stock
Fátima Teixeira Founder of MOS Magazine, pianist, conductor and music teacher. Adept of minimalism, always in search of simplicity with practical results applicable to daily life.
Giovani Goulart Songwriter, instrumentalist, producer and musical arranger. A sympathizer of minimalism and of organized and conscious lifestyles. Provides his music services online.
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Collaborators Ana Carolina
Andreia Marques
Professional controller and blogger in her spare time, it was through sewing and the search for a simpler life that she found her true path.
Carolyn V
Designer, textile artist and mother. Practices weaving, and tries to give a unique story to every product.
Catarina Agostinho Owner & Photographer at Sixteen Miles Out. My goal is to bring simplicity and peace to your life through the images I create.
Cláudia Crespo
Works in the optics eld, but it is through Yoga, meditation, and all her inner work that she has changed her view of herself and everything around her.
Cláudia P. Weber
Self-taught in nutrition, mindfulness and personal growth, lover of photography and food styling, she created the site “Paleo Kitchen Tales”, where creativity and a passion for health are served up at the table.
Eva Pais
Coach. Helps more introverted people on their path to finding balance and simplicity. Lives in Portugal and Germany.
Fernando Miranda Founder of Vegan Vibe, mother, wife and little sister. Conscious that we can all change our lifestyle no matter what our story.
Inês Espada Nobre Advocate for Slow Living and Zero Waste, she lives with her heart on her sleeve and sees poetry in the most everyday things. Her soul is a bookworm which through words she translates the world.
Joana Barbosa Creator of Respiramor (Breathe Love). Shares positive messages through her products and YouTube channel. Dreamer, lover of animals and a vegan lifestyle.
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Journalist who created and maintains the “Hygge Life” site. In search of a more meaningful life and a more conscious diet.
Iris Light Spiritual psychologist, instructor of Kundalini Yoga, writer, lecturer and teacher. Cofounder of Seva&Simran Kundalini Yoga studio, she dedicates herself to teaching ways of expanding our consciousness.
Juliana Lima Journalist and translator, she aims to simplify life and routines through her books and texts. Craetor of the “Hygge Life” site.
in this edition Kayleigh Tanner Writer and blogger. Loves candles, flowers, autumn and all Scandinavian things.
Liliana Dinis Cosmetologist, consultant, trainer and beauty coach. Founder of Saponina. Creates organic, ecological, zero-waste products aimed for simple and healthy hygiene, free from harmful substances.
Mafalda Sousa Social educator, passionate about positive psychology. Creator of the blog A Felicidade é o Caminho (happiness is the way), where she shares strategies for a more full and happy life.
Margarida Pestana Content writer, photographer and aspiring blogger. Passionate about nature, plants, minimalism and contagious smiles!
Mike Rijo
Lara Leitão Photographer. She loves to capture feelings and transpose momentum and emotions into photography, through portraits or detailed photos.
Mafalda Lhorca Portuguese and living in the US with a degree in Media and Communications. A tennis player, she is addicted to summer and country music. Passionate about candle-making.
Margarida Almeida Creator of “Círculo Ceramics”, a ceramics brand which, since 2015, has created subtle and timeless pieces, while always keeping their purpose and use in mind.
Melinda Tarcon Owner of The Barefoot Warrior Blog. Live Simply. Love Courageously.
Olga Simões Professional photographer of Architecture, Landscape and Gastronomy. Since childhood he has an enormous passion for art and entrepreneurship.
Rosangela Aggio Founder of Organiza Sim, Environmental Management, Interior Design, Personal Organizer, Instructor of organization course and Jewelry workshop.
Mother, psychologist and teacher. Fascinated by emotions and human behaviour, she believes that interpersonal relationships are the most important pillar of mental health.
Susana Machado Geographer, teacher, specialist in sustainable development, writes for children and adults with the purpose of educating for sustainability and solidarity.
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W or d s : F á ti ma T ei x ei r a P h ot ogr a p hy : A li s a A nton
Hygge The exact origin of the word hygge is unknown. However, some speculations do exist. They have discovered that the word “hugge”, which was used in the 16th century, and means to hug, gave way to the English word “hug”, to embrace. There had to be a connection, right? But there is yet another theory. Did you know that Denmark and Norway used to be one kingdom? There is a belief that the word “hygge” had its origin in a Norwegian word that means “well-being”. And that it only appeared in Danish writing for the first time at the beginning of the 1800s, in the time that Denmark lost Norway.
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Minimalism and Hygge On first glance they can appear conflicting, but I really believe that these concepts are BFFs! W ords : F átima T eixeira P hotography : C aleb J ones
Joshua Becker, from the
favors experiences. Simple
blog ‘Becoming Minimalist’,
pleasures such as hanging
details that “minimalism is
out with family and friends,
happiness is different for
the intentional prioritization
or simply living in the
each one, but the issue
of the things we love
present and avoiding doing
at hand is the sentiment
most and the removal
too much, cements the
that is achieved, and not
of everything which
contentment that both
how you get there. Don’t
distracts us from this”. It
hygge and minimalism
bother filling your house
is clear that a minimalist
promote.
with candles, books and
embraces simplicity, and
The concept of
blankets if it doesn’t make
in a conscious way aims to
in both concepts. As
invest their time in more
well as a detachment
meaningful relationships:
from things, the idea of
including Kayleigh in
in a job that they love, or
focusing on the “now”
her article “why hygge
simply, by making the most
and taking control of your
is a feeling”, on the next
of the moments that make
life. With judgements left
page, reinforce that this
them happy.
aside, calm is able to fill
concept doesn’t have
This is characteristic of
your soul. All of these
requirements, it’s free and
hygge, which aims to boost
circumstances lead to
can happen anywhere!
happiness by prioritizing
tranquility.
quality time with the things
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Gratitude is also present
the slightest?
And those rustic homes,
you feel peaceful. Various writers,
I agree that, just as with minimalism, it happens
and people we love, and,
full of knick-knacks, that
above all inside of you and
just as with minimalism,
don’t seem minimalist in
in your own way.
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“it happens inside of you and in your own way�
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For anyone new to hygge, it’s easy to assume that it’s all about the big slices of cake, the cosy blankets and the woolly socks. Many retailers lead us to believe that hygge is something we can buy, whether that’s warm clothing, candles or an expensive new mug. But really, hygge is W ords : K ayleigh T anner P hotography : L ara L eitão
Why hygge
is a feeling
intangible. Anyone can
places. Sometimes it’s about
hygge anywhere, and the best
going for a drive in the rainy
part is that it’s absolutely free.
countryside with my best friend
You really don’t need to buy
and our favourite music. Other
anything at all to experience
times it’s about laughing until
hygge – all you need is the
my face hurts in a quiet bar over
right people and a space where
a few cocktails. Sometimes it’s
you feel cosy, comfortable and
as simple as ordering a curry
happy.
and watching my favourite show
Hygge is very personal –
on Netflix. It’s never anything
some people like to hygge
expensive, and it’s always
alone, lazing in a hot bath with
something I really love to do.
a glass of wine and calming music, whereas others prefer to invite a few friends over for an intimate dinner party or a relaxed film
There’s no single way to do hygge ‘right’, and contrary to popular belief, you can’t make it happen. Hygge is something that happens, not something you can
night. You may also like
force. In fact, it often happens
to hygge on the beach
when you’re least expecting it,
with an ice cream, or in
as long as you feel comfortable
a beautiful garden on a
in your surroundings and happy
hot sunny day.
in the company of the people
I’ve experienced hygge in all sorts of
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Creating a unique, hyggeligt haven in one’s home is more accessible than one might think. All it takes is a creative approach to using everyday items in unexpected ways.
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Incorporating “layers� into home decor instantly adds a touch of
hygge ambiance
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Arrange compatible items inside one another. A vintage milk pitcher of tulips, layered inside a glass battery jar and an antique wire swimming basket placed on an over sized tray, adds effortless
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hygge appeal
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Serve a generous slice of the apple pie with the match latte and savour in the company of a good book!
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A Hygge Kitchen In a hygge kitchen, you make food which warms the heart, that is, comfort food. W ords & P hotography : C láudia C respo
Food that is associated with a feeling
rantee the best nutritional quality.
of nostalgia or emotional warmth, whi-
A creamy, velvety-soft cauliflower
ch brings us back to our childhood or
soup with bacon croutons, yams roas-
reminds us of a relative or friend.
ted in the oven with salt and sprigs of
Comfort food satisfies us through its
rosemary, an apple pie or a simple tur-
enchanting look and irresistible flavour,
meric latte with homemade almond
like a cozy energy offering us immedia-
biscuits are just some of the recipes
te contentment.
that I associate with hyggeligt food.
The original hygge cuisine of Den-
As well as the homely food, I love to
mark relied on sweets, hot drinks, fatty
create a calm, comfortable and wel-
meats and hearty stews to bring com-
coming environment. Candles, flowers
fort. Candles and good company for-
and relaxing music, and most of the
med part of this ritual. I think that hygge
time, the company of family and friends.
cuisine can be adapted for everyone,
Relaxing and eating what we love
because at the end of the day, we are all different and so naturally our choices of comfort food will be, too.
most is part of the hygge ritual. I’m going to share with you one of my favorite recipes in my own hygge style.
Hygge is a constant in my kitchen.
A gluten- free apple pie, which is super
Everything is made with an open heart
easy to prepare and made with whole-
in harmony and immense happiness,
some ingredients.
without forgetting the old adage “you
It’s a great guilty pleasure, especially
are what you eat”. For this reason, I
on those rainy, grey days paired with a
choose natural, organic and healthy in-
matcha latte, curled up in the company
gredients which are in- season to gua-
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“OrganiCup is an alternative to conventional absorbents and tampons but considerably healthier and more comfortable.”
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Elizabete Gomes is a mom, passionate about eco-design
and a freelance designer. She is the founder of the online store
BAZAR BAZAR Eco-Shop and the OrganiCup representative for Portugal.
What are the main benefits? The truth is there are lots…I think the main one is that fact it is much healthier! OrganiCup is made entirely from 100% surgical silicone (without any other ingredient or colorant and certified as hypoallergenic by Allergy Certified). This type of silicone is used in medical environments and, for example, in baby’s soothers, due to its biocompatible qualities. It 102 Master Masterofof Simplicity Simplicity Magazine Magazine
doesn’t change with humidity or temperature and is naturally anti-bacterial. It doesn’t leave any residue in the body of the user and does not absorb the natural moisture of the vaginal canal like absorbents or tampons. Thus it is much healthier and safer for women. However, although this may be the main reason to change and leave behind the conventional methods, OrganiCup also avoids the tonnes of
global waste and non-recyclable plastic created by conventional products. It is very economical – one OrganiCup costs 24€ and can last up to 10 years. Imagine, 10 years without buying towels or tampons! It’s revolutionary! But, what is also fantastic is the freedom it gives us during our period! We usually spend our periods worried about going to the bathroom to change, whether we’ve run out of tampons, whether we can sleep with a tampon…Today I have swimming lesson and I’ve forgotten my tampons…This towel has a strange smell, will anyone notice?... My period has come and I forgot to buy towels, etc, etc. All of these thoughts in our heads constantly for 5 days… OrganiCup changes the model of periods and of constant worry. I remember one time when my period arrived early. I had absolutely nothing at home and I had to give a training sessions at the
OrganiCup was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 2012. And “it is the result of the persistence of a designer (also one of the founders) who believed that conventional female hygiene products were not healthy or sustainable”, states Elizabete Gomes. She adds that “Denmark has one of the most developed and sensitive societies in the world with regard to well-being and sustainability”.
company where I worked at 8.30am. Help??! After the initial shock, I had the brilliant idea of searching through every bag that I owned (which is quite a few) and finally discovered a lost tampon…I arrived late to the training and I still had to run to a gas station in the interval. Every woman goes through these menstrual “adventures”, every month for years…and it’s tiring. And, OrganiCup solves this. It’s always there and ready to use, full stop. No more worries.
H ow d o e s i t p reve n t allergies? It’s important to point out that towels and tampons are not 100% cotton, that is, the majority of them contain synthetic ingredients which are harmful to our health: pesticide residue, perfumes, plastics, phthalates, chlorine, softeners, viscose, among others…So these ingredients are absorbed constantly for 5 days (or more) every month, every year through the female intimate parts, directly (tampons) or indirectly (towels). This is the reason that many
“(...) OrganiCup also avoids the tonnes of global waste and non-recyclable plastic” Master of Simplicity Magazine 103
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