Denmark tops global happiness charts thanks to hygge: an atmosphere of cozy comfort, safety, and togetherness that Danes weave into daily life. As Meik Wiking of the Happiness Research Institute puts it, hygge is simply “being with the people we love in a place that feels like home”. The Little Book of Hygge (2016) unpacks the idea and shows you how to bring it into your own life, no matter where you are.
Meik Wiking is the founder and CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen, Denmark. A bestselling author, global speaker, and creator of the city’s Happiness Museum, he researches well-being and advises on happiness policy worldwide.