Hygge (pronounced "hoo-ga") is a Scandinavian word that captures a feeling of content, calm, comfortable, and cozy. Jan Peterson Hincapie describes Hygge and ways you can incorporate it into your daily life. Always ranked at the top of the world for happiness and quality of life, Scandinavians consider this a necessity rather than a luxury. Hygge encapsulates everything wonderful about Nordic living. Engage in self-care and experience greater joy by creating some Hygge in your life.