Step aside Hygge. Lagom is the new Scandi lifestyle trend takingthe world by storm. This delightfully illustrated book gives youthe lowdown on this transformative approach to life and examineshow the lagom ethos has helped boost Sweden to the No.10 ranking in2017's World Happiness Report.Lagom (pronounced 'lah-gom') has no equivalent in the Englishlanguage but is loosely translated as 'not too little, not toomuch, just right'. It is widely believed that the word comes fromthe Viking term 'laget om', for when a mug of mead was passedaround a circle and there was just enough for everyone to get asip. But while the anecdote may hit the nail on the head, the trueetymology of the word points to an old form of the word 'lag',which means 'law'.Far from restrictive, lagom is a liberating concept, praising theidea that anything more than 'just enough' is a waste of time.Crucially it also comes with a selflessness and core belief ofresponsibility and common good.By living lagom you can:- Live a happier and more balanced life- Reduce your environmental impact- Improve your work-life balance- Free your home from clutter- Enjoy good food the Swedish way- Grow your own and learn to forage- Cherish the relationships with those you love
