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Lagom Audiobook Summary

Derived from the Swedish phrase Lagom ar bast, meaning “the right amount is best; in moderation, in balance,” langom is a deeply held philosophy closely tied to the Swedish cultural and social ideology of fairness and equality. Lagom is believed to have begun with Viking culture: at gatherings, when a bowl of mead was passed around in a circle, it was important that everyone sipped “just enough” or their “fair share” so there was enough to be enjoyed by all. Deeply ingrained in the Swedish psyche, lagom is about enjoying balance in every aspect of life–from work and leisure to family and food and everything in between. Experienced bakers know by touch when dough they’re kneading is “lagom”–not too moist and not too dry.

At the office, professionals who work hard–but not to the detriment of other aspects of their lives–are following the ideal of “lagom.” In this inviting, inspirational illustrated guide, Niki Brantmark explains lagom and explains how to incorporate it into your own lifestyle, including: Home: declutter, keep items you love; buy consciously; Work: take regular coffee breaks away from your desk, Swedish style; learn to “switch off” at home; Money: more isn’t happiness–live within your means and be thrifty without sacrificing quality; Body & Mind: exercise that fits your life and healthy habits that make you feel better (starting with more sleep); Food: enjoy that slice of cake, but remember, portions in moderation; Vacation: make the most of holidays and time off; Leisure: get out in nature–take a hike in the woods or a dip in the sea; Family: keep it simple and organized; Friendship: forms bonds that will last a lifetime; And much more.

In an interconnected world filled with goal-oriented perfectionists, Lagom reminds us to slow down, to decompress and de-stress, to be mindful of sustainability yet not deny ourselves pleasure. But lagom is not a rigid set of rules–sometimes you need more, sometimes you need less, and that’s fine too! With this idea-filled guide you can learn to find greater balance, well-being, and harmony–and most importantly, make time for the things that matter most in life.

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Lagom Audiobook Narrator

Ana Clements is the narrator of Lagom audiobook that was written by Niki Brantmark

Niki Brantmark is the creator of My Scandinavian Home, an interior design blog inspired by her life in Malmö, Sweden, where she lives with her husband and three children. Originally from London, Niki has an MA in psychology from the University of Edinburgh and is the author of Modern Pastoral and The Scandinavian Home.

About the Author(s) of Lagom

Niki Brantmark is the author of Lagom

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Lagom Full Details

Narrator Ana Clements
Length 4 hours 0 minutes
Author Niki Brantmark
Category
Publisher HarperAudio
Release date October 03, 2017
ISBN 9780062820853

Subjects

The publisher of the Lagom is HarperAudio. includes the following subjects: The BISAC Subject Code is Body, Mind & Spirit, Inspiration & Personal Growth

Additional info

The publisher of the Lagom is HarperAudio. The imprint is HarperAudio. It is supplied by HarperAudio. The ISBN-13 is 9780062820853.

Global Availability

This book is only available in the United States.

Goodreads Reviews

Ryan

January 17, 2018

Wonderful. Super quick read, but really sheds light on how differently (and better) people live. The whole theme was finding balance with everything in life - from eating, using electricity, even how we treat each other.

Emily

May 10, 2018

i'm going to make the potato pancakes with lingonberries. because i'm enough, damnit. and i love jam. just bought some raspberry lemon champagne jam in prescott this weekend when i was vacationing like a swede and renting a cabin in the woods; hardcore hygge style right there.this book is really about stuff i already know, in many ways. floral crowns make you happy at midsummer, cinnabuns are comforting, plants make you more productive, comfy clothes keep you...well, comfy. but it's good reminder material. "lagom" is basically the art of balance...of knowing when enough is enough. not too little, not too much.i can't say i've ever been great at recognizing when i have enough. after all, i'm an american (and a good capitalist at that), so there have been points against me from birth. however, i like to think about balance, and restorative living, and paring down...so this is one i should really buy and keep on a shelf somewhere to dust off once and awhile and ponder.i'm wonderful about some of these things: i keep fresh plants and flowers in my office, i actively either read or walk on my lunch break to increase my productivity (and get some alone time), i'm fantastic about taking long, hot baths full of creamy product. really. i'm THAT girl. but i can't really get enough of this stuff, right? and neither can you, probably. like, seriously, this is my house. i'm a hygge and lagom obsessed gal with a touch of hipster boho: between the tinted and relaxing photos in this one and the reminders to just TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF you'll want to pick this up if that kind of thing interests you. if nothing else, it will remind you how much your overworked, spending money you don't have, anxiety-ridden ass needs a long vacation. of at least 14 days. the true "happy factor" when on vacation doesn't kick in until day 8. i learned that from this book! and how to make my own elderflower drink! OMG.have to go. have a lunch of pine nuts, grass, edible flowers, and peony tea waiting for me. on a blanket. with a candle. next to a book. surrounded by spidery plants, soothing colors, and wooly blankets. in the nearby forest.

Christine

April 17, 2018

In the past I’ve read a few books about Hygge, focusing on Denmark, so it was interesting to learn more about Lagom and Sweden. I love reading books like this after I’ve had a hectic few months at work, they really help me rethink the way I’m looking at my life and let go of stress.Lagom, the idea of finding balance and things being “just right” was well explained by the author, who lived in London before she moved to Sweden. I enjoyed her POV and definitely learned more about Sweden as I read this book. I liked how much this book focused on the environment, not just on changing your daily life.This book really reminded me of The Little Book of Hygge and Lykke by Meik Wiking, making me wonder if this was written to jump on the trend. However, I love these books about the Scandinavian way of life so I found this really enjoyable. I’d definitely recommend if you enjoyed Wiking’s books.

Colona Public Library

June 08, 2018

If you want to live like the Swedish, this is the book for you. The author is originally from London, but moved to Sweden when she married her Swedish husband. This book is crammed full of ideas and traditions that should transform your life to a more happier, simpler life. There are tons of examples in this book on how to reduce your carbon footprint, celebrate holidays, dress for the outdoors, raise children, entertaining your guests, the proper work/life balance, plus tons more. I really enjoyed this book and will try to incorporate it into my life.~April

Devon

November 02, 2017

One of the best books I've read this year! If you have any interest in minimalism, connecting more with your family or just simply taking more time to enjoy the simple things in life, this book is for you.

Kathy

April 21, 2018

A charming look at what the Swedes do to create balanced, happy life. Lagom translates to "everything in moderation" and the book is divided into three sections - personal life, family & relationships and the wider world. I believe we learn the most by going outside our own culture as it gives us a wider range for what's possible. Swedish homes are simple, clutter-free yet have a personal touch via plants, lights, handmade or secondhand items. Shoes off in the house keeps things sanitary and cozy. Sleep is fostered by subdued colors in the bedroom, layers of comfy linens, blinds that darken the room and a nice wind-down routine in the evening. A morning dip, saunas and time in nature make up the Swedish lifestyle. They also like to make exercise a part of their everyday life as compared to going to the gym. Many ride bikes or walk. A minimalistic wardrobe of eco-friendly fabrics and allowing imperfection to be okay is part of the balanced lifestyle. Work-Life balance begins with rising early and allowing breaks to be time away to connect with others. Niki compares her life in London where everyone stayed late to fit in at the office, whereas in Sweden they are productive but leave on time to make family a priority and down-time is valued. The Swedes are not quick to form relationships, they take their time to listen and get to know someone first. They value relationship equality, gender neutrality and simple ways to entertain guests in one's home or in nature. Parental leave offers 480 days to be shared amongst both parents and used up until the child is twelve. How cool is that? They aim to not have too many toys, to allow kids to be bored as a way to develop life skills that include imagination, forming relationships and understanding emotions. Thinking of others is common and demonstrated via volunteering, being kind, respecting nature and being eco-conscious. The Swedes eat in moderation and have some of the least amount of food-waste. Eating what you have on hand by making pyttipanna - "small pieces in a pan" a hodgepodge of leftovers including diced potatoes, meat scraps, onions and leftover veggies which are tossed together and then fried. Composting, gardening and growing veggies from scraps are additional ways to not waste.For me this book was a nice combination of many practices I see in Portland, Oregon. It's a good way to learn from the Swedes and enrich your own life!

Angela

February 17, 2018

This was a very good book. I got a copy from the library but I may have to purchase my own copy later. There were many good things I found I would like to incorporate in my life. I made notes while reading so I would not forget things. One thing I liked was work for 52 minutes rest for 17 or get away from your desk every hour. I may not be able to be away from my desk for 17 minutes at a time but I am going to try to make it a point to at least get up and take a two minute break. I do already get away from my desk for lunch but I am going to try and "get away" by taking my lunch in a quieter area than I do just to recharge. I highly recommend this book for those looking for a way to make your life a little more simplistic.

Katie

December 30, 2017

Excellent for starting a new year, a new lifestyle, a new way of looking at the world. Very educational and a beautifully made book to boot. Highly recommend for those looking to learn how to have less.

Nopadol

November 04, 2021

Good book. Lagom means just right. It is the way of life of Swedish. Love it.

Jonna 🐼

January 25, 2019

Lagom; the way she describes the Swedish home with lights, colors, placements etc is really really interesting. I never knew how big of an impact the Swedish homes actually has on us but come to think of it our way of every day life is quite different with a different type of feeling. It describes the ways of how communication and get togethers work in Sweden, how important it is for Swedes to get in time for meetings and parties, how we save money etc. I feel that this book is better if you’re not Swedish or raised in Sweden. Living life the Lagom way is... every day for me. I never really thought about how it could be different. I feel very proud to be Swedish ❤️ and this book just makes that feel better. This book has some great tips and it’s very relaxing and soothing to read. This book is MYSIG which isn’t easy to translate to English. I would soooo recommend it to people who want to live in Sweden or travel there. 4/5 ✨✨✨✨

Therese

November 11, 2020

A pretty, fluffy, relaxing book with very light content and lots of nice pictures, for dreaming about life in a cozy Scandinavian utopia where everyone is socially responsible and diligently recycles. Perfect if you're not in the mood for serious reading and need a bit of escapism from apocalyptic news in 2020 ...

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