004: It's a Hygge Holiday! How this Danish Practice can Boost Your Mood

Love sweater weather? Does cozying up with a fuzzy blanket and lighting candles affect mental health at all?In this episode of Real Food Mental Health, Cody Cox dives into the Danish concept of hygge, a mindfulness-based practice of cultivating coziness and safety. He explains how hygge can be a powerful tool to boost mental health during darker, colder months, especially for those experiencing seasonal depression. Cody shares practical ways to incorporate hygge, like lighting candles, enjoying comforting music, eating nourishing meals, and spending quality time with loved ones. He also highlights the importance of connection and intentionality in improving mood and mental wellness, while encouraging listeners to embrace sunlight and outdoor time, even in winter.Episode Highlights: What is Hygge?: A Danish practice of intentional coziness and safety. Benefits of Hygge for Mental Health: How it helps combat seasonal depression and fosters mindfulness. Ways to Practice Hygge:Quote of the Episode:"A sense of connection—with others or yourself—can be a powerful way to boost your mood and mental health."Actionable Tips: Try creating a cozy space with candles, music, or a favorite meal. Spend intentional time with loved ones or practice self-care solo. Bundle up and get outside for fresh air and sunlight, even in winter.Resources Mentioned: The Little Book of Hygge: The Danish Way to Live WellFree Resource:Download Cody’s Holistic Holiday Gift Guide at beavercreekwellness.com/holiday.Stay Connected: Website: beavercreekwellness.com Services: Nutritional psychotherapy (Utah residents) and Holistic nutrition (available online).Subscribe and check back for more soon. To support me and the production of this podcast, go to ⁠ko-fi.com/codycox ⁠ To access professional-quality supplements and other health products, ⁠visit my dispensary⁠. Visit my website at ⁠beavercreekwellness.com⁠ where you can read more about me and schedule sessions.**Until the end of 2024, get 20% off your first payment of my holistic nutrition and nutritional psychotherapy packages! Each package includes an endless gratitude journal and other tools to help you on your health journey. Go to my ⁠website⁠, choose a package, and use the promo code “podcast24” when checking out.