Podcasts about coziness

How can you fall into more coziness? Can you be too cozy? Since it is fall by all indications here, it might be the right time to lean into what is spectacular about this season...coziness. As the late warm summer teases with cooler, crisp temperatures, the glories of the promised transition to fall brings the anticipation of some of our favorite things. If we explore the best of fall with our senses, it becomes palatable as it immerses us. Let's think about how we can be even more cozy as we unpack all that fall means to our senses. More Encouragement: Is KINDNESS Your Superpower? Friendsgiving in 7 Easy Steps Nighttime Routines Fall is for Friendship: 10 Ideas to Enjoy Friends 10 Ideas for Preparing for Overnight Guests How to Make Friends and Keep Them More on this cozy on www.nurturingmynest.com    

being frivolous + fluffy and all my favourites this fall + a late autumn bucket list.psa: i sound a sniffly. i've been sniffly for a month. miscusi

Melanie Steele, author of the Cozy Seasonal Guide series, shares about the themes of coziness, spirituality, and the creative process behind her books along with the inspiration for A Seasonal Guide: Cozy Autumn, the cultural differences in cozy traditions, and the importance of daily rituals and baking. Melanie shares insights into her upcoming cozy fantasy novel, emphasizing relatable protagonists and the emotional impact of cozy literature. The discussion wraps up with practical tips for creating a cozy atmosphere and the significance of self-care during the darker months. IG: @melaniesteeleauthor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melanie Steele, author of the Cozy Seasonal Guide series, shares about the themes of coziness, spirituality, and the creative process behind her books along with the inspiration for A Seasonal Guide: Cozy Autumn, the cultural differences in cozy traditions, and the importance of daily rituals and baking. Melanie shares insights into her upcoming cozy fantasy novel, emphasizing relatable protagonists and the emotional impact of cozy literature. The discussion wraps up with practical tips for creating a cozy atmosphere and the significance of self-care during the darker months. IG: @melaniesteeleauthor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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What a gift and a blessing it was to sit by Judy's side, (at least that what it felt like during our Zoom interview) and have a conversation with this grace-filled creative! To say that she is a storyteller would be the understatement of the century...and there was SO MUCH GOODNESS in our conversation that this byte-sized episode is longer than most-but I figure you won't mind because the SWEETNESS and COZINESS that Judy brings is worth every second of your day! (and mine, obvs). Judy is so many things, like all of us, right? But it is her art and her artist's life that we focus on...(don't even get me started that she studied with the famous painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir's grandson, as well as famous director Jean Renoir's son!!) Her work emerges through many different mediums, and each evokes deep emotion. To read up a bit more about this incredible human and the BEAUTY she is bringing into the world, head on over to her website here. Truth be told I had to be urged to reach out to Judy to be on the show-she simply gobsmacked me when I took her class, and so had to be prompted to have the guts! Thanks Barb! ;-) THANKS TO EVERYONE FOR LISTENING TO THE PODCAST! Please do consider writing a review or leaving a little rating! Those ratings and reviews are ever so important for small creators like moi! Your bit of beauty this week? This excerpt from the film Judy refers to in the interview, "Fiddler on the Roof!" I dare you to not get up and dance!! See you next week for the very next episode of the pod! Until then, make sure to slide into this favorite season of mine, fall, with all the gentleness and sweetness autumn provides!

What a gift and a blessing it was to sit by Judy's side, (at least that what it felt like during our Zoom interview) and have a conversation with this grace-filled creative! To say that she is a storyteller would be the understatement of the century...and there was SO MUCH GOODNESS in our conversation that this episode is longer than most-but I figure you won't mind because the SWEETNESS and COZINESS that Judy brings is worth every second of your day! (and mine, obvs). DON'T MISS THE EASTER EGG AT THE END OF THE EPISODE-WE DISCUSS MORE WONDERFULNESS THERE!! Judy is so many things, like all of us, right? But it is her art and her artist's life that we focus on...(don't even get me started that she studied with the famous painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir's grandson, as well as famous director Jean Renoir's son!!) Her work emerges through many different mediums, and each evokes deep emotion. To read up a bit more about this incredible human and the BEAUTY she is bringing into the world, head on over to her website here. Truth be told I had to be urged to reach out to Judy to be on the show-she simply gobsmacked me when I took her class, and so had to be prompted to have the guts! Thanks Barb! ;-) THANKS TO EVERYONE FOR LISTENING TO THE PODCAST! Please do consider writing a review or leaving a little rating! Those ratings and reviews are ever so important for small creators like moi! Your bit of beauty this week? This excerpt from the film Judy refers to in the interview, "Fiddler on the Roof!" I dare you to not get up and dance!! See you next week for the very next episode of the pod! Until then, make sure to slide into this favorite season of mine, fall, with all the gentleness and sweetness autumn provides!

Pastor Zack Flipse continues our series on the book of Esther with this sermon from Esther 2:1-18, “Compromise & Worldly Coziness.” —————————— More from Oostburg CRC Sermons: https://www.firstcrcoostburg.org/sermons Bible Study Resources: https://www.firstcrcoostburg.org/resources Original Music: https://open.spotify.com/album/4P7JbJlHzabPNW8GpdxKcB YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJSouYxM1rwWZ4cYAvTIqVA

Send us a Text Message.In this episode launching on Juneteenth, come on a trip down the road from Selma, Alabama - home of the 1960s Selma Voting Rights Movement and the Selma to Montgomery marches - to the tiny little enclave of Gee's Bend, situated in a bend of the Alabama river. This is the home of the famous Gees Bend quilters.The community of Gee's Bend, Alabama, traces its roots back to the enslaved individuals who toiled on Joseph Gee's cotton plantation established in 1816. After the Civil War, ancestors continued to live and work on the plantation as sharecroppers. The economic downturn of the 1930s, marked by plummeting cotton prices, threatened the community's survival. In response, the Federal Government intervened during the Depression, purchasing ten thousand acres of the former plantation. They offered loans to the residents, enabling them to own and cultivate the land their forebears once worked unpaid. The people of Gee's Bend managed to keep their land and homes, preserving and cultivating cultural practices… Such as quilt-making.In the 1960s, inspired by a visit from Martin Luther King Jr., the Gees Bend community became active in the Civil Rights Movement, traveling by ferry to Camden to register to vote. In retaliation, authorities discontinued the ferry service, isolating Gee's Bend from essential services. During this challenging time, local women established the Freedom Quilting Bee, a cooperative that provided vital economic opportunities and political empowerment.Despite this past filled with hardship, the quilting tradition of Gee's Bend, which began in the 19th century, has survived and flourished. The New York Times has praised Gee's Bend quilts as “some of the most miraculous works of modern art America has produced.” These quilts represent a significant chapter in American art history and are now part of the permanent collections of over 30 major art museums.Set against this historical backdrop is the conversation I had with Loretta Pettway Bennett. Loretta is a celebrated member of the Gee's Bend quilters, a group of (mostly) women whose incredible works not only bring their beauty to museum walls but have also weave important stories of Black American history, culture, and vision. Listen to hear about Loretta's stories and experiences growing up in this incredible arts community.Connect:- About Loretta Pettway Bennett- Gee's Bend Quilters Instagram- Rebeka instagram- The Heart Gallery Instagram- Episode blog post - coming shortly!Credits:- Samuel Cunningham: podcast editing- Cosmo Sheldrake: music from his song Pelicans We.

When you work in the fast-paced, demanding world of luxury weddings, it's easy to run on reactivity - to act first and then think later. Running on intentionality, being thoughtful first and then taking action is a completely different approach. Living by intention touches every facet of your life, and of course impacts how you run your business and serve your clients. For Lea Stafford, being intentional means slowing down to think more clearly, identifying what allows her to be her best and making that the foundation of everything she does. What practices allow Lea to be a more intentional individual, and how does that impact her business? How does connecting with clients at a deeper level make for more meaningful moments? How do you create events that tug on all the senses? In this episode, we're joined by the founder of Stafford Creative + Co and Seven-Eight Living. Lea talks about intentionality and what it takes to produce events that have a soul.   Guest Bio Lea Stafford is the founder of Stafford Creative + Co and Seven-Eight Living. SC+Co. is a highly desired creative brand coveted for its expertise in delivering soulful multi-day events and celebrations globally. Collaborating with discerning clients who appreciate the subtle nuance with a touch of audacity is where SC+Co. thrives. Their enthusiasm revolves around venturing to culturally vibrant destinations and joining forces with conscientious artisans who embrace sustainability and ethics in their craftsmanship. For more information, go to https://staffordcreativeco.com/ and follow @staffordcreative_co and @seveneightliving on Instagram.

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Unveiling 'Hygge': A Journey to Discover the Danish Concept of Coziness Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.org/unveiling-hygge-a-journey-to-discover-the-danish-concept-of-coziness Story Transcript:Da: På en almindelig torsdag i hjertet af København, fandt vi Lars.En: On an ordinary Thursday in the heart of Copenhagen, we found Lars.Da: Lars boede på Vesterbro.En: Lars lived in Vesterbro.Da: Det var her, han tjente sit brød som guide.En: It was here he earned his bread as a guide.Da: Hans job var at vise turisterne rundt i byen.En: His job was to show tourists around the city.Da: Denne særlige dag, var hans opgave anderledes.En: On this particular day, his task was different.Da: Han fik besøg af Ingrid.En: He was visited by Ingrid.Da: Ingrid var amerikaner.En: Ingrid was American.Da: Hun havde hørt om noget, der hed "hygge".En: She had heard of something called "hygge".Da: Men, hun vidste ikke, hvad det betød.En: But she didn't know what it meant.Da: Lars skulle hjælpe Ingrid med at forstå konceptet.En: Lars was supposed to help Ingrid understand the concept.Da: De startede ved Nyhavn.En: They started at Nyhavn.Da: Lars viste de farvestralende huse frem.En: Lars showed off the colorful houses.Da: Bådene, som gled stille gennem kanalen.En: The boats gliding quietly through the canal.Da: Det var hyggeligt, sagde han.En: It was cozy, he said.Da: Ingrid nikkede, men hun forstod det ikke helt.En: Ingrid nodded, but she didn't quite understand.Da: Derefter gik de mod Strøget.En: Then they walked towards Strøget.Da: De så på de flotte butikker.En: They looked at the lovely shops.Da: Menneskene, der gik rundt at snakkede.En: People walking around chatting.Da: Lyden af byliv.En: The sound of city life.Da: Også hyggeligt, sagde Lars.En: Also cozy, said Lars.Da: Ingrid forsøgte at begribe det, men det var stadig svært.En: Ingrid tried to grasp it, but it was still difficult.Da: De tog hen til Tivoli.En: They went to Tivoli.Da: Lars pegede på de blinkende lys.En: Lars pointed out the flashing lights.Da: Parrene, som gik hånd i hånd.En: Couples walking hand in hand.Da: Det var også hyggeligt.En: That was also cozy.Da: Ingrid kunne se, det var smukt.En: Ingrid could see it was beautiful.Da: Men, hun forstod det stadig ikke.En: But she still didn't understand.Da: Til sidst, inviterede Lars Ingrid hjem.En: Finally, Lars invited Ingrid home.Da: Han tændte et par stearinlys.En: He lit a few candles.Da: Bød Ingrid på en kop varm kaffe.En: Offered Ingrid a cup of hot coffee.Da: De satte sig i sofaen.En: They sat on the couch.Da: Snakkede og grinte sammen.En: Talked and laughed together.Da: Så sagde Lars, at det var hygge.En: Then Lars said, "This is hygge."Da: Ingrid nikkede, "Ah, nu forstår jeg det!En: Ingrid nodded, "Ah, now I get it!"Da: "Så endte dagen i København.En: So the day ended in Copenhagen.Da: Ingrid havde lært, hvad "hygge" betød.En: Ingrid had learned what "hygge" meant.Da: Lars havde lært, at hygge måske var svær at forklare.En: Lars had learned that hygge might be hard to explain.Da: Men let at opleve.En: But easy to experience.Da: Alle var glade og dagens opgave var løst.En: Everyone was happy and the day's task was accomplished.Da: Lyset fra stearinlyset blinkede stille i Lars' lejlighed på Vesterbro, mens mørket faldt på udenfor.En: The light from the candle flickered softly in Lars' apartment in Vesterbro as darkness fell outside. Vocabulary Words:job: jobguide: guidetourists: turistercity: byenconcept: konceptboats: bådenecozy: hyggeligtshops: butikkerwalking: gikchatting: snakkedesound: lydenflashing: blinkendelights: lyscouples: parrenebeautiful: smuktcandles: stearinlyshot coffee: varm kaffecouch: sofaentalked: snakkedelaughed: grinteunderstand: forstålearned: lærtexplained: forklareexperience: oplevehappy: gladeaccomplished: løstsoftly: stilleapartment: lejligheddarkness: mørket

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Discovering Hygge: A Danish Quest for Coziness Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.org/discovering-hygge-a-danish-quest-for-coziness Story Transcript:Da: Historien starter i hovedstaden, København. Der, i hjertet af byen, lever Lars, Line, og Signe; tre bedste venner med en mission. De har en turist, der er vanskelig at overbevise. Han er uimponeret. Han forstår ikke det danske koncept: "hygge". Det er deres opgave at lære ham det. Men det er ikke så let, som det lyder.En: The story begins in the capital, Copenhagen. There, in the heart of the city, live Lars, Line, and Signe; three best friends with a mission. They have a tourist who is hard to convince. He is unimpressed. He doesn't understand the Danish concept: "hygge". It is their task to teach him. But it's not as easy as it sounds.Da: Lars, en høj mand med skæg, har altid elsket bylivet. Line, smilende og kærlig, deler hans glæde. Den yngste af de tre, Signe, betyder fart i tingene. De tre venner bor sammen i et lille rødt hus i det centrale København.En: Lars, a tall man with a beard, has always loved city life. Line, smiling and loving, shares his joy. The youngest of the three, Signe, is all about getting things done. The three friends live together in a small red house in central Copenhagen.Da: Turisten er fra New York. Hans navn er Bob. Han er vant til skyskrabere, store folkemængder og konstant larm. Det eneste, han ser i København, er ro og fred. Det imponerer ham ikke. Han leder efter noget spændende.En: The tourist is from New York. His name is Bob. He is used to skyscrapers, large crowds, and constant noise. All he sees in Copenhagen is peace and quiet. It doesn't impress him. He is looking for something exciting.Da: En dag tager vennerne ham med til et hyggeligt café i nærheden af deres hjem. De bestiller varm chokolade og sidder ved det lille vindue. Udenfor sner det sagte. Indenfor flimrer stearinlysene. Men Bob synes stadig ikke, det er hyggeligt.En: One day, the friends take him to a cozy café near their home. They order hot chocolate and sit by the small window. It's snowing lightly outside. Inside, the candlelight flickers. But Bob still doesn't find it cozy.Da: Næste dag går de til Tivoli. De tager på karruseller, spiser sukkerspind, ser på farvestrålende lys. Men Bob søger stadig efter noget, han savner.En: The next day, they go to Tivoli. They ride on carousels, eat cotton candy, and admire colorful lights. But Bob is still searching for something he misses.Da: Så en aften inviterer de ham hjem til middag. Lars laver hans berygtede stegt flæsk, Line dækker bordet, og Signe tænder lysene. De griner, taler og deler historier. Men Bob kigger stadig udenfor, mod de fjerne lys.En: So one evening, they invite him over for dinner. Lars cooks his famous fried pork, Line sets the table, and Signe lights the candles. They laugh, talk, and share stories. But Bob still looks outside, towards the distant lights.Da: Signe bliver endelig frustreret. Hun spørger direkte, hvad han søger. Bob tænker et øjeblik. Så siger han, "jeg savner livet. Jeg savner energien, farverne, larmen. Her er alt så... hyggeligt."En: Signe finally gets frustrated. She asks him directly what he's looking for. Bob thinks for a moment. Then he says, "I miss life. I miss the energy, the colors, the noise. Everything here is so... cozy."Da: Og så forstår vennerne endelig. Hygge er ikke noget, man finder. Det er noget, man laver. Det er at dele tid med dine kære, skabe minder, føle sig hjemme. Det er roen, freden, lyset i mørket. Det er det, der gør livet smukt, ikke spændende steder eller store begivenheder.En: And finally, the friends understand. Hygge is not something you find. It's something you create. It's about spending time with loved ones, making memories, feeling at home. It's the peace, the tranquility, the light in the darkness. It's what makes life beautiful, not exciting places or big events.Da: De forklarer det til Bob. Han ser på dem, så rundt i rummet. Han ser varmen i deres ansigter, gløden fra lysene, roen udenfor. Og så, for første gang, smiler han virkelig. Han siger, "jeg tror, jeg forstår nu."En: They explain it to Bob. He looks at them, then around the room. He sees the warmth in their faces, the glow of the lights, the calm outside. And then, for the first time, he truly smiles. He says, 'I think I understand now.'Da: Og sådan ender deres mission. Det var svært, men de gjorde den. Nu ved Bob, hvad hygge er. Og selvom han altid vil savne livet i New York, vil han altid have et sted i sit hjerte for København. For hans venner, for deres røde hus, for deres hygge.En: And so ends their mission. It was difficult, but they accomplished it. Now Bob knows what hygge is. And even though he will always miss the life in New York, he will always have a place in his heart for Copenhagen. For his friends, for their red house, for their hygge. Vocabulary Words:capital: Københavncity: bybest friends: bedste vennermission: missiontourist: turistconcept: koncepttask: opgavedifficult: vanskeligimpressed: imponerethygge: hyggefriends: vennerred house: rødt husNew York: New Yorkskyscrapers: skyskraberecrowds: folkemængdercozy: hyggeligcafé: caféhot chocolate: varm chokoladesnowing: snercandlelight: stearinlysTivoli: Tivolicarousels: karrusellercotton candy: sukkerspinddinner: middagfried pork: stegt flæsktable: bordcandles: lysenergy: energicolors: farverbeautiful: smukt

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Embracing 'Kos': A Heartwarming Lesson in Norwegian Coziness Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.org/embracing-kos-a-heartwarming-lesson-in-norwegian-coziness Story Transcript:Nb: Bjørn, Lars og Ingrid bor i Bergen. De er venner. En dag får de en besøkende. Han heter Tom og kommer fra England. Han har aldri hørt om "kos" før. Bjørn, Lars og Ingrid vil lære ham om det.En: Bjørn, Lars, and Ingrid live in Bergen. They are friends. One day they receive a visitor. His name is Tom and he comes from England. He has never heard of "kos" before. Bjørn, Lars, and Ingrid want to teach him about it.Nb: Deres leilighet er på Nordnes. Tom ser lukten av fisk fra fisketorget i nærheten. De bor nær havet. Båter passerer stadig. Bergen er en vennlig by. Hjemmet deres er varmt og koselig. De er glade for å motta Tom.En: Their apartment is in Nordnes. Tom smells the fish from the fish market nearby. They live close to the sea. Boats pass by constantly. Bergen is a friendly city. Their home is warm and cozy. They are happy to welcome Tom.Nb: "Velkommen til Bergen!", sier Bjørn. Han håndterer bagasjen til Tom.En: "Welcome to Bergen!" says Bjørn. He handles Tom's luggage.Nb: "Kan jeg få deg noe å drikke?", spør Ingrid. Hun er vertinnen. Hun går på kjøkkenet. Hun tar fram saft og vann.En: "Can I get you something to drink?" asks Ingrid. She is the hostess. She goes to the kitchen. She brings out juice and water.Nb: Lars sitter i sofaen. Han ser på TV. Han ler. "Vi skal lære deg om kos", sier han.En: Lars sits on the sofa. He watches TV. He laughs. "We will teach you about 'kos'," he says.Nb: "Kos?", spør Tom. Han ser forvirret ut.En: "'Kos'?" asks Tom. He looks confused.Nb: Bjørn ser på Lars og Ingrid. "Hvordan forklarer vi 'kos'?", spør han.En: Bjørn looks at Lars and Ingrid. "How do we explain 'kos'?" he asks.Nb: Ingrid tenker. "Kos ... det er når du føler deg godt. Det er varmt. Det er kjærlighet. Det er vennskap. Det er hyggelig", sier hun.En: Ingrid thinks. "'Kos'... it's when you feel good. It's warm. It's love. It's friendship. It's pleasant," she says.Nb: "Som å drikke kakao foran peisen", legger Lars til.En: "Like drinking cocoa by the fireplace," Lars adds.Nb: "Dette er kos", sier Bjørn. Han peker på dem alle. "Venner, sammen, i et varmt hjem, i Bergen".En: "This is 'kos'," says Bjørn. He points at all of them. "Friends, together, in a warm home, in Bergen."Nb: "Så kos er å føle seg bra?", spør Tom.En: "So 'kos' is to feel good?" asks Tom.Nb: "Ja", sier Ingrid. "Og mer også. Det er det å være sammen, å dele gode stunder, å la livet gå litt saktere. Kos er når du glemmer dine bekymringer og bare nyter øyeblikket".En: "Yes," says Ingrid. "And more as well. It's about being together, sharing good moments, letting life slow down a bit. 'Kos' is when you forget your worries and just enjoy the moment."Nb: Tom smiler. Han ser forstående ut nå. De fortsetter å prate om kos. Tom får kjenne på kos. De ser på TV. De spiser god mat. De deler historier. De ler. De har en god tid.En: Tom smiles. He looks understanding now. They continue talking about 'kos.' Tom gets to feel 'kos.' They watch TV. They eat good food. They share stories. They laugh. They have a good time.Nb: Etter hvert forstår Tom hva "kos" er. Han føler seg hjemme med Bjørn, Lars og Ingrid. Han glemmer tiden. Han nyter hvert øyeblikk. Han smiler og ler mer. Han føler seg oppvarmet. Han føler seg elsket. Han føler seg komfortabel og lykkelig.En: Eventually, Tom understands what 'kos' is. He feels at home with Bjørn, Lars, and Ingrid. He loses track of time. He enjoys every moment. He smiles and laughs more. He feels warmed. He feels loved. He feels comfortable and happy.Nb: Dette er kos. Han har lært det i Bergen. Han vil huske det for alltid. Et koselig minne. En koselig tid.En: This is 'kos.' He learned it in Bergen. He will remember it forever. A cozy memory. A cozy time.Nb: Bergen lærte ham ikke bare om "kos". Bergen ga ham "kos". Og vennene han møtte der ga ham mer enn bare "kos". De ga ham varme minner. Minner som vil vare livet ut.En: Bergen didn't just teach him about 'kos.' Bergen gave him 'kos.' And the friends he met there gave him more than just 'kos.' They gave him warm memories. Memories that will last a lifetime.Nb: Tom reiser hjem. Han sier farvel. Han takker for den gode tiden. Han gir Bjørn, Lars og Ingrid en stor klem. Han smiler. Han føler seg bra. Han har lært om "kos". Han har kjent "kos". Han vil ta "kos" med seg.En: Tom leaves. He says goodbye. He thanks them for the good time. He gives Bjørn, Lars, and Ingrid a big hug. He smiles. He feels good. He learned about 'kos.' He felt 'kos.' He will take 'kos' with him.Nb: "Dette har vært koselig", sier Tom.En: "This has been cozy," says Tom.Nb: Bjørn, Lars og Ingrid smiler. "Ja, det har vært kos", sier de.En: Bjørn, Lars, and Ingrid smile. "Yes, it has been kos," they say.Nb: De vinker farvel til Tom. De står ved døren. De ser på ham forsvinne. De smiler. "Kos", sier de. "Det er dette". Og de vet at Tom vet det nå også. De er glade for sin venn. Og de er glade for "kos".En: They wave goodbye to Tom. They stand at the door. They watch him disappear. They smile. "Kos," they say. "This is it." And they know that Tom knows it now too. They are happy for their friend. And they are happy for 'kos.'Nb: Bergen har lært Tom om "kos". Og det har lært dem om vennskap. Dette er historien om "kos". En enkel, men vakker historie. En historie om livet. En historie om kjærlighet. En historie om vennskap. En historie om Bergen. En historie om "kos".En: Bergen taught Tom about 'kos.' And it taught them about friendship. This is the story of 'kos.' A simple, yet beautiful story. A story about life. A story about love. A story about friendship. A story about Bergen. A story about 'kos.' Vocabulary Words:friend: vennBergen: Bergenvisitor: besøkendeEngland: Englandto teach: å læreapartment: leilighetsea: havcity: bywarm: varmtcozy: koseligwelcome: velkommendrink: drikkehostess: vertinnekitchen: kjøkkenjuice: saftwater: vannsofa: sofaTV: TVlaugh: lerexplain: forklarefeel: følelove: kjærlighetfireplace: peistogether: sammengood: godhappy: lykkeligsmile: smilerhug: klemmemory: minne

Fluent Fiction - Danish: The Essence of Coziness: A Rainy Day in Copenhagen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.org/the-essence-of-coziness-a-rainy-day-in-copenhagen Story Transcript:Da: Det var en regnfuld dag i København. Sofie og Mads stod foran Den Lille Havfrue. De havde en ven fra England på besøg. "Hvor er det forfærdeligt vejr," sagde vennen. Sofie smilede. "Det er chancen for hygge."En: It was a rainy day in Copenhagen. Sofie and Mads stood in front of The Little Mermaid. They had a friend from England visiting. "What dreadful weather," said the friend. Sofie smiled. "It's a chance for coziness."Da: "Hygge? Hvad er det?" Vennen kiggede forundret.En: "Coziness? What's that?" The friend looked puzzled.Da: Sofie og Mads kiggede på hinanden og grinede.En: Sofie and Mads looked at each other and chuckled.Da: "Så lad os vise dig, hvad hygge er."En: "Let us show you what coziness is."Da: De tre begav sig til Sofie og Mads' lejlighed på Nørrebro. Mads tændte nogle stearinlys. Sofie lavede varm kakao. Snart duftede huset af kakao og stearinlys.En: The three of them headed to Sofie and Mads' apartment in Nørrebro. Mads lit some candles. Sofie made hot cocoa. Soon, the house smelled of cocoa and candles.Da: "Hygge er at føle sig hjemme," fortalte Sofie og trak vennen ned på den bløde sofa.En: "Coziness is feeling at home," Sofie explained as she pulled the friend down onto the soft sofa.Da: "Hygge er at være sammen," tilføjede Mads og viste venen billeder fra deres ture i den gamle by og Tivoli.En: "Coziness is being together," Mads added, displaying pictures from their trips in the old city and Tivoli to the friend.Da: "Hygge er at nyde de små ting," sagde Sofie med et smil, da hun serverede kakaoen.En: "Coziness is enjoying the little things," Sofie said with a smile as she served the cocoa.Da: "Kakao på en regnvejrsdag? Det er hygge," forsikrede Mads.En: "Cocoa on a rainy day? That's coziness," Mads assured.Da: Vennen forstod langsomt. "Så... hygge handler om at nyde livet?"En: The friend slowly understood. "So... coziness is about enjoying life?"Da: Sofie og Mads nikkede.En: Sofie and Mads nodded.Da: "Hygge kan ikke oversættes. Det skal opleves," sagde Mads.En: "Coziness cannot be translated. It must be experienced," Mads said.Da: "Og nu har du oplevet det," endte Sofie.En: "And now you've experienced it," Sofie concluded.Da: Vennen sad lidt. Så begyndte venen at grine. "Tak skal I have, jeg føler mig hyggeligt, tror jeg?"En: The friend sat for a moment. Then the friend started to chuckle. "Thank you, I feel cozy, I think?"Da: Alle tre brød ud i grin. De talte og lo indtil langt ud på natten, lyden af deres latter, duften af kakao og lysene dannede et varmt hyggeland. Den slags hyggeland, der kun kunne findes i et hjem - på en regnvejrsdag i København.En: All three burst into laughter. They talked and laughed until late into the night, the sound of their laughter, the smell of cocoa, and the glow of the candles creating a warm cocoon of coziness. The kind of cozy place that could only be found in a home - on a rainy day in Copenhagen. Vocabulary Words:Sofie: SofieMads: MadsCopenhagen: Københavnrainy: regnfuldfriend: venEngland: Englandweather: vejrcoziness: hyggeshow: viseapartment: lejlighedcandles: stearinlyshot cocoa: varm kakaohome: hjemmetogether: sammenlittle things: små tinglife: livetexperienced: oplevetunderstood: forstodtranslated: oversættesenjoying: nydelaughter: lattersmell: duftglow: lyswarm: varmtcocoon: hyggelandplace: stedfound: fundettalked: taltelate: natten

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: The Magic of Coziness: A Heartwarming Tale from Bergen Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.org/the-magic-of-coziness-a-heartwarming-tale-from-bergen Story Transcript:Nb: Historien starter i Bergen.En: The story starts in Bergen.Nb: Ingrid, Lars og Sofie bor her.En: Ingrid, Lars, and Sofie live here.Nb: Bergen har mange fjell og mye regn.En: Bergen has many mountains and a lot of rain.Nb: Men bortsett fra fjellene og regnet, har Bergen en sterk tradisjon for noe spesielt: koselig.En: But apart from the mountains and the rain, Bergen has a strong tradition for something special: coziness.Nb: Ingrid er lærer.En: Ingrid is a teacher.Nb: Hun elsker jobben sin.En: She loves her job.Nb: Lars er sjef i en bank.En: Lars is a bank manager.Nb: Han er alltid travel.En: He is always busy.Nb: Sofie er Ingrids og Lars' datter.En: Sofie is Ingrid and Lars' daughter.Nb: Hun er 10 år og går i femte klasse.En: She is 10 years old and in the fifth grade.Nb: En dag får Ingrid besøk av en venn.En: One day, Ingrid receives a visit from a friend.Nb: Han kommer fra et varmt land.En: He comes from a warm country.Nb: Han skjønner ikke hva koselig er.En: He doesn't understand what coziness is.Nb: Ingrid liker utfordringer.En: Ingrid likes challenges.Nb: Hun tenker: "Dette er en fin utfordring!En: She thinks, "This is a nice challenge!"Nb: "Ingrid tar vennen sin med hjem.En: Ingrid takes her friend home.Nb: Hun vil vise han hva koselig er.En: She wants to show him what coziness is.Nb: Sofie og Lars er også hjemme.En: Sofie and Lars are also at home.Nb: De hjelper Ingrid.En: They help Ingrid.Nb: Sofie tenner lys.En: Sofie lights candles.Nb: Lys gjør det koselig.En: Candles make it cozy.Nb: Lars lager kakao.En: Lars makes cocoa.Nb: Kakao er en koselig drikke.En: Cocoa is a cozy drink.Nb: Men vennen ser ikke ut til å forstå.En: But the friend doesn't seem to understand.Nb: Han sier: "I mitt land er det alltid varmt.En: He says, "In my country, it's always warm.Nb: Vi sitter ute, vi ikke tenner lys.En: We sit outside, we don't light candles."Nb: "Ingrid tenker hardt.En: Ingrid thinks hard.Nb: Hun vil at vennen skal forstå.En: She wants her friend to understand.Nb: Hun tenker: "Koselig kan ikke alltid oversettes.En: She thinks, "Coziness can't always be translated.Nb: Men det kan føles.En: But it can be felt."Nb: "Så Ingrid har en ide.En: So Ingrid has an idea.Nb: Hun forteller en historie.En: She tells a story.Nb: Hun forteller om da hun og Lars var unge.En: She talks about when she and Lars were young.Nb: De gikk ofte på fjellet.En: They often went to the mountains.Nb: Etter en lang dag ute, fant de en liten hytte.En: After a long day outside, they found a small cabin.Nb: Hytta var varm og koselig.En: The cabin was warm and cozy.Nb: De drakk kakao og lo mye.En: They drank cocoa and laughed a lot.Nb: Vennen til Ingrid lytter til historien.En: Ingrid's friend listens to the story.Nb: Han smiler.En: He smiles.Nb: Han sier: "Jeg tror jeg begynner å forstå.En: He says, "I think I'm starting to understand.Nb: Koselig er en følelse.En: Coziness is a feeling.Nb: Det er en følelse av glede og varme, selv om det er kaldt ute.En: It's a feeling of joy and warmth, even when it's cold outside."Nb: " Ingrid, Lars og Sofie er glade.En: Ingrid, Lars, and Sofie are happy.Nb: De har klart å forklare hva koselig er.En: They have managed to explain what coziness is.Nb: Nå skjønner vennen hva Bergen er kjent for.En: Now the friend understands what Bergen is known for.Nb: Han skjønner at Bergen kanskje er mer enn fjell og regn.En: He realizes that Bergen might be more than just mountains and rain.Nb: Bergen er også koselig.En: Bergen is also cozy.Nb: Han smiler og sier: "Takk for at jeg fikk oppleve koselig.En: He smiles and says, "Thank you for letting me experience coziness.Nb: Nå vil jeg vise dette til folk hjemme.En: Now I want to show this to people back home."Nb: "Historien slutter med at alle er glade.En: The story ends with everyone being happy.Nb: Ingrid, Lars og Sofie har lært bort noe viktig.En: Ingrid, Lars, and Sofie have taught something important.Nb: Vennen reiser hjem og tar med seg en bit av Bergen - en følelse av koselig.En: The friend goes back home taking with him a piece of Bergen - a feeling of coziness. Vocabulary Words:Bergen: BergenIngrid: IngridLars: LarsSofie: Sofiemountains: fjellrain: regnstrong: sterktradition: tradisjoncoziness: koseligteacher: lærerbank manager: sjef i en bankdaughter: datterfriend: vennwarm: varmtchallenge: utfordringhome: hjemcandles: lyscocoa: kakaodrinks: drikkeunderstand: forståtranslate: oversettesfelt: følesstory: historieyoung: ungelaughed: lojoy: gledewarmth: varmehappy: gladeimportant: viktig

When you're going through a difficult period, recovering from a trauma, dealing with separation or divorce, or healing from grief,  there's a natural instinct to close in and go into a hibernation mode, where you feel comforted and safe.  This can bring you such peace and calm. There is a level of coziness we want to experience during this time of healing or a time when you need to recharge your batteries and find a space just for yourself.  It's an opportunity to practice what the Danish call "hygge".  (HOO-guh)It's creating that atmosphere that works for YOU in your new life after divorce.  It's what makes you feel cozy and what brings you happiness.In today's episode, Joy talks about 4 steps to creating a cozy retreat of your own, including your environment, your mood, your friendships and your thankfulness.And this coziness is focused on the home, but what if you could take it out into other areas of your life?  How would you feel taking it on the road and into your workplace?Referenced Materials:Episode 66:  Create an Evening Routine to sleep better naturallyFREE Sleep workbook Download:  Meik Wiking:  Little Book of HyggeWork with Joy:Discount Code:  Cultivate20% off private 1:1 coaching for 10 sessionsGet Started NOWBook a FREE Consultation Call to learn more.Connect with Joy at The Divorce Confidante:To find out more about working with a divorce coach and learning to heal and recover after divorce,  connect at The Divorce Confidante website and book a free strategy call:www.divorce-confidante.comConnect with Joy:on Instagramon LinkedInFind additional resources from Joy and other authors in the No-Problem Parenting book, available on Amazon.Check out Joy's Amazon recommendations at The Divorce Confidante Shop  Everything from books to journaling, yoga to mom's must-haves, and so much more.   

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The Danish prepare for their cold, dark winters by leaning into hygge, which loosely translates to “coziness.” To understand how hygge and happiness are linked, Leah sits down with Meik Wiking, founder and CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen – and author of the books The Little Book of Hygge and the new My Hygge Home. They dive into the art of hygge and how connection – and simple pleasures – are key to happiness. Follow Leah Smart on LinkedIn Follow Meik Wiking on LinkedIn

2020: https://thewonderpodcast.podbean.com/e/the-winter-solstice/ 2021: https://thewonderpodcast.podbean.com/e/winter-solsticeyule/ 2022: https://thewonderpodcast.podbean.com/e/winter-solsticeyulemidwinter-2022/   Remember, we welcome comments, questions and suggested topics at thewonderpodcastQs@gmail.com   TRANSCRIPT:----more----   Introduction and Welcome --- Mark: Welcome back to The Wonder of Science-Based Paganism. I'm your host, Mark, Yucca: And I'm Yucca. Mark: and it's that time again.  Discussion on Winter Solstice --- Mark: We're going to talk about the winter solstice and all the different things we call it, and what the themes of the season are, and how we celebrate it, and all that good kind of stuff. So happy solstice to everyone. Yucca: That's right. Happy solstice. it's, we're here already. Mark: End of 2023 already. Hard to believe. Yucca: Yeah. So, and the Reflection on the Show's Journey --- Mark: Does that mean we're going into season five? Yucca: we're going into season five. That's right. Mark: Whoa. Yucca: Yeah. On the one hand, it feels like forever. It feels like it's been a decade. On the other hand, I can't believe it. Mark: Yeah. Yucca: start doing this last year? Mark: Yeah. Something like. Yeah. Understanding the Solstice and its Significance --- Yucca: Yeah, well, let's talk about the solstice, and we'll link to some of our previous episodes of the solstice as well, because since this will be, we're going into Season 5, right? We've done this particular one, you know, several years before, and that's one of the lovely things about the Wheel of the Year, ? It keeps turning, and we keep coming back to it, Mark: Right. Yucca: again, and again, and again, but every year it's a little different. Mark: Mm hmm. It's a spiral rather than a circle. Yucca: Yeah, it's like those, you can look up animations of the solar system, but from the perspective, instead of having the sun stationary, having the sun moving through the galaxy, because it is moving just depends on what you're using as your frame of reference, but the planets all going along for the ride as well we're Orbiting the sun and moving with the sun as it goes through the galaxy. This reminds me of that spiral that we do. Mark: Huh. Huh. Exploring the Themes of the Holiday --- Yucca: So, but let's start with themes. So, Mark, what do you call this holiday? Mark: Well, that is a bit of a moving target. For many, many years I've called it Yule. I called it Yule in my book. Yucca: hmm. The Transition from Yule to Midwinter --- Mark: But I'm moving off that into midwinter. Yucca: Mm The Cultural Significance of Yule --- Mark: Um, for a couple of reasons, one of which is that Yule is still a cultural reference. It's a, it's a Scandinavian word that references a winter solstice y kind of holiday that happened around this time of year in those cultures. And I've been very careful not to be drawing from any cultures in my practice. Yucca: hmm. Mark: midwinter, you know, it's the corollary to midsummer. At the summer solstice, and so that just seems like it feels pretty appropriate to me. Yucca: Nice. Okay. Mark: How about you? The Personal Connection to Solstice --- Yucca: uSually solstice, just the winter solstice or solstice sometimes first winter. I don't use midwinter because it's not midwinter for us. Mark: Mm hmm. Yucca: The, it certainly isn't the start of winter the way it's shown on like the calendar in terms of the astronomical seasons, but it's been winter for a month at this point, ? But we will not be into midwinter until, midwinter is more, you know, January, you know, end of January for us where we'll really be in the middle of winter. So, yeah, usually solstice, I've never really connected with the name Yule. I think it's pretty. It's on cards that people send. But it, just I've never had that connection with it. The Separation of Solstice and Christmas --- Yucca: I don't know, it, it, also you'll me, it still has more of a Christmas association. Like, it's still very Christmas. And even though Christmas is happening around the same time, for me, the solstice and Christmas are two very separate things. Mark: Yeah, I guess in my case, because I've really just, I've abandoned Christmas. So I have a lot of people around me, of course, who are celebrating it at work and so forth.  The Celebration of Solstice --- Mark: But I, I just adopted solstice celebration and that's what I do now. So I have a tree for that rather than for Christmas, for example. We were just putting lights on it and discovering that the new lights, there aren't quite enough of them. So now we desperately have to find some more and get them delivered immediately. So that'll be fun. They're, they're LEDs. that have a phone app where you can adjust the lights and the patterns and Nemea really, really is excited about this. Yucca: Okay, nice. Mark: Yeah.  Yucca: Lovely. Mark: yeah. Yeah. I haven't seen it at night yet, but it'll be pretty, I'm sure. So, yeah, I'm moving away from Yule. Yule seemed like kind of a harmless name to use. When I was writing my book, as opposed to, like, the Celtic names and stuff like that, that feels appropriative to me, and not really relevant to who I am and where I live and all that kind of stuff. Yucca: But in retrospect, it's seeming a little appropriate to you right now. Well, Mark: believe you can appropriate from a dead culture. So I'm not so worried about appropriating Scandinavian stuff from a Norse Worshipping tradition that didn't exist for a thousand years or so after Christianization. But, Yucca: still a lot, depending on where, like in Iceland, and there's still there's still some that is around today, Mark: oh, absolutely. Yucca: not necessarily in the same maybe strength that it was or, or prominence, but there's still aspects of that around. Mark: Well, and there's a resurgence. Yucca: Mm hmm. Mark: I mean, I think that if we had looked at things in 1950, we probably would have seen a few folk practices, but not really anything that was as organized as, you know, a religious practice, for example. But I, I don't know enough about it to say for certain one way or another. In any case it's safer to simply abandon that name and move with one that's more more generic and English. Yucca: Mm hmm. Mark: But, you know, when I first came into paganism, everybody called it Yule, and that was okay, and Yucca: That was just what you were around, yeah? Mark: Yeah, um, so whatever you call the winter solstice, and you may call it midsummer if you live in Argentina or, or Brazil, um, whatever you call it we're here to talk about celebrating it, and why don't we talk some about some of the themes that come up at this time of year. There's so much with it. Iconography to this season, you know, with the trees and the Santa Claus and the reindeer and the on and on and on and on.  Yucca: You know, I wish that everybody could see the backgrounds that we both came in with today, because there's a huge difference. So, Mark, you've got this scene with this, the pie. I don't know what trees those are back there, but you're Your conifers with the snow on it, and this little night scene, and this little house and it's these dark, you know, blues and grays. And then my background, and this was not planned, is the sun. And it's an up close of the bright bright sun with all the convection cells and Mark: and prominences bursting off the limb. Yucca: of it.  The Symbolism of Light and Dark --- Yucca: Yeah and I think that that reflects a big theme for this time of year is the the relationship between the light and the dark and the sun and the night and all of that. Mark: Ooh, nice, nice segue. That was great. Yeah. Yes the whole question of how we relate to darkness. is very much up at this time of year, because there sure is a lot of it in the Northern Hemisphere. And boy, the days are short now, and they're going to get even shorter.  Yucca: At my latitude, we get about 14 and a half, almost 15 hours of night at solstice. Mark: wow. Yeah, Yucca: north it's even more extreme. Mark: I think we get close to 16 hours. No, Yucca: No, you can't know not that much, but yeah. Mark: Yeah, 16 and a half hours. 15 and a half hours. Okay, third time's the Yucca: hmm. Mm hmm. Mm The Importance of Rest and Reflection --- Mark: yeah, so, waking up in the dark, finishing work in the dark I, I feel a lot of empathy for people who have commutes during that time, because of course I've done that for many years of work at home, so that's a, that's a relief. And the whole piece about how we fear the dark, and Metaphorically how we fear the darkness in ourselves, the, the, the not so nice stuff. The, uh, the sub, the, the submerged stuff that we've pushed down. tHis is a time of year that's often associated with dreaming and with ghosts and. I see that as useful fodder for contemplation, um, you know, trying to get more of a handle on, well, what am I pushing down? What am I ignoring? What am I afraid of in myself that I'm, that I'm repressing? And maybe it's stuff that needs repressing, that's okay but I'd still like to be aware of it. And, you know, be making conscious choices around all of that. So that's, that's a part of how I come to this season when it relates to light and dark. How about you, Yucca? Yucca: Yeah, I mean, the dark of this going in is a big theme for me. The peaceful, restful night in which you have the deep self reflection and there's a stillness. about it this time. Although, yes, we have so much happening in the holidays like we were talking about last week, but this solstice for me is a really, really contemplative, quiet, inward experience in a lot of ways. And it really is, I mean, I just keep wanting to say going back to this going in, I really, Picture, like, going deep into a cave, down deep into the earth, slash, me, to really kind of understand and reflect and see what, what quiet seeds you have waiting, sleeping there, and, you know, what will become. It's not, things haven't woken up yet. It's what is going to be waking up. What have we been planting? What's there? And there's something much more vulnerable, much more visceral in the dark, away from the light. Mark: Mm hmm. Yeah, I think that's very well said. That whole, that kind of journeying piece about Going down into the dark which is so often a theme of, of guided meditations and solo journeying, inward work. It's a good time for doing that stuff. Yucca: Yeah. Mark: the, the body's circadian rhythms are really oriented towards sleep and it's it's a good time for dreaming. For, and I, I, when I think of, when I think about this in the, the context of the life cycle, and the context of a human life, it's a time for dreaming new stuff, Yucca: hmm. Mm Mark: uh, you know, dreaming new life, dreaming new ideas just starting to get those first glimmerings of what might And that's it. The what you plant next year and work to achieve. Yucca: Yeah, Mark: soon to get firm on those plans. It's all just Yucca: you can't be doing anything with the soil yet. It's, it's, whether there actually is snow or not, it's sleeping under that snow right now. Mark: right, right. Yeah, so it's, it's not a time. I mean, one of the things that I do appreciate about this holiday in the overculture, and there aren't very many things that I appreciate, but one of them is that for a week or so The world seems to hold its breath, at least for Christmas Eve and Christmas, those two days when commerce mostly finally stops, and people are at home with their families, and there's just, there's a silence in the world that I really appreciate, and that seems to persist to some degree through to New Year's. Yucca: Mm hmm. Mark: Most people are not going to work and I would imagine that Yucca: School's out for, Mark: School is out, Yucca: Yeah. Mark: all that sort of stuff. So, there's that, that withdrawal into the darkness that I really appreciate. The Connection to the Forests --- Yucca: Mm hmm. The other theme, uh, for me is the forests. So I see the, the Wheel of the Year, the different stations at it, or seasons, often celebrating different Types of ecosystems or components that are really connected to how we experience the world as humans and who we're connected with. And this half of the year is the forests. there's a, there's association with the, the forest there, particularly the the pine. Yeah whereas on the other side, we've got the grasslands, ? In the summer and the autumn, there's the grasslands, but now it's, it's the forests and the forest creatures and the and we'll get more into, you know, some of the, the bovines and ungulates and things later, but there's something very Very, for me, kind of ancient and primal about that, too, that kind of pulls back to, you know, different, some of my different roots in terms of my ancestry and that kind of connection with the forest. Mark: Sure. The Celebration of the Sun and Stars --- Yucca: And for a lot of people, it's also a celebration of the sun and of stars, ? And our sun as a star as well. Mark: Huh, yeah, yeah. I like that historically, the forest was a scary place to go into, for one reason, because it was dark, right? So, you know, you built your little island of civilization in your farmstead or whatever it was, but out beyond those fences, there was more uncertainty. And so going into the woods, you never knew what you were going to encounter, and there's more of that mystery, that going into the darkness. Yucca: But it's also necessary. Mark: Well, yes, Yucca: also where the, that's where you would go to hunt, ? That's where you'd go to gather your medicine. That's where you'd go for that. There's, you can't just stay out of it, ? You've got to go back in and be part of that whole system. Mark: which is very much like human psychology. Yucca: Mm hmm. Mark: You, there are layers and layers and layers of things. There are things that you may think you're over and you may not be over them. There are things that have been profound enough in your life that you may never be over them. You have to revisit them over and over again. You know, I have quite a number of things like that.  So I really like, at this time of year, to kind of take a step back, reflect, imagine, do all that sort of soft path under the surface kind of work, Yucca: Mm Mark: um, it just seems like an appropriate time when it's so dark and it's cozy inside and feels relatively safe to contend with some of that stuff. Yucca: Yeah.  The Coziness of the Season --- Yucca: I really like the coziness of just really getting into the coziness of this time of year. We, I use a diffuser with different oils in the house, and I don't buy into, like, the, you know, magical properties of, you know, this particular oil does this or that. I'm like, I like the smell of it. So I use it in the house, and I change those out throughout the season. And right now, you know, we're doing a lot of those very kind of Spicy, yummy cedars and cinnamons and all of that, just very cozy stuff this time of year with the big blankets and the cuddling with the kitty cat and all that, the warm drink and all that stuff. Mark: Absolutely, yeah. Yeah, I, I really like to lean into that stuff, too. It's I mean, I suppose it really should be thematic for the next and a half months, something like that, Yucca: Oh, we'll, we'll, Mark: time. Yucca: yep, we'll lean into that a lot. Yeah, and we'll, when we talk about the next holiday, we'll get into that more too. But, um, yeah. Mark: that, we'll talk about slog. Yucca: Slog, yes. So, and I think we said we were going to at some point come back to doing a darkness episode, probably sometime in January or something like that when we're really in the, um, kind of the thick of it. Mark: The deep cold, yeah. Yucca: yeah. Now there's some parts of the holiday too that you were talking about, like doing a tree or things like that. What's that like for you? Mark: Oh boy, I have so many observances at this time of year, so many traditions that I do, other than just redecorating my focus. We do do a tree, we have collected a set of ornaments over the years that are very thematic, a lot of, a lot of wildlife some antique. Glass ornaments from the 40s, 50s, and 60s that, you know, remind me of childhood. Some of the few happy memories that I have of childhood are evoked by the scent of that tree and by, you know, these old ornaments. And don't really buy presents for one another because we have too much stuff as it is. But what we do is put Cozy, appealing, charming things under the tree to sort of celebrate our abundance and so forth. We just got a bunch of internet, we went to, there's a store called Cost Plus here, I don't know if it exists elsewhere. Yucca: Yeah, we've got that here. Mark: it's a, it's an import store and so we got German cookies and English figgy pudding and a bunch of different things like that for the holiday and have those sitting under the tree right now. The Tradition of the Yule Log Ritual --- Mark: We do a Yule log ritual on the solstice night where we decorate, actually what I do is I take the lower half of the trunk of last year's Yule tree, which I sawed off and kept, and of course now it's dry. So what I do is I use some kind of natural fiber twine, like sisal or hemp or something like that, to tie that to a larger log, because, you know, Christmas tree trunks generally are Yucca: Not very thick, yeah. Mark: in diameter at max. And then we decorate that with holly and pyracantha berries and fresh boughs from the, from this year's Yule tree. And then, and we put candles on it. And then we tuck little notes into, under the twine and in amongst the branches and stuff that are wishes for the coming year. And when that's all done and we've done our Booga booga ritual stuff over it. We take it out and we burn it in our fire pit outside. And that's just, It's a cool thing to do. Yucca: hmm. Mark: My ritual circle does a ritual every year where we turn off all the lights in the house of my circle brother and sister. We go outside, you know, we get cold we have a little cauldron with some fire burning in it in the middle of us so we have a little bit of illumination. But we sing songs and really get ourselves into the whole mood and then each of us takes a taper. Lights it from the fire in the cauldron, and we go into the house again, and light every candle in the house, all throughout the Yucca: Oh, nice. Mark: bringing the light back. And that's a ritual that I really enjoy as well. Yucca: hmm. Mm Mark: How about celebrations at your house? Yucca: hmm. Well, we don't have a tree. They, we've got a, at their grandmother's, a Christmas tree. When we lived in the city, I did take I would take branches. Instead of taking the whole tree, I'd take branches and bring them into the house. And part of that was just I, just, I'm not a city person. It was hard for me to be in the city. So I just wanted any, like, I just craved that. The connection with the land that, and we weren't like smack in the middle of the city, we actually kind of on the, you know, a nicer part of town that did have a few trees and a yard and, you know, that sort of thing. But, um, so I would bring stuff in, but now, you know, we're, we're out. You know, out in the country and it doesn't, I don't miss it all in the same way because we're in, we're surrounded by it all the time, so I'm not, you know, feeling that thirst to bring stuff in as much but we do have, we do have some lights we have some like little solar LED Christmas lights that I think are meant to go out on your fence or something like that, but I just have the solar panel sitting in the window. And it does it well enough, and you know, it's a dark time of year, so it doesn't charge a lot, but it'll just go on as soon as the light sets in. Natural light fades and it runs for a few hours and we've gone to sleep at that point. So in terms of sort of the more traditional stuff, we do that. And again, for us, the Christmas and solstice are two different times. It's all related. And we've talked about how, you know, the, the history of, you know, why Christmas is on the day it is and the weird calendar switching stuff that happened and all of that. But when it's solstices and equinoxes, I like to set an alarm for the actual moment, ? Because that is an astronomical moment that happens, not just the day. And so this year, I think it's gonna be 827 p. m. our time. So I've got an alarm set so that when it does happen, the alarm can go off and we can go whoo and put our hands in the air. It's much better than when it happens at like 2 or 3 in the morning, because I do wake the kids up for that. We go whoo and then they go back to sleep. But this time I think it's nice that it's going to be during the day. night when we're still awake, but it's, it's been dark for a few hours at that point, so that'll be lovely. Mark: That sounds great.  The Celebration of Solstice in Different Cultures --- Mark: A friend of mine is doing a party that he used to do before COVID. This is the first time since the arrival of COVID, which of course isn't over, but Yucca: Mm hmm. Mark: we're doing parties again. So, he's doing a winter solstice vigil, which is an all night party that goes until dawn, and then you greet. Sun at the, they climb up to the top of the hill in San Francisco and greet the, greet the sun. I'm going to go, but I am not going to stay all night because the next morning I have to be in Yucca: isn't it? Solstice is a Wednesday night Mark: I thought it was Thursday. Yucca: I think it's the 21st this year for North America. It'll be the 22nd for Europe. But anyways, it's a Mark: Yeah, the 21st is the Thursday. Yucca: Oh, it is a Thursday? It's not Wednesday? Okay. I just had to Okay, great. Mark: That's good because I took Thursday and Friday off, and if it was on Wednesday , I would feel kind of silly. So. Yucca: Oh yeah, so it is the 21st. I said the day's wrong in my head. All right, so you'll have to, Mark: that next morning I have a part in a Unitarian Universalist solstice service, and so I'm not going to stay up all night, greet the sun, then jump in my car, drive 60 miles, and do that. That that sounds like dangerous to me.  Yucca: I don't know about you, but I can't do the whole stay up all night thing. I have not been able to do that in years. People do it for New Years. I'm like, nope, not doing it. I'll Mark: but I don't choose to very often. Yucca: If I need to be up at midnight, I'll go to sleep at 6 and I'll wake myself up at 11 30, but I'm not gonna. Stay up till midnight or one, yeah. Mark: huh. Yucca: Getting Mark: you're a mom, so sleep is really at a premium, Yucca: I like my sleep, yeah. But even before I was a mom, I do not do the staying up. I am not a good person to be around when I'm not rested. Thinking about all that self reflection, we do this type of year. Yeah, I've learned that. Like, nope. Need my sleep. So, but I think for people who that works for, I think that's lovely. I certainly remember being younger and feeling that, like, that kind of altered state of having stayed up all night. Mark: Yeah. More emotionally vulnerable and yeah well, this is a separate topic, but the fire circle rituals that I've been to many of, they go from typically eleven at night until dawn. Yucca: mm hmm, Mark: And there's the same kind of feeling, and you do them three nights in a row, Yucca: mm Mark: and catch some sleep during the day, but of course you don't get a full eight hours, so you are really sleep deprived by the last night, and everybody's just really tender and open, and it's, it's beautiful to be around a ton of people who are like that, but what you don't want to do is operate heavy machinery after having that experience. It's not, not safe. Yucca: Right. Heavy machinery, including cars. Just a Mark: That's, that's what I was meaning Yucca: Oh, yeah. Mark: yeah, cars. And I am 60 miles from San Francisco, and I don't want to have to drive on, you know, being awake 24 hours, Yucca: Yeah. Mark: back up to Santa Rosa. So, yeah, so I'm going to go to the party for a while, and then I'm going to come back, uh, and it'll be great to see some friends down there, but it'll also be great to catch some solid Zs, uh, on the morning before I have to do this other thing. We're we're having a, we're recording this on the 16th? Is Yucca: Yeah, it's Saturday the Mark: Yeah, Saturday the 16th, and tomorrow the Northern California Atheopagan Affinity Group is getting together for a Yule celebration. Yucca: Oh, yay. Mark: Yeah I'm driving down there and we're having a fire pit and sharing delicious, you know, cozy making food. There's a good chance it may rain. So I'm bringing stuff from mulled wine and we can sit inside and listen to the rain and drink mulled wine and Yucca: Lovely. You know, Mark: So are there other things that you do at this time of year? The Evolution of Family Traditions --- Yucca: it's still kind of evolving just as the, my kiddos are getting to an age where they can be part of creating those traditions, we'll see what happens over the next few years, right? So. Mark: Yeah. Yucca: Yeah, Mark: Yeah. I mean, and it's wonderful to let yourself kind of be led by their interests in this as well. Yucca: yeah, Mark: you'll develop traditions that are just your families and that's very cool. Yucca: right, yeah. And who knows, maybe, maybe that'll go, they'll, they'll remember that and do that with their families, or something different, or just it's one of the lovely things about what we were talking about in the beginning about it, just that spiraling back around to it. You know, each year there's something familiar but different, and over time that might change to something very different, but still have some of those same roots. Mark: Yeah, yeah, yeah, that's that's this sort of balancing act that happens in, in modern paganism, where on the one hand, it's very DIY, and you can create your own rituals, and those can all be unique. On the other hand, there's something to be said about tradition, about having these things that you do every year at a particular time of year. Just to acknowledge that it's that time of year and to create a particular feeling that you associate with that kind of, that time of year. I really enjoy both. There have been times, well, like, for example, my ritual circle, Dark Sun, does the same Hallows ritual every year. Yucca: Mm hmm. Mark: and I've talked about that before during those episodes. And there have been times when I've had, like, cool ideas for a hallows ritual, and I would have loved to do it with them, but nope, we're doing the traditional thing. So, I think there's both sides to that. The the to be creative and the desire to create tradition. Yucca: Yeah. Here we are. Conclusion and Farewell --- Mark: Here we are, once again, at the darkest time of year in the Northern Hemisphere, and the brightest in the Southern Hemisphere, so if you're enjoying summer, uh, have a wonderful time, you know, go swimming eat some ice cream, do all those things that one does in the summertime. For those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, we wish you a meaningful and joyous and warm and cozy solstice celebration and time of year. And we will be back next week. Yucca: Yep. See you next week.        ----more----

What does ending the year mean to you? I used to say that it meant getting ready for new beginnings.... but that was the part of me that was constantly on the move. Now I'm settling. I'm practicing hygge - and talking about what that looks like now with a few months since my introduction. (see Episode #97, Unlocking Your Inner Rebel for the intro to hygge). Now the end of the year means a softening, a coziness, creating a warmth that is supportive of the way I want to feel. What about for you? How do you want to feel? How can you bring that to your life? I love asking these questions and following through on them. Join me for the upcoming Family in Focus signature group coaching program (starts 2nd week of January) - or even private work (CME can be used for those who have end-of-year funds (a gratifying way to earn credits while learning more about yourself!) Email me for the private health or professional coaching spots. Full show notes available here. YouTube version of Episode #104 here. Calling all Healthcare Professionals: I'm so glad you're here, to benefit yourself, your family, and your patients. The CE experience for this Podcast is powered by CMEfy - click here to reflect and earn credits: https://earnc.me/yrHnup Join Family in Focus coaching now. Current offerings available here. Weight Loss 101 for Your Whole Family: get started helping your whole family with the self-paced mini-course HERE. --------------------- I ask a favor of you: if you liked this episode, please subscribe, rate and review on your favorite podcast service, and share with your friends so they know that there is a different way to stop struggling with worries about weight. It's easy and fun! And when you're ready to start applying this in your own home, check out www.wendyschofermd.com for more information about how the Family in Focus program can help you and your family create lifelong healthy relationships with food and body, now and at every weight. Disclaimer: While Wendy Schofer, MD discusses health and wellness, this is not medical advice and she is not your doctor. Optimal health is achieved in combination with your physician, who collaborates with you for your individual health. Talk to your doctor. And tell them about Family in Focus. Mwah!  

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This episode is all about the Danish art of Hygge.  What is Hygge?  Lance will tell you all about it.  Hygge describes the quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being.This episode is full of tips and tricks for bringing more Hygge into your life.  

You absolutely deserve to live in a clean home! On this motivational episode of “Ask a House Cleaner”, host Angela Brown and designer Rebecca West discuss how an organized, clutter-free home creates mental clarity. Together, they explore the profound connection between a clean home and a clear mind, offering invaluable insights into maintaining a pristine living environment. With their dynamic discussion, Angela and Rebecca emphasize that a clean home is not just a physical necessity, but a vital element in nurturing a tranquil and balanced life. Tune in to this episode for an uplifting reminder that you deserve to live in a clean, restorative space and learn how the art of keeping your home spotless can pave the way for a happier, more harmonious existence.  You Deserve to Live in a Clean Home Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Happy Home Specialist, Rebecca West  00:25 Importance of Emotional Cleanliness in a Happy Home  01:36 Creating a Happy Place and Taking Control of Your Home  02:20 Seeking Control in Times of Change and Loss  03:21 Understanding Happiness and Contentment in Your Home  RESOURCES ------------------ Happy Starts at Home: Change your space, transform your life - https://amzn.to/462Y2VD Hygge: Unlock the Danish Art of Coziness and Happiness - https://amzn.to/3LxZLtJ Live Beautiful - https://amzn.to/46n0KF5 Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff - https://amzn.to/45YJ4zE Beautifully Organized: A Guide to Function and Style in Your Home - https://amzn.to/3rlt1Ni (When available, we use affiliate links and as Amazon Associates we earn a commission on qualifying purchases.) *** RATE THIS PODCAST ***  https://ratethispodcast.com/askahousecleaner  *** TRAINING & CLEANING CERTIFICATION*** https://savvycleaner.com/join *** MOST REQUESTED LIST OF CLEANING STUFF I USE *** https://www.Amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown  SOCIAL MEDIA --------------- *** CONNECT WITH REBECCA ON SOCIAL MEDIA ***  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/seriouslyhappyhomes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seriouslyhappyhomes/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/happyseriously Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccasusanwest/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/seriouslyhappyhomes/ Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/seriously-happy-homes-seattle *** CONNECT WITH ANGELA ON SOCIAL MEDIA ***  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskAngelaBrown Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/AskAngelaBrown Twitter: https://Twitter.com/AskAngelaBrown Instagram: https://instagram.com/AskAngelaBrown Pinterest: https://Pinterest.com/AskAngelaBrown Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/AskAngelaBrown TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@askangelabrown Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/AngelaBrown URL: https://AngelaBrown.com NEED MORE CLEANING HELP? ------------- *** GOT A QUESTION FOR A SHOW? *** Please email it to Angela[at]AskaHouseCleaner.com Voice Mail: Click on the blue button at https://askahousecleaner.com  *** PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANERS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/ProfessionalHouseCleaners/ *** VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING FACEBOOK GROUP *** https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRBO.Airbnb.Cleaning/ *** LOOKING FOR A WAY TO GET MORE CLEANING LEADS *** https://housecleaning360.com SPONSORSHIPS & BRANDS ------------------- Today's #AskaHouseCleaner sponsor is #SavvyCleaner training and certification for house cleaners and maids. (https://savvycleaner.com/join) And your host today is #AngelaBrown - https://g.page/r/CbMI6YFuLU2GEBI/review *** ADVERTISE WITH US ***  We do work with sponsors and brands. If you are interested in working with us and you have a product or service that makes sense for the cleaning industry here's how to work with us -https://savvycleaner.com/brand-deals *** SAVVY CLEANER BRANDS ***  SAVVY CLEANER - House Cleaner Training and Certification – https://savvycleaner.com/join VRBO AIRBNB CLEANING – Cleaning tips and strategies for your short-term rental  https://TurnoverCleaningTips.com  FUNNY CLEANING SHIRTS – Incentive and thank-you gifts for house cleaners and maids. https://FunnyCleaningShirts.com  HOARDING WORLD - Helping you change your relationship with stuff https://HoardingWorld.com REALTY SUCCESS HUB - Helping you sell your home fast https://realtysuccesshub.com CREDITS -------------------------- Show Produced by: Savvy Cleaner: https://savvycleaner.com Show Host: Angela Brown Show Editor: Anna Nikitchuk Show Producer: Anna Nikitchuk

As the season changes, I'm trying not to spiral into depression because summer is over. In this episode, I talk about the ways I bring the practice of hygge into the autumn - because I'm all about being cozy. Please rate, share, review and follow this podcast, especially on Apple and Spotify!

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Ever wonder why even the youngest Jewish child can tell you the exact date of the destruction of Hashem's house? How is this incident, and the observance of Tisha B'av, deeply ingrained in the Jewish psyche? Prepare to unlock the answers and gain a profound understanding of the Jewish faith as we navigate this critical topic.This episode explores the significance of closeness in Judaism and investigates the Jewish community's spiritual connection with Hashem. We discuss the concept of accidental murder in the Jewish faith and the importance of maintaining the sanctity of religious leaders. This enlightening episode is bound to offer you a deeper understanding of the Jewish faith and its inherent longing for closeness with Hashem.Support the show-------------------TMC Tutoring: A Personalized Zoom chavrusa session and tailored study plan for scholars seeking a unique approach to Torah study. Our goal is to facilitate spiritual growth through Torah study by providing customized programs that cater to your interests and learning capabilities. Experience motivation, meaningful progress, and convenience with our virtual Zoom sessions. Book a session today! ------------------Check out our other Torah Podcasts and content! Follow our Apple Podcast Channel! TMC Torah Podcast Network SUBSCRIBE to The Motivation Congregation Podcast for daily motivational mussar! Listen on Spotify or the new Jewish music and Podcast streaming platform 24six! Find all Torah talks and listen to featured episodes on our new website themotivationcongregation.org Questions or Comments? Please email me @ michaelbrooke97@gmail.com#parsha #shortdvartorah #thetorahpodcast #motivationalmussar...

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Jenn brings you a couple more cozy SF/F options for your summer reading. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher. To get even more SF/F news and recs, sign up for our Swords and Spaceships newsletter! Looking for fascinating stories, informed takes, useful advice, and more drawn from our collective experience as power readers, teachers, librarians, booksellers, and bookish professionals? Subscribe to The Deep Dive, a biweekly newsletter featuring stories to inform and inspire readers, to get exclusive content delivered to your inbox! This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Books Discussed Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree Murder in G Major by Alexia Gordon (cw: discussion of suicide, use of ableist slurs) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jess is a mother of three young children living in New York City. A rare form of diabetes in her son led her to adopt an Ayurvedic lifestyle for her whole family. In this episode Angela and Jess chat about daily rhythm, stability, self-care as mothers and making Ayurveda fun for the kiddos. Jess is the founder of Hygge Yoga, a virtual community that shares cozy yoga and connection. She is the mama/foster mama to 3 kiddos, a big believer in holistic health and education, and is currently training to become an Ayurvedic Health Counselor with Angela! Connect with Jess Website Instagram Free weekly newsletter that shares all things hygge and holistic health, plus community events   Learn more about Angela and her work: Ayurveda Health Counselor Program Website Instagram   Become a certified Ayurvedic Health Counselor in Angela's 600-hour Simple Ayurveda Training. This program is for those who have a background as yogis, holistic healers, or have been studying with Angela's podcast for some time. Download the curriculum or reserve your spot here. Program begins September 1st, 2023 in an intimate cohort led directly by Angela. Registration closes June 1st.

About This EpisodeMidwestern sisters Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson launched The Sister Project Blog to cover all things cozy, mindful, and wellbeing. Now, they also host Cozy Conversations with The Sister Project, a popular podcast filled with heart, hot topics, and witty banter. In this episode, Michelle and Lauren share how they got started and how their business shifted during the pandemic, becoming a source of genuine comfort and support. The sisters also discuss how to recognize signs of burnout, how to know your value, and the importance of using your voice to both speak up for others and self-advocate. Coziness is not merely fuzzy socks and comfy blankets, but it is an active choice we make to take care of ourselves and be in the moment. So, get ready to cozy up to your bold future! About Michelle Anderson I am a cozycore enthusiast, content creator, blogger and podcast host from Chicago. I am a daughter, wife to Ryan, mom to teen twins Mia and Will and sister to many. I made a career pivot from Government Contracting work to tap into my true passion of cultivating connections, and inspiring lifestyles and a safe space for cozy conversations. Cooking through food is my love language. I am a voracious reader, lead vocalist in a dad-band and am currently manifesting my summer house on the lake.  My dream podcast guests would be the 1999 USA Women's World Cup Soccer Champions.  About Lauren MassarellaI am a recovering Entertainment TV Reporter and PR & Marketing Executive now thriving as a hygge enthusiast, lifestyle influencer and podcast host. I'm living my best and coziest life in Chicago with my husband, Anthony, our cat, Egon and our new baby daughter Luna June. When I'm not interviewing people on our podcast, I enjoy teaching yoga in my spare time, and learning to navigate life as a new mom. I love art, traveling, French bistro music, autumn, and laughing so hard I pee my pants. My dream podcast guests would be Gloria Steinem and Jeff Goldblum. Additional ResourcesWebsite: https://thesisterprojectblog.comListen to their Podcast, Cozy ConversationsInstagram: @thesisterproj

In this episode, we invite you to immerse yourself in the soothing and comforting sounds of a crackling fire. Experience the warmth and coziness as you listen to the gentle crackles and pops of the fire, creating a tranquil ambiance that promotes deep relaxation and calmness. Let the mesmerizing flames and flickering lights of the fire transport you to a state of ultimate relaxation, melting away your stress and worries. Whether you're looking to unwind after a long day or create a serene atmosphere for meditation, the comforting sounds of a fire are sure to enhance your relaxation experience. Tune in to this episode and indulge in the soothing embrace of a crackling fire. Ultimate relaxation, Comforting sounds, Crackling fire, Tranquil ambiance, Deep relaxation, Coziness, Mesmerizing flames, Flickering lights, Stress relief, Calmness, Serene atmosphere, Unwind and relax, Meditation, Soothing embrace, Relaxation experience, Melting away stress, Serenity, Tranquility. Support our mission of spreading relaxation and wellness by rating and reviewing our podcast on your preferred platform. Your feedback helps us improve and enables others to discover the benefits of our soothing sounds. Enhance your listening experience by subscribing to our ad-free version, immersing yourself in uninterrupted tranquility.  Clicking Here  Join our community of relaxation seekers and embark on a journey of self-discovery. Subscribe, rate, and review Meditation Sounds today and unlock a world of serenity and rejuvenation.  Email List Support this podcast  https://www.meditationsoundspodcast.com Say goodbye to stubborn belly fat with our revolutionary product! Our formula is designed to target and dissolve unwanted fat, leaving you with a slimmer, more toned midsection. Try it now and experience the results for yourself. #dissolvebellyfat #slimandtoned http://bit.ly/3jV1Ip1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The end of January is a time of seeking comfort and coziness and resisting work and effort. Or at least that's how it is for me!It feels like a great time to get cozy, enjoy hot beverages, sleep as much as possible, and avoid working hard. Despite a belief that I ought to be productive all the time and always push forward in my business and my life in general, my body and mind are begging me for quiet and respite.There is a natural cycle in life that flows from creativity, production, and great activity, assessment and gathering, and finally rest and recuperation. It's OK to embrace the resting season fully.It is also true that there are times when it is legitimately more difficult to coordinate efforts and do activities. When life is more unpredictable it naturally encourages us to step back and focus more inward. Snow and ice have a natural ability to slow us down and force us to slow down.When we get upset, it highlights an area where we feel we aren't getting what we need. Our cranky side has a lot of wisdom for us if we listen to its underlying message. When we give ourselves what we need, we more easily move into a flow where we have more to offer. This is why it is so important to allow ourselves periods of rest and nourishment, as well as periods of activity, accomplishments, and providing for others. Support the showYour donations mean the world to me and allow me to continue to create content each week. I ❤️you and thank you from the bottom of my heart. leave an awesome review on Apple podcasts to help spread the word subscribe so you don't miss an episode wherever you stream your podcasts Thanks for listening!

I don't know about you, but once I put the Valentine's Day decorations up, I assume that Spring is just around the corner, and that's just not the case. So this year I am trying hard to lean into the coziness of winter, even if I'm getting a little stir crazy for Spring and I have the perfect podcast to help you do the same. It's called All Things Cozy.  Links from the Episode: - Grab the Kid Podcast Guide! - Find the rest of the show notes on the Friendly Podcast Guide website.

Coziness goes a long way when it comes to guest experience in your STRs. If there is one other important thing you should consider focusing on, it would be something relatively timeless: COMFORT. We are talking about linens, towels, mattresses and pillows. Having a superb quality of these coupled with proper care and some nice presentation can totally enhance the guest experience!  As traveling has been redefined, we see more inclusive stays across short-term rental properties lately. But some guest expectations remain the same. Regardless of the main reason why our guests are traveling, they are still coming to your short term rental to relax, so make sure you're providing them the space to just do that! So in this week's episode, we will talk about how to provide guests with a quality and comfortable stay in the form of these amenities. Tune in as I give you extra bonus tips straight from Airbnb Host Plus! We will discuss: Keeping quality comfort in mind Caring tips and when to replace them What I personally use and where to get the best  Bonus Tips for making a welcoming bed - Airbnb Host Plus! If you want to checkout the recommended video from a bedding expert see it here. Are you enjoying the podcast? Please subscribe, leave a rating and a review, and share it! This helps us reach others that may find the info helpful as well. Get a copy of my 12 proven house rules to protect your property from almost every negative situation (highly recommended)  You can find all of our links here including our website, recommended resources, upcoming live events, short-term rental playbook, Instagram, and more!

Coziness to us always meant the winter season, a fluffy blanket and a warm cup of coffee but the concept of Hygge begs to differ. We're happy to wrap and warm you up in this most requested episode about ‘Hygge', what it means, putting it into practice and how this aligns with frugality and financial independence. 

Shake off your weighted blanket and put down that spoon you're licking yogurt off the back of. It's no longer cozy season, dammit! It's time for Book 23 and we've got a listener recommendation that promises to be absolutely as uncozy as Christmas River was cozy. In fact, we're not even certain Coziness had been … Continue reading "Episode #135 – Book #23 announcement"

Nick and ensemble member Leo Mock chat about coziness in theatre and in TTRPGs - what makes something cozy? What's the value of coziness? How can we embrace spookiness and the benefits of scary play in both mediums?  Dungeons and Drama Nerds is produced by Todd Brian Backus, Percival Hornak, and Nicholas Orvis, and is mixed and edited by Anthony Sertel Dean. Season Three features contributions from Christopher Diercksen, Ben Ferber, Kory Flores, Tess Huth, Romana Isabella, Leo Mock, Jon Jon Johnson, and Dex Phan. If you'd like to help us continue exploring the intersection of theatre and tabletop roleplaying games, consider leaving us a review on your podcast app of choice or supporting us - and getting access to our patron-only bonus content - at patreon.com/dungeonsanddramanerds. You can find our social media and website links, including our cast bios, at our linktree. Be sure to tune in next week for another episode of Dungeons and Drama Nerds!

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The Danish prepare for their cold, dark winters by leaning into hygge, which loosely translates to “coziness.” To understand how hygge and happiness are linked, Leah sits down with Meik Wiking, founder and CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen – and author of the books The Little Book of Hygge and the new My Hygge Home. They dive into the art of hygge and how connection – and simple pleasures – are key to happiness. Follow Meik on LinkedIn Follow Leah and In The Arena on LinkedIn

Herschel Walker. Knocking at the door of December. A Flilogy? A Flilogy of Flaudiodes? 0-6. End of a unit. Defeated Dow Chemical Heiress. Off the charts Amtrak experience. Financial energy. Coziness & blueberry pie.

Over the past few years, it's been harder to separate our personal lives from our work lives. They've become more intertwined for reasons beyond our control. There is a certain grief in this change but there's also an opportunity. Bridging the calm from our personal lives into what can be momentary chaos in our busy professional lives can help balance things out. Maybe, just maybe, it's time to be more human in all aspects of our lives instead of trying to shift between friendly and professional. These are the shifts that Jasmin and her guest, Adair Cates are digging into during this conversation.  Watch this episode on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/WUly0WWNq1c Jasmine Mortgage Team https://www.jasminemortgageteam.com/ Adair Cates, https://adaircates.com/ Agent Upgrade: Facebook, YouTube, Website, Instagram  

The angels bring forth cozy clearing energies to help you drift off to sleep. Then Laurel will wander through the pages of TV Guide from 1963.  The shows of that time include The Flintstones and the pending arrival of Fred and Wilma's daughter, Pebbles, The Beverly Hillbillies, Ed Sullivan with iconic plate spinners and so much more. The story begins at  16:09You can learn more about Laurel and the angels at illuminatingsouls.comReceive an inspirational message from Laurel + Illuminating Souls each day via email. Join our Daily Inspiration Blast for a sweet little morsel of goodness delivered to your mailbox Monday thru Friday. Find daily inspirational messages on the Illuminating Souls Facebook page

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Megyn Kelly is joined by Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina to talk about Biden's massive new budget, policing in America today, the economy and inflation, coziness between unions and Democrats at the expense of kids and workers, how Biden's handling the Ukraine crisis, journalistic objectivity, the Supreme Court and Ketanji Brown Jackson's possible confirmation, and more. Then it's Kelly's Court with Arthur Aidala and Mark Eiglarsh, talking a possible Will Smith slap-related lawsuit, what the Will Smith punishment should be, Hunter Biden's legal troubles (and whether it could implicate President Biden), Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and his wife Ginni, and more. Plus, journalist and author Lee Smith on the latest in Ukraine, China's influence and how the Iran Deal will empower Russia, and Megyn reacts to crazy leaked videos of Disney executives.Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at: https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow