Njuta: Niki Brantmark

Fear less, hope more; eat less, chew more; whine less, breathe more; talk less, say more; love more; and all good things are yours.”—Swedish proverb

The Danes taught us how to embrace coziness and contentment. Now, the Swedes show us how to pause and savor the moment, to njuta, a philosophy closely tied to Swedish life and culture.

Deeply ingrained in the Swedish psyche, njuta is about simplicity and intent in every aspect of life, from daily routines and leisure to family and food and everything in between. The Swedish delight in the simple things in life. They see greatness in the small things—it doesn’t take grand gestures or vast amounts of money to make life not only okay but truly wonderful.

Enjoy, Delight In: The Swedish Art of Savoring the Moment Hardcover | 4/c illustrations