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erincataldi's review against another edition
3.0
A gorgeous little coffee table book filled with luscious photos, great life advice, and words of wisdom about balanced living, the Swedish way. It's a quick read and goes into detail about what Lagom is, how it impacts Swedish culture, and how we can use it and cultivate it in our own lives. It's all about having a happy balance, learning to connect more with family and disconnect with technology. It's about preserving our environment and appreciating what it has to offer us. Also included are some amazing sounding recipes. For fans of all those obsessed with hygge and balanced living.
buntatamilis's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
4.0
nina_rod's review against another edition
2.0
I was inspired to read about Lagom after reading North. However, I didn’t really like this book. Just a word salad of Swedish things.
classicbhaer's review against another edition
4.0
*I received this book through blogging for books in exchange for an honest review.*
What I Liked
First off I want to say that this book is set up and organized in a wonderful way. It has chapters based off of home , work, environment, and many more. It is great because if you ever feel like you need a refresher in a given area after your initial read you can go right to that. I think it is great because it facilitates the opportunity to work on only what you need to work on and focusing on that instead of having a very broad topic that makes it difficult for the reader to apply is to a specific part of their life.
Another thing I liked about this book was the fact that it was realistic. The book gave practical advice and was to the point. No where in this book did I find ideas or tips that were far out there. It is created in a way that people will actually be able to adapt it into their daily lives at their own pace. Another bonus is that the information was portrayed in a way that read nicely. There was not time while reading this that I wanted to put it down because I was bored, hated the writing, or felt it was too fake/cheesy. This book found the perfect between life/lifestyle advice and being meaningful.
What I Didn’t Like
One fault I did find with this book was that at times I felt like the book made this transition seem easier than it actually is. Changing your lifestyle and finding a balance takes a lot of work and dedication. That is why I stress that this is at your own pace. Take small or big steps to transition into the lifestyle you want. It is your journey, you determine the best way for you.
Overall Thoughts
I think that Live Lagom by Anna Brones is a great introduction to balanced Swedish living. There are little tips, facts, recipes, and great visuals to give you a true sense of what she is talking about. It gives great insight into how you can evolve the different aspects of your life. Overall I give this book a 4 out of 5 stars. I know that this book is one I will be keeping and referencing from time to time.
What I Liked
First off I want to say that this book is set up and organized in a wonderful way. It has chapters based off of home , work, environment, and many more. It is great because if you ever feel like you need a refresher in a given area after your initial read you can go right to that. I think it is great because it facilitates the opportunity to work on only what you need to work on and focusing on that instead of having a very broad topic that makes it difficult for the reader to apply is to a specific part of their life.
Another thing I liked about this book was the fact that it was realistic. The book gave practical advice and was to the point. No where in this book did I find ideas or tips that were far out there. It is created in a way that people will actually be able to adapt it into their daily lives at their own pace. Another bonus is that the information was portrayed in a way that read nicely. There was not time while reading this that I wanted to put it down because I was bored, hated the writing, or felt it was too fake/cheesy. This book found the perfect between life/lifestyle advice and being meaningful.
What I Didn’t Like
One fault I did find with this book was that at times I felt like the book made this transition seem easier than it actually is. Changing your lifestyle and finding a balance takes a lot of work and dedication. That is why I stress that this is at your own pace. Take small or big steps to transition into the lifestyle you want. It is your journey, you determine the best way for you.
Overall Thoughts
I think that Live Lagom by Anna Brones is a great introduction to balanced Swedish living. There are little tips, facts, recipes, and great visuals to give you a true sense of what she is talking about. It gives great insight into how you can evolve the different aspects of your life. Overall I give this book a 4 out of 5 stars. I know that this book is one I will be keeping and referencing from time to time.
elliemcc11's review against another edition
3.0
2016 was all about cosiness and the Danish concept of hygge. 2017 and we are introduced to the Swedish concept of Lagom which translates as "in moderation" or "not too much, not too little".
This is a lifestyle book; an introduction to a way of living that is sustainable for us in the home, work, environmentally and health. Descriptions of the concept were interspersed with practical application such as recipes or ideas to try at home.
I love the Swedish fika (coffee break with pastry) and the seemingly relaxed working environments. I applaud the spending the time outdoors and quality time with those that matter. I'm sad I don't have a log cabin in the forest though :/
Beautiful photography throughout and in a readable style made this book interesting but it's the kind of book I'd borrow from a library rather than buy and read again and again.
This is a lifestyle book; an introduction to a way of living that is sustainable for us in the home, work, environmentally and health. Descriptions of the concept were interspersed with practical application such as recipes or ideas to try at home.
I love the Swedish fika (coffee break with pastry) and the seemingly relaxed working environments. I applaud the spending the time outdoors and quality time with those that matter. I'm sad I don't have a log cabin in the forest though :/
Beautiful photography throughout and in a readable style made this book interesting but it's the kind of book I'd borrow from a library rather than buy and read again and again.
melissakuzma's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this little book, which I easily read in a day, and I love the concept of lagom, which I think of as "just enough." Having just returned from a trip to Scandinavia, I'm kind of obsessed with all things Scandinavian, and lagom is a natural fit for me. I know as Americans we're supposed to be obsessed with consumption, and "the bigger, the better," but that just doesn't feel right to me. I hate big cars, big houses, how we're encouraged by commercials and the media to have too much of everything. That's not to say I don't sometimes go overboard with certain things (my shoes - I know, I know) but in general I prefer a more low-key, balanced approach to life. I have a small house (very lagom-sized, really), I don't drive a fancy or new car, and I strive for a healthy work-life balance, which I happily accomplish most of the time. I believe in equality and the common good, and on sustainability. I think lagom is something we could all use a little bit more of (yes, the irony is intentional!).
endomental's review against another edition
3.0
The idea of lagom is "just enough" or "just right." The Swedish culture as a whole embraces the concept as part of its lifestyle. Whether it's eating, working, sleeping, design, or any part of life, the ideal is not too much, not too little.
I enjoyed learning about the concept and seeing the examples of how it's put into practice. Because lagom can be described in so few sentences, it takes a lot of repetition to fill an entire book. In reality, the repetition was a little too much. Even so, the idea of living lagom seems worth a try, even - or especially - in our "more more more" society.
I enjoyed learning about the concept and seeing the examples of how it's put into practice. Because lagom can be described in so few sentences, it takes a lot of repetition to fill an entire book. In reality, the repetition was a little too much. Even so, the idea of living lagom seems worth a try, even - or especially - in our "more more more" society.