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Prof Claus Andersen Gives Interview on Scandinavian Culture

Prof Claus Andersen was recently  interviewed by Fox 6 News Milwaukee to discuss Hygge.  Hygge is a Danish concept to help alleviate winter blues and Andersen defines is as “pleasant togetherness”.

 

Read the full article at: http://fox6now.com/2018/01/29/pleasant-togetherness-hygge-might-be-the-answer-for-those-looking-to-beat-the-winter-blues/
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