Northern Europe is famous for many things: Abba, IKEA, bicycles and Vikings. But more recently, Northern Europe has become known for a new craze of chilled-out living — something we can all learn to incorporate into our day-to-day lives.
The latest lifestyle trend taking the world by storm is known as Niksen, which is simply the Dutch art of doing nothing.
What is Niksen?
Stress and burnout expert Carolein Hamming defines Niksen as literally “doing nothing or to be doing something without any use.” You could practice Niksen by staring into space or listening to music, as long as you’re doing nothing you’ve basically nailed it.
Niksen is a great way to find out what types of relaxation works for you. Everyone needs to take a well-deserved break from work every once in a while. But, finding a way to rejuvenation that suits you and your mind can, believe it or not, can be tricky.
Clearing your mind as you stare out the window for hours allows you to just be, without any purpose or any responsibilities. Its main aim is to rid your mind and body of that constant need to do something productive.
How Can Doing Nothing Benefit You?
While doing nothing is often regarded as an excuse to be lazy or counterproductive, it’s actually a lot more beneficial than you’d think.
Though you’re physically doing very little, your brain is still processing and functioning like it would on the most hectic of days. So, this can really help you to manifest a breakthrough solution or even kick start your creative thinking.
Global stress levels rose by 40% by 2018, especially amongst working Millennials, so doing nothing could be an excellent way to improve mental and physical well-being.
Niksen has been proven by experts at the CSR Centrum to be a positive stress-fighting tactic. What better place to test this concept than in a luxury pod situated in the Scottish countryside?
Not only is this trend great for your mental health, but it also works wonders for your body and immune system. Niksen is a great way to fight off viral infections like the common cold, which we all inevitably become victim to at some point.
And, there’s no better place to practice it then surrounded by gorgeous countryside at one of our luxury pods.
Top Benefits of Doing Nothing:
- Cleanses your mind.
- Helps kick start creative thinking.
- Revitalises the body.
- Works wonders for your immune system.
How To Achieve Niksen?
Niksen is pretty easy to achieve, I mean doing nothing isn’t exactly difficult, right?
However, it can seem uneasy and slightly discomforting to literally leave all your responsibilities at the front door and do nothing but stare out a window. Try to push through this and just let your body be. It’s okay for your mind to run wild.
Luxury Hideaways is the perfect place to put this concept into action.
Whether it’s listening to your favourite music through our built in Bluetooth speakers, soothing your muscles in a bubbling hot tub like the ones here at Luxury Hideaways, or even just watching the Scottish sunset through our unique circular windows, Niksen is super easy to achieve.
Book Your Next Stay Today
Put this latest trend to the test and book your stay at Luxury Hideaways now.
Our luxury pods are a place where you can feel the urge to do nothing and practice the art of Niksen. Each pod is equipped with the essentials to help you achieve Niksen including comfy chairs, fluffy robes, mood lighting and plenty of foodie things to eat too. Creating the uttermost relaxing atmosphere, ideal for your weekend away.
Book your next stay online today and get ready for a truly relaxing experience.
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