Living Lagom: 5 Ways to Embrace “Just the Right Amount”

In the Nordics, wellness isn’t about extremes. It’s not the endless chase for more or the rigid control of less. Instead, there’s a concept deeply woven into daily life: Lagom (lah-gohm).

Lagom means “just the right amount”—a balance that feels natural, sustainable, and deeply human. It’s the art of finding equilibrium in a world that often pulls us toward busyness, consumption, and overexertion.

At Søle Nordic Wellness, Lagom inspires how we design rituals, guide experiences, and hold space for our community. Here are five ways you can bring Lagom into your own life—inside and outside the spa.

1.  Balance Your Daily Rituals

Lagom reminds us that wellness is best found in rhythm. Instead of filling every moment or doing nothing at all, aim for a flow that feels steady and fulfilling.

• Begin the day with mindful movement, like a short walk or gentle stretch.

• Pause in the afternoon for tea or quiet reflection.

• End the day with stillness—a warm bath, breathwork, or journaling.

It doesn’t need to be complicated. The magic is in the balance.

2.  Eat with “Just Enough” in Mind

Food is central to Nordic living, and Lagom shows up at the table, too. Eating the Lagom way means:

• Choosing seasonal, local ingredients.

• Serving portions that satisfy but don’t overwhelm.

• Enjoying meals without hurry.

Think root vegetable soups, dark rye bread, or a small plate of cured salmon with dill. It’s not about indulgence or deprivation—it’s about nourishment.

3.  Create Calm in Your Surroundings

Your home and environment shape how you feel. Lagom suggests curating a space that feels functional, beautiful, and uncluttered.

• Keep only what serves a purpose or sparks joy.

• Use natural textures—linen, wood, wool—to bring in warmth.

• Add soft lighting (candles, salt lamps) for coziness.

At Søle, we echo this by designing each wellness space with intention—minimalist yet deeply comforting.

4. Care for Your Body with Balance

Exercise, recovery, and rest are not separate—they are partners. Lagom means moving in ways that energize you and resting in ways that restore you.

The Nordic Circuit embodies this balance:
🔥 Sauna (heat) to activate and detoxify
❄ Cold plunge to invigorate and strengthen
🌿 Salt room to rest, breathe, and renew

By flowing through contrast, the body finds equilibrium, just as Lagom teaches.

5. Connect Through Community

Lagom extends beyond self—it thrives in community. The Nordic approach celebrates gatherings where people come together in meaningful, unpretentious ways.

• Share meals with family or friends.

• Invite loved ones to wellness rituals.

• Engage in conversation without distraction.

True balance comes from belonging as much as it does from solitude.

Bringing Lagom Into Your Life

Living Lagom doesn’t mean perfection—it means presence. By weaving small, intentional practices into daily life, you create a rhythm that is sustainable, joyful, and calm.

At Søle Nordic Wellness, our rituals reflect Lagom: not too much, not too little, but just right. From the fiery sauna to the cooling plunge, from herbal tea in the salt room to quiet community spaces, each experience is designed to bring you back into balance.

Discover Lagom-inspired wellness at Søle Nordic Wellness. Your rhythm is waiting.