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Lagom, which means “not too much and not too littlejust right,” is the Swedish philosophy for enjoying balance in every aspect of lifefrom work and leisure to family and food, and everything in between. Experienced bakers know by touch when the dough they are kneading is lagomnot too moist and not too dry. At the office, professionals who work hardbut not to the detriment of other parts of their livesare following the lagom ideal. Lagom is moderation, balance, and equality. By using the Swedish lifestyle as an example, Niki Brantmark offers insightful suggestions and bite-sized actions to help you make subtle changes to your life, so you too can make time for the things that matter most and find greater happiness. -- Publisher.