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Dear Auntie HiC,
This edition of Fun Facts with Rocky delves into the practice of “niksen.”
Niksen is a Dutch verb derived from "niks," meaning "nothing".
It's the art of doing nothing, not in a passive or unproductive way, but as a deliberate act of relaxation and mental rejuvenation.
Research suggests that niksen can help reduce stress, combat burnout, and boost creativity. Some studies suggest it can also help improve focus and overall well-being by allowing the mind to wander and recharge.
The Dutch have purr-fected the practice of
niksen so well that they are considered
some of the happiest people on earth.
Cats are niksen masters. 😻
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Mol mol mol mol Rocky my ginger nephew you are a fun-gi, girls like fun guys
Thank,you love Auntie HiC
Rocky takes his Niksen very seriously.
ReplyDeleteniksen is a cool word.. shakespeare would like it... much ado about niksen ;o)
ReplyDeleteNIksen, huh? That's gonna be my new favorite word as it's what my life is all about.
ReplyDeleteHari OM
ReplyDeleteAha... translation... time out! Hugs and whiskeries YAM-aunty xxx
At age 81, I practice "niksen" on a regular basis without even intending to ... my mind wanders. Whether it recharges is open to question ...
ReplyDeleteOh, I want to take a Niksen workshop :)
ReplyDeleteDear Rocky, evidently you and I both have some Dutch in us. We have purrfected the art of napping and relaxing. However this morning in the pitch dark I'm starting off my day by being out in the patio in the dark watching for bats and moths. Then I'll sleep the whole day long.
ReplyDeleteDoing nothing does feel really good but these days it is hard to do nothing. We have learned to always be busy doing something. The German word is nichts. Dutch and German have a lot of similar words.
ReplyDeleteRocky, you are a master of niksen! The North American culture doesn't hold much regard for deliberate rest and relaxation (broad statement), but life certainly would be healthier and happier if we did!
ReplyDeleteHappy Tuesday too... we need some fun indeed each day 😄
ReplyDeleteWell my goodness, I sure did not know that.
ReplyDeleteRocky, I think you have mastered niksen. I have been practicing the art of doing nothing the last couple of months because of the heat.
ReplyDeleteI think Niksen may have to be practiced more here at our place Rocky...You do look like an expert!
ReplyDeletexoxo,
Rosy & Sunny (and Beth too)
My parents and I practice niksen every day. We do a whole lot of nothing most of the time here. BOL!
ReplyDeleteWe think our Mom needs to practice Niksen!
ReplyDeleteHe has the Niksen down to a fine science. Well done.
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Have a fabulous Happy Tuesday. Love and hugs to Auntie C and Kit and scritches to the kitties. ♥
Oh Rocky ~ you are a model for Niksen for sure ~ I need to practice more, thanks for the reminder ~ hugs,
ReplyDeletean artist reflects ~ (carol and ziggy)
hugs and love to you and Angel Madi ~ xo
You have the niksen down for sure, Rocky!
ReplyDeletedood….eye will sign up for yur work shop and bee veree good at “ home werk “‼️‼️💙🐟😸💚🦋
ReplyDeleteI am of Dutch descent, and I know all about niks and niksen!! LOL!! Us pups are good at it too!
ReplyDeleteI know a few people who need to take your niksen workshop, they can't relax for anything!
ReplyDeleteThat was the purrfect explanation Rocky!
ReplyDeleteSo ineresting about why the Swedes are the happiest people! I wonder if they continue the practice when they move to the US.
ReplyDeleteBeen meaning to tell you how much I like your new header, too!
Rocky is a cutie. XO
ReplyDeleteIt sounds a lot like bumpkus
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of your niksen workshop :) Rocky has the right idea! Sending hugs!
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