Quite recently, I found a very interesting book – “Päntsdrunk (Kalsarikänni): The Finnish Path to Relaxation “, commonly called the art of drinking in pants. So far, I have heard about only hygge, i.e. the Danish philosophy of catching happiness, seeking joy in everyday activities, and about lagom, i.e. the Swedish concept whose main message is: not too much, not too little, just right. In other words, it is a lifestyle in which we try to maintain balance, have everything we need. You are probably wondering now what Kalsarikänni is mentioned at the beginning.

“Kalsarikänni is the art of presence and perfect relaxation. It allows you to twist the frustrations and tensions that grow at work. The method is based on a sophisticated combination of the product of the fermentation process – alcohol – a selective openness to company and free of any dressing standards. For a small person it is a justified and environmentally friendly way to drink a bit of cream from life. Kalsarikänni allows you to spend the evening in a planned way, without any pressure to achieve. And although this definition seems irrational at first sight, there is deep wisdom hidden in it. Kalsarikänni is the courage to face your feelings and the readiness to make the most of the moment. When the pressure of work makes you slowly lose your breath, Kalsarikänni takes what he can from life and changes it to make the most of your time. It suits every mood, but it works best for spiritual and physical regeneration in situations where stress makes you sick. Kalsarikänni is a targeted hit on free time. It is a targeted hit of free time.
Reconciling work and everyday life is an absolute minimum. If we allow it, drinking in our pants can become our way of life, our philosophy. The subtlety of kalsarikänni lies in its multidimensional, varied possibilities.”

 

What’s inside the book?

“Päntsdrunk (Kalsarikänni): The Finnish Path to Relaxation” teaches us how to adapt it easily and pleasantly at home. In the following chapters of the book we learn what kalsarikänni is, what its roots are, how it relates to the use of social media, what kind of musical setting we should prepare for ourselves in order to create a perfect mood. Then the author will tell us what this art looks like in popular culture, and we will also find out which appetisers and snacks are best to make our evening perfect. For the undecided we will also find a chapter about recommended drinks and whether cooking the food will not disturb our rest. If you are wondering whether this lifestyle is not such a bit of self-pity in solitude, you will also find the answer to this question. The author also raises an issue that may make you wonder if this art is not an excuse or a great excuse to drink every day and support a lot by explaining that you are a supporter and follower of kalsarikänni. I can tell you straight away that this is not the case, just like everywhere else and here we have to approach it in moderation. A glass or two of wine, a beer or two drunk from time to time to relax and catch our breath will not hurt anyone, but if it gets out of hand, then it is necessary to go to a specialist and look for the source of the problem. You will also find a chapter on this in this guide.

Summary

Generally speaking, the book was nice and pleasant to read, a lot of things were shown in pictures. However, despite the rather small volume, it was difficult for me to concentrate and read the whole thing from proverbial board to board. I think the subject is so simple to convey, that writing about it until the guide is unnecessary. A good article or report would be enough. On the other hand, I understand the author if something is new and you sell what you wouldn’t earn from it. A greater material benefit will come from your own book than an article published in a newspaper. To sum up, I recommend the guide to look through and throw through, it is written and framed really well and certainly the time spent with reading will be positive, and the art of kalsarikänni implemented in life, is pleasant.

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