As seen in The Wall Street Journal--from free play to cozy together time, discover the parenting secrets of the happiest people in the world
What makes Denmark the happiest country in the world--and how do Danish parents raise happy, confident, successful kids, year after year? This upbeat and practical book presents six essential principles, which spell out P-A-R-E-N-T:
Play is essential for development and well-being. Authenticity fosters trust and an "inner compass." Reframing helps kids cope with setbacks and look on the bright side. Empathy allows us to act with kindness toward others. No ultimatums means no power struggles, lines in the sand, or resentment. Togetherness is a way to celebrate family time, on special occasions and every day. The Danes call this hygge--and it's a fun, cozy way to foster closeness. Preparing meals together, playing favorite games, and sharing other family traditions are all hygge. (Cell phones, bickering, and complaining are not!)
With illuminating examples and simple yet powerful advice, The Danish Way of Parenting will help parents from all walks of life raise the happiest, most well-adjusted kids in the world.
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The Danish Way of Parenting: What the Happiest People in the World Know About Raising Confident, Capable Kids
"Easy to read and understand. I like that it gets to the point and gives specifics rather than a lot of theory and research. Yet, the information is based on research so I feel confident in the information"
— Aurorafields (5/5)
Everyone MUST read this book!
"This book is not only expecting parents but also for everyone! We will get to learn and know so much about people and also help shape up the next generation to be more resilient and strong powerful happy individuals! Must read for all!"
— Hiral91 (5/5)
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"Very interesting book! Loved reading about their parenting ways and as a first time parent, I found it very helpful! Very easy to read, definitely recommend!"
— Katherine (5/5)
Fantastic Read.
"Loved the practical tips and different view on raising kids compared to western culture."
— Emily (5/5)
Great Book!
"I really enjoyed this book. Lots of great tips for families."
— Gina (4/5)
My favourite parenting book
"They give such good tips on how to raise children with empathy, happiness and confidence which is very important for us. I purchased it in the kobo edition but loved it so much I'm purchasing the paper copy. A must for parents who don't want their children to act like uneducated brats!"
— Jenny (5/5)
A ""feel good about parenting"" book
"I really enjoyed reading this book! In a time when parents are pressured to be multifaceted and always perfect, this book is a breath of fresh air. It helps to reassure parents that what matters most about parenting is to love, to nurture and to (let) play. It is a very easy and pleasuring reading. I recommend it to all the parents that are looking for guidelines to think about more than recipes. I recommend it to all the parents that want their kids to live in a more empathetic, resilient and happy world."
— Marta (5/5)
Lots of good ideas
"Written in a clear, approahable way, this book gives lots of ideas how to raise happy, resilient kids."
— Angie (4/5)
Wonderful
"So much great information, we all need to follow this model in North America"
— Nicholas (5/5)
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Published date: Aug 09, 2016
Language: English
No. of Pages: 208
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
ISBN: 9780143111719
Dimensions:
5.47" W x
0.56" L x
8.23" H
“An emotionally smart, gem of a book. The Danish Way offers a shining alternative to high-stress modern parenting, and families from New Delhi to New York will shout with joy. Forget the pursuit of happiness, this book gets to the authentic roots of family happiness. I guess I'm Danish.” --Heather Shumaker, author of It's OK Not to Share and It's OK to Go Up the Slide
"Everyone around the globe can gain something from the valuable wisdom found in this book. Concepts such as reframing and hygge prove useful to families from all cultures. It's wonderful to see that Danish parenting has so much in common with Positive Parenting! I highly recommend this book!" --Rebecca Eanes, author of Positive Parenting: An Essential Guide
"With a profound understanding of the positive impact that empathy and connectedness bring to parenting, The Danish Way empowers parents across the globe to check their own default settings and consider the whole child. Their take on the importance of free play is a breath of fresh air in a time when young children are over-scheduled and under stress. Highly recommended for parents everywhere." --Katie Hurley, LCSW, author of The Happy Kid Handbook "Having studied the the reasons behind the Danish happiness model for years. I found this book to be a clear-sighted, very useful and smart guide on how to improve your own happiness level as a parent and how to foster happier children the Danish way. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to give themselves and/or their children the best chances of a happy life." --Malene Rydahl, keynote speaker and Goodwill ambassador of Copenhagen
“I believe in free play. I read this amazing parenting book called The Danish Way of Parenting, which talks so much about free play and how it really develops their mind." --Kristen Bell, on Parents.com
Jessica Alexander is an American columnist and mom living in Europe, with her Danish husband and kids.
Iben Dissing Sandahl is a licensed psychotherapist and family counselor working for many years in her private practice outside Copenhagen, Denmark. Learn more at: thedanishway.com.
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