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The Danish Way of Parenting

What the Happiest People in the World Know About Raising Confident, Capable Kids

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The Danish Way of Parenting

By: Jessica Joelle Alexander, Iben Dissing Sandahl
Narrated by: Kim Mai Guest
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About this listen

 'Among the most successful parenting resources of all time' iPaper

'A shining alternative to high-stress modern parenting, and families from New Delhi to New York will shout with joy' Heather Shumaker, author of It's OK Not to Share and It's OK to Go Up the Slide

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 guide reveals the six essential principles that have been working for parents in Denmark for decades:

- Play: 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 towards others
- No ultimatums: no power struggles or resentment
- Togetherness: a way to celebrate family time, on special occasions and every day

A revealing and fresh take on parenting advice, The Danish Way of Parenting will help parents from all walks of life raise the happiest, most well-adjusted kids in the world.©2016 Jessica Alexander Anthropology Customs & Traditions Denmark Europe Parenting & Families Relationships Social Sciences Inspiring

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I really liked this audiobook as it wasn't judgemental or patronising and it gave some really good tips for parents or people working with young people. I usually listen to fiction audiobooks so this was a nice change.

A nice, easy read for busy parents

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Interesting insight into a mentally healthier culture and way of life. I liked the succinctness. Makes the key lessons more memorable. A simple recipe that fits in with the calmer easier happier parenting philosophy!

Short but interesting

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would expect to pay less than 1 credit for a3 hour recording
will be trying to implement the strategies

good philosophy to follow but very short

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Great book, short, on the point, valuable, who gives a deeper understanding of how to raise your family 👪

I enjoyed it

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This book was exactly what it says on the tin, it was a very clear listen, concise and incorporated the positive strategies that are out there all in one place. A comforting listen that also made me reflect on my own parenting strategies and how I can implement more positive reactions and add Hygge to our lives. Thank you!

A good listen…

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