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The Danish Way of Parenting: A Guide to Raising the Happiest Children in the World by Jessica Alexander, Iben Sandahl(January 1, 2015) Paperback Unknown Binding

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Discover the parenting secrets of the happiest people in the worldWhat makes Denmark the happiest country in the world - and how do Danish parents raise happy, confident, succesful kids year after year? This upbeat and practical guide reveals the habits of the happiest families on earth. With illuminating examples and simple yet powerful advice, the authors present six essential principles, which spell out 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 simple yet meaningful way to foster a close bond.A revealing and fresh take on cross-cultural 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.
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    Jessica is a Best selling Author, Journalist, International Speaker, Cultural Researcher and Danish Parenting Expert. "The Danish Way of Parenting: What the Happiest People in the World Know about Raising Confident Capable Kids" has been published in over 28 countries. Her writing has been featured in TIME, Salon, The Atlantic, Huffington Post, NPR, NY Times, The Greater Good Science Center Berkley and many more. She has spoken globally for places like Google, The United Nations, the Scandinavian Cultural Centre and so on. She speaks four languages and currently resides in Europe with her Danish husband and two children. To find out more you can go to jessicajoellealexander.com or thedanishway.com

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    Iben Sandahl is the author of The Danish Way of Parenting: What the Happiest People in the World Know About Raising Confident, Capable Kids and Play The Danish Way: A Guide to Raising Balanced, Resilient and Healthy Children through Play.

    She is a professional parenting expert, narrative psychotherapist MPF, family counselor, teacher and speaker. She has more than 20 years of experienced insight into child psychology and education, which in a most natural way anchor the Danish way of practicing parenthood. For more information about her lectures or new happenings visit her website: www.ibensandahl.com

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Could not put it down. The combination of story, studies, and culture is captivating. This book will make you consider not just how you want to raise your own children but how you were raised as well. Some parts may even start a healing process for yourself in practicing these methods as a sort of reparenting to the child still deep inside and reframing of the world around you.
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Illinikayaker
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous book!
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2019
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I checked this book out of our library so many times that I finally just bought my own copy. :) Thoughtful and insightful, this book has some great messages about going through life for anyone of any age, but giving your children the gift of being able to put life in a "Danish" perspective will certainly serve them well! Since I read this book for the first time a few years ago, I've seen my older kids shift their perspectives and being able to put the techniques into practice from the beginning with my younger kids, it's been amazing to watch them develop patience, tenacity, and empathy. I even find myself a happier person, communicating better, and with a kinder outlook towards the world after taking the messages in this book to heart and I often recommend it to others!

It's a relatively short book as well and well laid out by the authors so it's easy to pick out the key points and refer back to it.
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Anonymous
5.0 out of 5 stars Every parent & grandparent should read this book
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024
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This book is incredibly insightful, inspiring and informative. I love that it’s backed by studies and not just opinions. I’ve read it at-least 5 times and we try to read it as our kid enters into a new stage just as a good refresher. I believe it will help to raise strong, empathetic and kind kids.
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Jessica C.
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Overall, with a couple of reservations
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2015
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This was overall a really good parenting book--easy, quick read, and I loved--LOVED-- the first few chapters on teaching empathy, reframing, play and authenticity and should be read by every human being as a requirement for life, not just for parenting, but for looking at life in a different more positive and an understanding way. But I don't give a 5 star for a couple of reasons.

First, some of the way that she writes is a little bit annoying at times. She keeps reminding the reader that they are the happiest people so everything they do must be right. I remember watching a documentary or something on the fact that Danes are the happiest people in the world, and when several Danes were told that by the interviewer, they responded first with surprise and then said that the reason was probably because they had low expectations. It is nonetheless a good read and this little bit was easy to skim over.

The second reason I cannot give it 5 stars is that the chapter on no ultimatums sort of lost me. I wish I would have skipped it, actually, because it tainted how much I loved the rest of the book. She seems to assume that all children act rationally and can be reasoned with all the time and if you parent them with authority you will eventually resort to what she seems to consider the American thing to do i.e. to parent with "fear" and beat your children or scream at them. Balderdash, all. You can parent with authority and at the same time respect them, not beat your kids or make them fear you.

Ultimately, it is worth the read and I will recommend it to friends. You might like the no ultimatums parenting--it might work for your parenting style and you might have extremely reasonable kids, or if you think it might annoy you and ruin the book for you, tear that chapter out and read a discipline book by Ray Guarendi.
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5.0 out of 5 stars What a beautiful perspective on parenting - breath of fresh air
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2023
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I really enjoyed this book as I feel Americans put way too much pressure on their children. I love how it reviews how 'laid back' the Danish are in raising children in the sense that they allow their children to explore and figure out their own boundaries - I can see how it will build confidence in children. I definitely would recommend this book to friends or new moms!
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francesca caputo
5.0 out of 5 stars Gets right to the point
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2023
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This book was fantastic. I have a 20 month old and have been reading book after book on gentle parenting, mindful parenting, Montessori methods, etc. These books all basically say the same thing but this book in particular gets right to the point with actionable steps you can implement. There’s no fluff in this book, it’s a very quick and enjoyable read. And the way it’s written is easy to understand. I’ve read a lot of books about hygge and raising happy kids but something about this book made all of these concepts so easy to understand and apply immediately. It’s one I’ll ask my husband to read as well. It’s definitely a book I’m going to revisit over the years as my son gets older because it’ll be a good reminder of how to manage my own feelings throughout the different stages of childhood.
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Jenn Dryman
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this read!!
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2024
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Such a great read for new parents
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Jaemi K
5.0 out of 5 stars If you read TWO parenting books, this should be one of them
Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2022
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I stumbled onto this while reading Meik Wiking's "The Little Book of Hygge". I found it very enlightening, and I think if you were only going to read two parenting books, this and Simplicity Parenting would suffice. This book is about the authors' own enlightenment: one as an American married to Dane, realizing the cultural differences; one as a native, realizing her country does have its own way of doing things.

Some of this just hearkens back to my childhood, before cable, internet, and the commercialization of childhood. Some of it probably never occurred to many Americans, because we were raised with other cultural influences.

When I got this , I read it right away, and then immediately read it again. I plan to read it again soon. What I like most is how easy it is to understand. It's two Moms, discussing parenting, education, and children. One happens to be a child psychologist. But it's still just two Moms. Which also makes the insights powerful, as they both experienced the results in their own lives.

Buy it. You won't regret it. Unless you WANT a super-scientific, academic book.
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joyan
3.0 out of 5 stars Very technical, don't expect to learn too much about Danish culture and Danish kids.
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2018
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It's ok, very technical and straightforward with few stories relating to Danish culture. I got this recommendation after reading Bringing Up Bebe which gave so many references and stories about raising kids in France and the French culture that I was expecting it from this book as well. This book is more technical giving a lot of psychological perspectives with very few relatable stories. It's a quick read, some terms are good, but don't get it expecting to learn a lot about Danish culture.
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Lori-Ann
5.0 out of 5 stars I have bought 6 copies of this book so far
Reviewed in Canada on August 16, 2023
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This book is a MUST for today’s parent, understanding your own childhood, or even as a teaching resource. A refreshing take on how our words and actions have a large impact on our child’s future happiness and success. I have gifted this books many times and will continue to pass this book on. Maybe even start a book club!
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marc jd
5.0 out of 5 stars excelente libro
Reviewed in Mexico on May 16, 2023
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muy recomendado! excelente libro
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in Germany on April 11, 2024
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Clear and concise. Well done.
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Emma Holland
5.0 out of 5 stars Just read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 18, 2023
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This book has changed my mindset to life not just parenting. I read it cover to cover in a few nights and normally I take months to get through books! Highly recommend! I’ve also bought for family and friends as I enjoyed it so much! It really made me think!
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Aline Rodrigues
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Book!
Reviewed in Brazil on September 17, 2018
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Easy to read, encompass a great range of tips and examples. It is quite helpful!!!! I truly recommend it. Excellent!
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