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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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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.

©2017 Jessica Joelle Alexander and Iben Dissing Sandahl (P)2017 Hachette Audio Denmark Parenting & Families Relationships
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I’ve been listening to parenting books for a while now and this is by far the most relatable, achievable and comforting of books I’ve listened to in a while.

All the advice is completely relatable, doesn’t seem unrealistic for busy, over tired parents who want to be better and try new approaches and enjoy parenting even more.

Some points are ones we already have adopted in our home, some are new, and some are just reassuring that we’re on the right path!

A Fantastic Listen and one you don’t want to put down!

Loved it!

The perfect listen & incredibly insightful!

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A must read for all parents. Simple and refreshing to read and very different to the British way of parenting.

Interesting and brilliant

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Having benefited from the practical, sage advice, my parenting improved greatly from the get go, with real results, I was amazed! In addition to parenting counsel, I derived personal development and growth, which was unexpected. I will re-read, as it’s that good. Narrated beautifully in a clear voice that held my attention easily on the subject matter. The book is not complicated and very compelling

Enriching read

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I really enjoyed this book. A whole bunch of factors, some I'd thought of and was great to have confirmed by the Danish, other factors I'd never thought of and was very pleased to be introduced to. Also nice to be done in 3.5hrs.

Very satisfying listen

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This is my first audible. I'm thoroughly surprised how quickly you can go through a single audio book. Loved this book and thoroughly took notes.

New or current parents would learn a lot from thin

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Concise and a pleasure to listen to. The PARENT analogy is something that sticks in your mind and stays with you.

Informative and Easy to Internalise

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This book provides digestible and insightful ideas on how to raise happy, high-functioning children who can develop into happy, high-functioning adults.

Useful parenting advice

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This book is a positive take on the societal norms in Denmark vs America and how it affects the way we raise children. It’s been really helpful in my parenting journey as I’m trying to heal my own trauma and learn more about how I can show up as the best parent possible for my kids.

A great perspective on the way we are raised and how that affects our parenting

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An inspiring listen to become a more empathetic, caring, Conscious parent. Loved listening along and very easily listen along

Inspiring listen

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Changes your perspective of being a parent if you’re from a different culture. Very useful tips. Highly recommend!

Great Parenting Tips from the Danes

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