The Danish Way of Parenting: Book Recommendation

I recently read The Danish Way of Parenting and really enjoyed it! Have you read it? (I know I am three years behind the times. This blog is never at the forefront of trends!)

Denmark is routinely at the top of Happiest Countries in the World lists. This book explores the prevalent Danish parenting style and how it helps grow happy adults.

Even the way I approached the book highlighted my own American-ness. I wanted “tips and tricks” for how to be a better parent. Instead, the overarching message was more like: “Your children internalize your way of being in the world. If you want children who are relaxed, content, and connected, then you need to be all of those things.”

Several times while reading the book I felt like, “Well, my children are screwed.” I’m high-strung. Impatient. Unrelenting.

But it was also a reiteration of the path I am already on. I have a lot of healing to do. My past trauma is directly linked to the negative parts of my personality. As I heal myself, I will embody more of the qualities I want my children to internalize. There’s still time.

If you are interested in reading a summary of the 7 parenting principles, you can find them here. But I definitely think the book shares anecdotes and ideas that are more interesting than the principles themselves. In conclusion, The Danish Way of Parenting is a quick and easy read. I definitely recommend it!

What parenting books have you found helpful lately?