The Danish Way

What the happiest people in the world know about raising confident, capable kids.

Iben Sandahl

When Children's Loneliness Turns Into a Fantasy World

If we fill up our children’s 'glass of loneliness,' it doesn't only bring more peace into their lives, it also gives us the satisfaction of feeling like a better parent.

What You Think—and Say—is Crucial for Your Child's Life

Positive thinking must become a habit we practice every day, not merely when it's convenient. Reframing helps kids (and adults) cope with setbacks and look on the bright side.

Let Kids Play Outside

Playing outside, digging for worms, planting vegetables, and essentially coming into contact with plenty of dirt and livestock are actually good things. Not just good — essential.

7 Guidelines for Talking to Your Child About Sexuality

Talking openly to our children about sexuality leads to them learning about the beauty of their own bodies, and to love every part of themselves.

A Call for Connection

Due to the technological age we find ourselves in, it is important to remember what true connection looks like. Meeting with friends connects and commits us on a deeper level.

Overlooking the Fundamentals of the Classroom Experience

If we don’t start to acknowledge the necessity of human connectedness our children will lose sight of the importance of meaningful relationships.

Finding Peace Within–A New Year’s Wish

It's almost like beneath our New Year’s promises there is something written in invisible ink. Other stories—a narrative about not being worth our own weight at all.

Love Isn’t Enough

There are many factors creating turmoil, insecurity, and stress in our children’s lives. One is the many inputs children take in every day.