Raising Children with Trust in Large Families: Encouraging Freedom and Responsibility
Raising children without controlling them is one of the most significant challenges for parents. It requires courage, trust, and the ability to let go – while also conveying clear values and boundaries. The key lies in striking a balance between freedom and responsibility. This article explains how parents can raise their children to become confident […]
The Role of Fathers in Raising Children
Some time ago, I watched a documentary about families in which the father was no longer present. The film showed a teenager who used to climb cranes. When asked by the journalist whether this wasn’t dangerous, he replied: “My father is no longer at home, and my mother doesn’t care what I do.” This film […]
Overprotection of Children – From Helicopter to People-Pleaser: What’s Really Behind It
The Label Jungle Helicopter, lawnmower, submarine, permissive, over-parenting, people-pleaser: It’s hard to find a parenting guide without buzzwords. They sound dramatic – and they create uncertainty. However, behind these six popular labels are not six entirely different worlds but rather a few recurring psychological patterns. Recognising these patterns can help to de-escalate behaviour and make […]