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How to Raise a Viking
- The Secrets of Parenting the World’s Happiest Children
- Narrated by: Helen Russell
- Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins
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Summary
'Helen has a way to take big ideas and convey them with warmth and wisdom' Dr Rangan Chatterjee
'Enlightening and entertaining’ Helen Thorn
'Ditch all the other parenting books' Matt Rudd
'Witty and informative' Meik Wiking
After a decade of living in Denmark and raising a family there, Helen Russell noticed that Nordic children are different. They eat differently. They learn differently. They run, jump and climb out in nature for hours a day, even though the weather is terrible and it's dark October to March. And then they grow up to be some of the happiest adults on the planet. Her question was: how?
In How to Raise a Viking, Russell takes a deep dive into the parenting culture of Denmark and the other Nordic nations, from parental leave policies to school structure, screen time, and the surprising customs that lead to happy, well-adjusted humans. This fascinating peek behind the cultural curtain allows readers a glimpse of another world, where babies sleep outside in their prams up to -20°C and pre-schoolers wield axes.
Refreshingly funny and unfailingly optimistic about the new generation of humans growing up in the world right now, this is a heart-warming love letter to Russell’s adopted homeland and proof that we could all use a bit more Viking in our lives.
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- Anonymous User
- 20-02-24
Not just for parents, but for everyone.
Another grate book about new perspectives on modern life. The perspective from a non-Dane, giving an outsiders view on nordic living and rearing children -and mor importantly why it works is inspired and inspiring.
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- goodhiver
- 03-09-24
Very enjoyable even if it isn't strictly a parenting book
This was a joy to listen to. Funny and interesting. It is primarily a culture book with parenting anecdotes. Still more useful than the vast majority of parenting books. I will definitely listen to more books by Helen Russell.
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- Anonymous User
- 21-03-24
Entertaining and informative
Helen Russell is very charming and full of fun. There are lessons to be learnt. Overload of figures at times.
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- Anonymous User
- 05-04-24
Awesome info and fabulous listening
Loved it all, funny, informative and takes you on a fabulous journey of childhood and life in Denmark - highly recommend.
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- Anonymous User
- 29-04-24
Enjoyed every second of listening
It’s a fantastic book to remember own childhood and get positive vibes for raising own children. It gives you extra motivation and inspiration to enjoy the process.
Absolutely loved it
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- Daria Loginova
- 30-06-24
Danish way
Another brilliant book form Helen Russell. I did listen to year of living Danishly and this back to back and got a filling like a I know now the danish was. Funny interesting and great all around really.
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- Botazhan
- 21-08-24
I hope she never stops writing!
Humorous, informative, easy to listen. A great follow up to a year of living Danishly
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- reddfish
- 04-03-24
Thought provoking and positive.
Positive and practical but also hilarious in parts. Really made me hopeful and aspirational for a new way of parenting and a new society
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- Rachel
- 03-03-24
Loved it. Here’s to living like a Viking!
Such an easy listen, with many encouraging traditions and mindsets that I hope our family will enjoy.
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- Amazon Customer
- 19-08-24
I wish I had known this when I was raising my kids..
Anyone bringing up children should read this book, I’m getting this book from my children to read …
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