Emotional Intelligence in Everyday Parenting: Why It Eases the Pressure on Working Families

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Between meetings, homework, the parents’ WhatsApp class group, scheduling clashes, and “Who is still going to buy the present for the children’s birthday party?”, daily life may appear organisationally functional while becoming emotionally fragile remarkably quickly. This is precisely where emotional intelligence (EI) becomes a key resource: not as a vague well-being concept, but as […]

Organisation in Large Families: How to Keep Everyday Life Stress-Free

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Life in a large family is an adventure full of love, laughter, and… chaos. With many family members under one roof, daily life is often turbulent, and the challenges range from time management to household organisation to financial decisions. However, with the right strategies and a good dose of calm, even a large family can […]

Parental Skills – A Valuable Asset

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Guest article by Joachim E. Lask, November 2024 Parenting is one of life’s most demanding tasks: patience, organisational talent, and communication skills are just a few of the many abilities that parents develop in the process. However, these skills are not only valuable in the family environment but also highly beneficial in the workplace. The […]

The Modern Role of Men in Society – Focus on Fatherhood

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Today is International Men’s Day. In our book about family (see below), we have delved deeply into the new role of men in general and fathers in particular. As a summary of the book’s findings, we present some ideas for constructive discussion on this topic. Introduction: The Importance of Fatherhood in Today’s Society The role […]

Raising Children with Trust in Large Families: Encouraging Freedom and Responsibility

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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 […]

Christmas 2025: Finding the warmth in the Family

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In the coming days, you will celebrate Christmas in the circle of your family and friends. The number of crises worldwide is increasing, reason enough to reflect on our inner values. Christmas provides an excellent opportunity to do so. Therefore, we wish you reflective days in the comfort of your family and a good start […]