33 Sentences for a Happy Childhood

  • Educational principles that are concise and practical


  • The ideal gift for parents, grandparents and anyone who wants to create a happy childhood


  • The essence of a happy childhood


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Sometimes, a single sentence can bring a lifetime of happiness.

Parents want to get everything right when it comes to raising their children, but they often feel overwhelmed by the stress of everyday life. What they need most right now isn't more advice, but genuine relief. This is exactly what psychologist Elke Schicke offers: completely free of dense theory, she uses 33 concise key sentences to show what truly matters for a happy childhood.

Sentences like:

"I love you. Always."

"You are not responsible for my feelings!"

"This is my path ... What is yours?"

Even just reading them, you can feel the immediate impact of these words. Far from shallow, calendar-style platitudes, Schicke clearly explains the underlying mindset behind each phrase. They act as door-openers for trust, transform insecurity into calm reassurance, and build a strong bridge even in moments of conflict. In this way, complex values like unconditional love suddenly become tangible in family life.

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  • Publisher: FISCHER
  • Release: 26.08.2026
  • ISBN: 978-3-7587-0064-4
  • 224 Pages
  • Author: Elke Schicke
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Elke Schicke

Die Dipl.-Psychologin und systemische Therapeutin Elke Schicke gehört schon seit Jahren zum Team des Podcasts ELTERNgespräch. Mit ihrer freundlichen Gradlinigkeit, ihrem herzlichen Humor und ihrem reichen Fachwissen hat sie die Herzen der Zuhörer*innen im Sturm erobert. Wenn sie nicht gerade vor dem Mikrofon sitzt, arbeitet Elke Schicke als systemische Team- und Organisationsentwicklerin, Coach und Supervisorin mit eigener Praxis in Hamburg.