How do Dutch become Dutch and why are Dutch kids the happiest in the world?

Dutch are very much known for being straightforward, open, and free, but how does it happen? And what’s the secret behind the world’s happiest kids (according to the Unesco report)?

Today, we chat with Anna Urich, who spent 22 years teaching in Dutch primary schools before becoming a blogger, art historian, and Amsterdam guide. Together, we explore the Dutch education system, parenting values, and how schools foster independence and conflict-resolution skills.