Who is this Patric Brask and why has he written this awesome book?
Well, let me tell you a short story!
Hi, parents!
Ever felt like you’re in a parenting reality show, but without the cameras or the prize money? Yeah, me too. I’m Patric, and I’ve been there. The sleepless nights, the endless “Why?”s, the feeling like you’re constantly losing a game of hide-and-seek with your sanity.
I’m not here to tell you that you’re doing everything wrong. Heck, I’m not even sure I’m doing it right! But I’ve learned a thing or two (even three) along the way, and maybe my experiences can help you avoid a few parenting pitfalls, or at least make them a little less painful.
Let’s start with my origin: I grew up as the youngest of three brothers. As the youngest, I often felt like the “third wheel” in my own family. It wasn’t exactly a walk in the park. So, when I turned 18, I decided to do something my older brothers haven’t done already. I made my way to the U.S. to become a nanny. Because, you know, what could go wrong?
Turns out, being a male nanny in America is like being a left-handed golfer: people think you’re weird, but you’re also kind of fascinating. I ended up with a family that had two kids, of whom one was basically a tiny tornado. It was like his personal mission to make my life a living nightmare. But somehow, I managed to tame the beast. And in aftermath it was not at all that bad. We are still connected.
After a few years, I headed back to Sweden, armed with a newfound confidence and a bunch of hilarious parenting stories. I tried to use my skills as a nanny back home, but Swedish parents were a bit more skeptical of a guy who could make a toddler eat Brussels sprouts.
However, fate had other plans. Upon my return, I was approached by a school that was looking for someone with experience working with children with special needs. They had heard about my time in the U.S. and my ability to connect with even the most challenging kids.
It was a perfect match. I began working with a variety of students, from those with mild learning disabilities to those with more severe conditions. Through my experiences, I learned valuable strategies for creating inclusive and supportive learning environments.
So, what’s the point of all this? Well, it’s simple: parenting is tough. It’s like trying to herd cats while wearing rollerblades and a blindfold. But with a little humor, a lot of patience, and maybe a secret weapon or two (like knowing how to turn a tantrum into a dance party), you can make it through.
Join me on this crazy parenting journey and let’s figure out how to keep our kids alive and our sanity intact.
P.S. If anyone knows how to get a toddler to sleep through the night without resorting to bribery or voodoo, please let me know.