The many crises – war, inflation, migration, COVID-19, climate change – are stressing people out. On the surface, many are retreating into their private shells. The surprising finding: while confidence in society is at an all-time low, trust in the private sphere remains high. In the midst of the crisis, Germans have developed astonishing strategies for coping with change and regaining confidence. Can these personal strategies be transferred to society as a whole?
Stephan Grünewald’s surprising and eye-opening analysis shows that the historical turning point is making us into crisis acrobats – walking a tightrope that involves real risks but also offers great opportunities for both individuals and society.
