As is so often the case in life, the gap between desire and reality is significant when it comes to volunteering. Two-thirds of Germans would like to volunteer, but in reality, less than a third are regularly involved. In this episode, you'll learn not only the reasons for and against volunteering, but also what concrete steps can be taken to ensure the future viability of volunteering.
If people were free to choose whether they wanted to live in the past or the future, two thirds would opt for the past. Compared to the past, the desire to live in the past is even increasing. The younger generation of under 35-year-olds is somewhat more optimistic, although the majority of this age group (56%) would also opt for the past.
Was everything better in the old days? Or was it? The majority of Germans would prefer to live in the past if they had the choice. And after the age of 35, they also tend to stop making plans for the future. In this episode, you'll learn not only why it's worth choosing the future – because things certainly weren't better in the past – but also why it's so important to dream and plan throughout your life.
The European Parliament elections will be held on June 9th. But how important is this for Germany? How European do Germans feel, and how do they assess the future of Europe? Will we grow closer together, or drift further apart? In this episode, find out how a European identity can develop and what significance this has for our future.
The values of tolerance, politeness and honesty are fundamental pillars of social interaction and shape behaviour in society. A large majority therefore take it for granted to listen to others, to respect other ways of life or to express their own opinion in the event of differences of opinion. Honesty, on the other hand, especially in relation to the tax office, is not taken for granted by quite as many.
The values of tolerance, politeness and honesty are fundamental pillars of social interaction and shape behaviour in society. A large majority therefore take it for granted to listen to others, to respect other ways of life or to express their own opinion in the event of differences of opinion. Honesty, on the other hand, especially in relation to the tax office, is not taken for granted by quite as many.
Good manners and appropriate etiquette govern our interactions. But values and norms change over the years. What will be the unwritten rules in 2024? Will it still be acceptable to go out without your partner? Is a handshake always the standard greeting, and is it essential to be open to other opinions? In this episode, find out what is currently considered good manners and what behavior most Germans believe should be taken for granted.
Finally, it's vacation time, but the holiday budget is tight. This is a situation increasingly common in Germany. However, very few want to spend their precious vacation weeks at home. Therefore, some travelers need or want to save money, and the potential for budget travel is correspondingly high. In this episode, we'll learn how and where Germans are cutting back to still enjoy a relaxing vacation, and where the travel market as a whole is headed in the future.
Summer is travel season. Many people want to escape the daily grind in the coming weeks, discover new countries, relax physically, and refresh their minds. But what is a natural part of the year for many presents others with significant financial challenges. Germans spend an average of just over €1,500 per person on their main vacation, which translates to more than €6,000 for a family of four.
Germans primarily associate enjoyment with indulgences, vacations, and the opportunity to spend time with themselves and others. For almost everyone, good food is a pleasure. But sweets, coffee, meat, tea, and alcohol are also appreciated by a majority. Besides these "classic" indulgences, vacations are also a source of enjoyment and are considered one of life's special pleasures by almost nine out of ten Germans.
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