Vom symbolischen Spiel mit der Angst oder: Wie Märchen spielerisch Abwehrkräfte stärken
About the Symbolic Play with Fear, or: How ‘Märchen’ Help to Build Up Resilience

Author(s): Sabine Lutkat
Subject(s): Theoretical Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Studies of Literature, German Literature, Philology, Theory of Literature
Published by: Wydawnictwa Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego
Keywords: ‘Märchen’; symbolisation; thrill; children’s games; courage
Summary/Abstract: ‘Märchen’ symbolise our dreams and desires, our fears and nightmares. Traditional ‘Kindermärchen’ with the motifs of devouring and being devoured have a striking similarity with early children’s games. The experience of going through a playful fright in these games or through traditional stories works because the frame is safe and secure. The thrill of experiencing fear in a secure environment accompanies the child’s development and helps to build up resilience and emotional resources.

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