They are the common human wisdom. They are told to us as children and we learn about the world. We tell them as adults and we learn even more about the world.
Fairy tales are the wondrous way that people have decided to pass on to posterity what they have learned, what they have deemed important.
Woven into fairy tales are traditions, warnings of dangers, the pursuit of the good, moral values and a desire for a settled and peaceful life - the kind of life we want now.
This is what fairy tales have taught us about the slow way of life, the Slow Life, that we now miss so much. Is it because we seem to have stopped telling so many fairy tales?
Pippi Longstocking - take your time growing up
Remember what Pippi used to say about growing up? That they had calluses and paid income tax. Her mischief is nothing but a desire to be free for as long as possible, to do what she feels like doing inside and not what society imposes on her and to be happy in her own way.
Beauty and the beast - give everyone a chance to reveal themselves
In a world where we judge people solely on their looks and their ability to look good in pictures, it's good to be reminded often of the tale of Beauty and the Beast.
In it, after initial fear and disgust, she manages to see the good side of the ugly monster. She falls in love with him for his soul and he becomes a true prince.
Isn't it the same with every person we meet - when they receive love, even the harshest characters soften.
You just have to give them a chance.
Winnie the Pooh - it's always more fun with friends
All over the forest, Winnie the Pooh's friends are ready to help him. Everyone according to their abilities - with honey, balloon or to read his sign. And he finds lost tails and searches for the East Pole.
And so it is in life - when you have loyal friends by your side, to whom you devote your time and attention, you cannot be bored.
The cake of life - it's best when you make it yourself
When you knead your own bread, when you wait for it to rise, bake and finally cool, you truly enjoy your food.
The taste is not just in the eating, but in the pleasure of making the food. And while you wait for the time to slowly run out, you can be with your loved ones and tell stories.