Germany, Europe’s economic engine and symbol of post-war stability, is facing a transformation that cuts deep into everyday life. Rising costs, political polarisation, migration challenges, and the strain of the green transition are creating a sense of uncertainty—and even quiet discontent—across the country. br br In this in-depth analysis, we explore how ordinary Germans are navigating this new reality. From the kitchen table to the Bundestag, from Berlin to Bavaria, Germany’s social fabric is being tested by economic pressure, political fragmentation, and cultural shifts. Yet amid all the challenges, there are also signs of resilience, innovation, and hope. br br This video looks beyond the headlines to understand: br br How rising living costs and wage stagnation are changing everyday life br br Why migration and integration remain central to the social debate br br The rise of political extremes and the erosion of public trust br br How the energy transition is transforming both the economy and society br br And most importantly—what an alternative, positive future could look like for Germany and Europe.