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In
today's busy world, it's easy to forget what matters most. Being part
of a healthy, loving family is one of the best gifts we can give our
children and creating it is much easier than most people think. Three
easy steps are all it takes to get started.
Step One: Create an open line of communication. Allowing your children
to speak openly and freely about their concerns and troubles is a
sure-fire way to increase your family's closeness. Maintain honesty and
you will find that problems get solved more quickly and easily.
Instilling open communication in your children will also help them in
all aspects of their lives later on. Listen with an open heart and a
willing spirit. Don't judge the thoughts and feelings of other family
members. Rather, try to understand where they are coming from and
figure out solutions to ease their problems.
Step Two: Spend quality time together each week. Many parents work
full-time jobs and it's difficult to fit in time for relaxation and
leisure. This is not impossible to do and it's very important that you
make time for your family. Take turns among members of the family
deciding what to do together. Try to pick activities that encourage
talking and interaction. For instance, bowling will enhance relations
better than silently watching a movie in a theater. Try to keep the
activity lighthearted and fun. Laughter bonds better than anything and
its affects will ripple throughout your life for days.
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Step Three: Set up a list of chores. This doesn't sound like it will
bring a family closer, but one would be amazed to see what it can do.
Having a clearly defined list of responsibilities for each member of
the family will ease frustration and resentment among family members.
It will also encourage family members to get involved with household
responsibilities and teach them that teamwork is important. Be sure to
put the list up in a place that everyone will see easily and make a
point of congratulating people when they do something well.
There are many ways to gain closeness within your family. These three
steps are designed to give you a head start and help you create the
family life you have always dreamed of. Initiate conversation with your
family and seek out their ideas and suggestions for gaining a closer
relationship. Above all, be open and willing to listen and work
together. It won't always be easy, but it will always be worth it.
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