Today, with all the personal electronic devices, it is so easy for families to disperse into their own cyberspace and completely lose touch with reality. It can certainly be a challenge to find ‘real time’ true family interface and that is why I suggest setting aside at least one day a week as “family day“. […]
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Why A Family Meeting Agenda Is Essential [Template Included]
A weekly family meeting is a great way to keep your family bonded. You can discuss family rules, upcoming events, and share information that everyone needs to know. However, unless you have a family meeting agenda, everyone may be off-topic and not paying attention, making it a big waste of time. That is why I have […]
How Behavior Support Strategies Transform Family Dynamics
Family life isn’t always smooth sailing. Some days feel like a whirlwind of frustration, miscommunication, and emotional overload, especially when challenging behaviors start to feel like battles. And it’s not just you. In 2023, nearly one in three parents rated their daily stress at the highest levels, compared to only 20% of adults without children. […]
How To Deal With Family Betrayal
If you’ve ever felt betrayed by a family member, you’re not alone. In fact, most people, at some point in their life, feel betrayed by family, friends, a romantic relationship, or even a business relationship. When family betrays you, it may feel particularly painful as these are supposed to be the people we can trust […]
About Family Counseling Services [Types And Benefits]
I absolutely believe in families as the building blocks of society. I also believe that our happiness in our family is probably one of the most important factors in determining our overall happiness and even our mental health. It comes as no surprise then that I support useful tools like family counseling services. These mental […]
Lots of Awesome Family Fun Night Ideas
Family nights are an excellent way to stay connected with your family, no matter what ages and stages of life. This connection is increasingly important in today’s world where potential distractions from family are becoming ever louder. It is important for families to invest quality time each week if they really want to forge meaningful, […]
Celebrate National Day of Unplugging With Your Family
I was just telling my kids the other day that when I was a kid, no one had cell phones and not everyone had computers. It is hard to believe that, in a world that is now so dependent on devices. That is why it is a great idea to celebrate National Day of Unplugging […]