I am committed to doing what I can to support a strong family unit. Throughout my life I've been grateful to have good family support and camaraderie, and I want that to continue. What do I need to do?
The dance of dependence versus independence
In every family the dance of dependence versus independence exists. While family members grow they find their individual paths, and as they find those paths, they do the dance of what belongs to their life alone and what belongs to their collective family life. As a mom, I have to respect that dependence vs independence quandry my children face as they create their own lives. I also have to respect this dance when it comes to my siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, and parents.
Help
As family members, we all need help from time to time, and a good family focuses on helping one another. What can we do for each other so that everyone can live their best possible lives? This is a main focus of family life.
Joy
How can we celebrate each other's big events and accomplishments? And, how can we build joy into our camaraderie and care for one another.
Responsibility and respect
When we are responsible and respectful, we represent and support our families well. Irresponsibility and disrespect not only take you down, but takes your whole family down. In a sense, we represent our entire families with the actions we choose, the words we say, and attitudes we display.
To build and contribute to a strong and loving family is a great strength for your life, a strength worth investing in.