The following is a list of joining ideas for your family. Practice at least one a week and note the difference in your family life.
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Give hugs to each person in your family. |
Draw names and do a random act of service for the person you drew. |
Pick someone outside of your family that you can serve. |
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Sit around the fire tonight and tell stories or share something about your day. |
Share something about yourself that your family might not know. |
Play board games. No screens allowed! |
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Listen to each other without interruption. |
Talk about who your heroes are. What do you admire about them? |
Practice using, “I Feel” statements. |
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Create a family mantra or mission statement. |
Share a spiritual experience that really matters to you. |
Practice active listening, by making eye contact, nodding your head, and asking more questions. |
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Choose one family member that you all will compliment at dinner time. |
What is something that you learned the hard way? |
Practice deep breathing when you are feeling stressed out or reactive. |
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Tell your mom what you appreciate about her. |
Choose a person who gets to pick a fun activity for the family. Rotate this until everyone gets a turn. |
Write a nice card to someone in your family. |
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Tell your dad what you appreciate about him. |
Bring one of your most prized possessions and share with your family what you love about it. |
Share what you love about having siblings. |
