FAMILY VALUES
Documenting your family values serves as a powerful tool to clearly convey their significance to your loved ones. Moreover, it empowers family members, instilling feelings of strength, control, and pride. It fosters a sense of love, unity, and empathy towards others. "Recording family values can heighten pain resistance, bolster self-discipline, and diminish counterproductive contemplation following stressful events," asserts Kelly McGonigal, a renowned psychologist from Stanford. While external influences are inevitable, remaining steadfast in your principles and making choices that resonate with your values are essential for authentic development and well-being.
How to create your own family values!
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Schedule a time that suits everyone in your family.
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Choose a cozy space that accommodates all family members or opt for a refreshing outdoor setting!
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Set aside 30 minutes for this meaningful family gathering.
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Prepare by printing out the Family Values Worksheet along with a list of possible family values.
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Encourage each family member to take turns sharing their most cherished family values.
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Decide together which values hold the deepest significance for you all.
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Remember, the list is just a starting point! Embrace the unique and creative values that emerge from your family's discussion, as these insights can be incredibly enriching.
