Laura Santomauro LMFT
Times today are sometimes trying and can test the strongest family resiliency. Having support around us can go a long way in keeping our children and families safe and in tact. The stronger family ties, communication and safety, the more easily we can overcome crisis and troubled times.
Increase your family’s resiliency by planning just a few activities that focus on positive action and strengthening bonds.
Family Meetings
- Plan a monthly meeting where each family member has the opportunity to discuss what is working well and what they’d like to see work better. This reinforces that every family member is valued and that their input will be taken seriously. Building self-worth in this way will ensure your children to turn towards you when they are in need.
Family Nights
- Plan a weekly or bi-weekly family night where everyone participates in discussion and activity. This draws boundaries around your internal family life, strengthening bonds between each member and separating them from outside culture and influence. This builds safety, family cohesion which in turn increases trust and a sense of belonging.
Family Play
- Develop a routine of family oriented play activities. Turn off the phone, computer and TV and venture outside together. Incorporate intellectual and physically challenging dimensions so that each member is stretched and can rely on the others for support. Acquiring this sense of mastery will strengthen sibling,couple and parental bonds.
To schedule an appointment to outline a plan for your family