Home is a A Happy Place to be
Posted: May 13, 2008Have you ever noticed how some families are just fun to be around ?
They always seem to be laughting and havin a good time. Well, that does not happen by accident.
Good parents understand the importance of creating a happy atmosphere in the hime.
Kids should enjoy being around their parents and siblings and there are some very practical ways you can help make that happen.
Beging by learning to laught at yourself when things go wrong. This teaches your kids not to take themselves too serioudly and shows them that everyone gets a chance to try again.
You should also be willing to try new things. Maybe you can explore an ethnic resturant from time to time and order meals that seem fun and different.
Has everyone use their fingers to eat when you do out for Indian food ? Find ways to make mealtimes fun and engaging.
Or the next time you take family walk, tell everyone to try walking backwards. Which child would not have a blast doing that ?
The key is to look for ways to make life happy and fun for your children. Give them a childhood to remember.
Source: Dr Bill Maier
