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This Weeks Family Meeting Is Back In Session!

Let's Take The Edge Off Family Meetings With This Weeks Question

By Danielle Wagner, MacKID Publisher for North Reno, Sparks, Spanish Springs and Fernley September 2, 2024

Why is family time so important?

Maintaining family harmony requires patience, understanding, and love. As we navigate the ups and downs of family life, it's important to remind ourselves of the power of open communication, empathy, and creating moments of togetherness. Understanding each other's differences, offering support during challenging times, and celebrating small victories can strengthen the bonds within your family.

SO let's take a moment to prioritize family quality time in a fun and safe way that can help lead the way to a strong bond, making for a lifetime of open communication and trust!


What is something you like to do on your own and why? Why is this question important? It's good for kids to see both sides of this question, why it's okay for others to want to do something by themselves, or to be okay with being alone. Sometimes Mommy needs to read a book in quiet, or Daddy wants to work on a project without little hands. Teach your kids why it's important to take time to do things they enjoy on their own without feeling guilty and take away the thought that they always need someone to play with. It's okay to like to play by yourself sometimes whether it's with Legos, or coloring or maybe just watching a movie without the need to entertain someone else. Down time is good time. Be proud of what you're good at or like doing and be confident enough to want to do it alone. Sometimes we just need something for ourselves and that's okay.