By Rituparna Roy
Deshpande, Team iDiva
A family that eats together stays
together. You must have heard the adage several times, but what is it that
actually keeps a family close! Is it a big house, a fat paycheck or a sense of
trust and understanding that make a family a happy one? Take a look at some
small steps in building a happy family.
Respect
young and old:
Learning to acknowledge and respect all family members helps a family stick
together at all times. It’s no rocket science to honour those who matter the
most to you in this world. Starting today, make it a point to express your love
and gratitude for them in whatever way you can.
Focus
on the positive:
Unhappy people, this one is not for you. We mean stay away from negative
influences and those who thrive on pessimism. How about introducing some
positive energy into the family by laughing more often? Trust us, it
works.
Share
meals:
Today, after you reach home, spare some time to arrange the dining table with
your mom, sister or your mom-in-law! Sharing at least one meal everyday not
only makes the family bond, but also brings it closer. And a happy one does
look forward to come together at the dining table after a long, tiring day.
Communication
is key:
In a happy family, people talk to each other more often. They not only love to
express themselves, but also value each other’s feelings. To be able to find
time to talk and listen is a great way to bond within the family.
Give
your ego some rest:
If you want to build a happy family, then giving your ego some rest is the
right thing to do. There is no room for ego in a family that wants to stay
together. Also, putting yourself before others will not take you anywhere.
Don’t
talk behind each other's backs: If you belong to a big family and
live under the same roof, then disagreements are bound to crop up every now and
then. In such a situation, should you be talking about family members behind
their backs? Absolutely not! Remember conflicts can be sorted out in many ways,
gossiping about them won’t.
Spend
time together:
A family that spends time together after a long day is most likely to smile
more than anyone else. No matter how tired you may be, sparing a couple of
hours to connect with them will only benefit you in the long run.
Love
your spouse:
If you have growing kids, you will realise the importance of setting an example
for them. After all, a loving marriage will bring hope and security to your
children. We believe it also has the power to strengthen family ties.
Compliment
each other:
Bring out the best in your mom, dad, siblings or even your grandparents! In
fact, there’s no hard and fast rule to complimenting your family members. It
can be someone’s effort to plan an occasion or a dish that needs special
mention - it doesn’t take too much to encourage and boost each other's morale.
Bond
with the extended family: It is extremely crucial to care, support and stay
with your extended family. Call an elderly aunt on her birthday, ask an old
uncle for some financial advice or host a party for the senior citizens once in
a while. Remember there is always room for more love and bonding.
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