Why Spending Enjoyable Time Together is so important.

Enjoyable Time Together 1 Minute

Strong families spend immense amounts of time together which leads to opportunities to communicate, nurture relationships, minimizes isolation, loneliness and alienation and provides a family identity. Time is one of the greatest gifts we can give to each other.

Time Together Guidelines*:

  1. Abundant but not Stifling- allows for individualism
  2. Planned but not Mechanical- no goal but to be together
  3. Serendipity- finding good things that were not sought
  4. Quality & Quantity Time Together Includes: Eat Meals; Do House & Yard Chores; Play; Enjoy Religious, Club, School Activities; Special Events; Do Nothing in Particular

* Adapted from Fantastic Families by Dr. Nick & Nancy Stinnett and Joe & Alice Beam

Next: How do you use your time?

Published by Walt Yocius (rhymes with ferocious)

I'm a father, husband and Christian passionate about supporting the development of powerful family connections and promoting a Biblical worldview. I have worked in the Social Services field for over 30 years and been an educator for 6 years. I am a Certified Family Life Educator with the National Council on Family Relations and a Certified Parent Coach.

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