Top 10 Ways to Be Happy at Home

2008 March 17 by: Scott

Do you delegate? Do you allow others in your home to pitch in? Do you share responsibilities with others in your

home? Kids who can walk and talk can do some type of chore or task. Delegating is important. It not only teaches responsibility, it teaches teaming and ownership. Children who participate in family chores also have an opportunity to be successful. Success builds self-esteem!

Do you and your family eat at least one meal a day together? family value research studies indicate that families that eat together (at least one meal per day) have a better success rate in solving bigger family problems owhen they arrive. it’s not the food or the meal that is important; it’s spending time together. Meals are a great excuse to get everyone together at least once per day. Keep the conversation positive. Don’t discuss what wrong, but what’s right, fun or positive. At the end of the meal, everyone should pitch in and do dishes together!

Do you celebrate with your family at home? We find time to celebrate at work, school, with friends and relatives. Why not take the time to celebrate at home? What to celebrate: a “B” on a test, a new friend, no cavities, no homework, no reason…just celebrate. How do you celebrate? Some families rent a movie together or have a game night. Some families go skating and some families make a favorite food. Find time to celebrate the good things in your life at least twice a month!

Do you show love toward one another? Love can be shown toward yourself and other family members by writing notes that includes the word “love.” Give a high five to your teenage son. Make a poster for your daughter with the words, “I love you!” Love does not cost money and it does not take a long time to share. Parents who take time to say, “Thanks!” are also saying “I love you!”

Do you take time to make or see friends? …do it now!

Do you smile? If you don’t smile…do it now!!!