There is no closer bond than family! A strong family unit creates a safe, positive and supportive place for all members to thrive. The family unit can include a relationship between another person or people we feel close attachment. To many, family isn’t necessarily their birth unit of people, it can expand to others who are very special in their life. It can consist of a supportive and caring group of friends or anyone they care about and trust. A family is a bond with people who enable us to grow and flourish together and have a mutual respect and support.
A family comprises of people with open hearts and a willingness to accept you for who you truly are. They help bring you back to your values and assist in positive life decisions and goals. They can be there to laugh with, to share challenges and rewards of life with.
Family doesn’t always need to be nearby. The closeness in a bond is never determined by distance or time. Wherever we are in life, family is there in our heart and soul. Frequent gatherings develop into mutual support and occasional visits enrich lives with gratitude. All moments are cherished and not dependent upon how often those special moments are created.
Family means having someone to love you unconditionally in spite of your shortcomings. Family is loving and supporting one another even when it’s not easy to do so. It’s being the best person you can be so that you may be there and inspire your loved ones.
Family has the ability to work closely through problems and have greater flexibility and communication. They have the strength to be there for each other in times of trouble or need and also know when to let us have our own space.
There is a very strong sense of peace and belonging in the family unit as everyone fills their own important role. The freedom to express themselves and contribute to the success of the household in a positive way can be very fulfilling to every member. To know that you are never alone is a very positive thing!
By this sense of belonging, it can be very beneficial to our sense of well-being and feeling of acceptance in the world. Our family unit helps develop us into who we are as people and in how we treat those around us. Respect, encouragement, support and pride are huge family contributions to our life. To know that they will be there for you and you for them, under any circumstances, is of the hugest value to us all.
Family represents the foundation of self and a unity of acceptance, unconditional sacrifices, joy, support and love that is built on a continuum of resilience and hope. It goes beyond blood lines as it is not just a birth right but a choice, a discipline of kindness that helps us thrive as individuals and within the world. Family is the foundation for individual and community health and well-being.
Enjoy and love your family and be understanding and appreciative of the wonderful people they are! For, they are ours and you are theirs, “for life”! What a truly amazing lifelong gift!
