Identify family rituals, traditions, and activities that strengthen family relationships.

Identification should include

• defining tradition and ritual
• describing ways traditions and rituals strengthen family relationships.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

• What are examples of traditions and rituals that strengthen families?
• What are the consequences of not having traditions and rituals in a family?
• What are some examples of how traditions and rituals contribute to family unity?
• Which family traditions and rituals would you like to use with your future family?

Communication

• What is the connection between family traditions and holidays?
• Why do many families find holidays stressful and divisive?
• What communication strategies can help reduce stress and prevent conflict among family members during holidays?

Leadership

• How can families use traditions and rituals to foster interdependence and independence among family members?
• What happens when families discontinue or disregard traditions and rituals?

Management

• What resources would be needed to plan and establish a new family tradition or ritual?
• What strategies can be used to make family traditions and rituals more meaningful?