But a family must also be able to adapt to new needs and circumstances. There are a number of common changes most families face. Children get older. Adults switch jobs or retire. Families are reshaped by birth, adoption, marriage, divorce, sickness, and death.
Families move to different communities.
Family relationships are most likely to remain healthy and strong if family members adapt to these changes. Summary Spend some time together identifying your family's strengths. Then celebrate them. From that foundation of existing strengths, choose additional strengths that you can add to your family. Become involved in activities that will help your family build those strengths.