You may not be able to achieve this on a daily basis, but try to work this into your schedule several times a week. This is a good time to talk about something good that happened at school and at work, plans for the next day or for the weekend, and other topics that are important to your family. Healing families have a strong sense of commitment. They actively promote one another's happiness and welfare. They have a strong sense of connectedness with each other.
Members know that they are important, that they belong.
Healing families have a high degree of religious orientation. They hold a common faith and participate in religious activities together. A shared religious core can provide a basis for common values and a sense of purpose in today's family. It can be a major source of strength for families as well as for individuals. It helps to build a strong sense of right and wrong and promotes and emphasizes service to others.