Family pictures give children an important sense of belonging and strong sense of history. Create a cozy place for family discussions. Block off wide open spaces with a well-placed sofa. Move the chest that is always getting hit by the back door when the kids come tramping in from the back yard. Avoid a crisis by keeping things that are breakable, valuable, or dangerous out of reach.
Music often soothes the souls of wild beasts.
Keep some pleasant, cheerful music close to a tape player when tempers begin to flare. Make your home a comfortable, peaceable place that appeals to all the senses. A few plants and some wall paint can work wonders. Start young . From the very beginning let children know that they are expected to treat each other fairly.