All families are similar, yet each is beautifully unique. Have you ever wondered why that is? It’s our little habits, traditions, shared moments and memories that make us feel one of a kind, amazing and special. That’s why they’re worth remembering and celebrating.
Family treasures
What will help you appreciate your family even more are the little treasures that are hidden in your home. It could be the morning coffee served by your husband. A card painted by your daughter. An emotional conversation with your son at the end of the day. Treasures are around us, we just need to learn to see them. What’s more, these treasures cost nothing and are worth more than many real jewels.
What do we have that’s valuable?
At a time when many things are there for the taking, it’s worth thinking about what we have, what’s the source of our joy and satisfaction and what do we value. Prepare pictures of tangible (e.g. a bicycle, a TV set, a radio) and intangible goods (e.g. family, friends, health) and arrange them in front of the child. Pictures or photos of tangible and intangible goods can be cut out from newspapers or printed from the Internet.
Ask the child to choose the ones they think are valuable. Ask why they picked these and not others. If the child chooses mainly material goods, ask if they think that what’s presented in the other pictures is less valuable. Ask them to imagine if and how they could live without a bicycle or TV. Ask what the benefits of having a family, friends and enjoying good health are. Together, think about what kind of intangible, valuable moments our loved ones give us. How does it influence our life?