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We all long for closeness. It’s a basic human need. We want to belong to a group and believe that we are a special, important, and an integral part of that group. The warm connections we create with other people make us feel good about ourselves, help pull us through hard times and give meaning to our lives. These social support systems are like vitamins for our soul. They give us strength, they help us heal, and they build immunity against outside forces that can hurt us. These family connections also guide our behavior and choices in life because they provide a safe, comfortable, and predictable structure within which to live. When we’re part of something larger than ourselves, whether it’s a family, a school, a religious congregation, or a neighborhood community, we’re better able to satisfy our basic human needs and to live healthier, happier lives.
“Spend a Day with Us” Video – Set aside one day a year (preferably during the summer) that is dedicated to capturing “A Day in the Life of Our Family.” Film everyone in the family going about their daily business, and send a copy to loved ones far away. Older children can act as reporters and ask little actors what they are doing and what’s new in their lives. A loving “Hello Grandma, we miss you” is an added plus for the intended recipient, of course. Do this every 4th of July or Labor Day and start a cherished Family Tradition.