TAKE A BREAK
Making time to have fun with your family in life’s hustle and bustle is essential to feel connected, even when times get tough. If you have divorced or don’t live with all your family members, it’s even more important to make plans to spend quality time together. From gardening with the kids to creative crafting with the grandparents, prepare for a month filled with joyful, engaging activities that are easy ways to bond with your family this summer. GO OUTSIDE Spending time outdoors is linked with mental health benefits, especially for children who may be going through a challenging experience like divorce. You can all hike together in a park or national forest in your area or take a stroll around your neighborhood. As you spend time in nature, use this as an opportunity to observe plants and animals. When you are outside and away from home distractions, it’s a great chance to have meaningful conversations. GET CREATIVE Creative activities like painting, sewing, building things, or scrapbooking are wonderful ways for children and adults to express themselves or solve problems. Make an arts and crafts day where you all create artwork to hang around the house. Make pieces for your home, and you can send gifts to extended family. If you are co-parenting, make sure art goes to that home, too. Not only is this a way to express feelings that may be hard to put into words, but it also is a sweet way to connect with family members who may be far away. COOK TOGETHER Cooking is a beneficial skill for young people to learn and is a lot of fun. Kids of all ages can participate in meal preparation, and throughout the process, you can teach them about food and where it comes from. Have them choose their favorite dish or assign them different cooking chores. A skillset like this can give kids confidence and a way to help out in their households. No matter what stage of life, finding joy with your children can be a powerful way to strengthen your bond and create lasting memories. From simple walks to art sessions, these moments of connection can foster love, laughter, and resilience and even build a foundation for navigating challenging times. RECONNECT AND RECHARGE Fun Family Activities Amidst Life’s Chaos
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the children into disagreements between you. When arguments or setbacks occur for your little ones, try to reframe them as opportunities to learn and improve. Celebrate your child’s hard work and the little victories along the way. While it’s important to recognize that unpleasant feelings like sadness or fear are normal, focus on finding the beauty and good in life. This Purposeful Parenting Month, let’s embrace these principles to create a nurturing and positive environment for our kids. Together, we can build a foundation that supports and uplifts our children, no matter the circumstances.
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