Upcoming Events:
Brie teaches an infant massage class every Tuesday morning at Scripps Mende Well Being located in UTC.
Contact her for more information on this overview course.
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Brie also teaches a more comprehensive 4 week course at the
Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center
Contact her to learn when the next program begins.
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The successful family meeting
Da da dum…. The dreaded family meeting is generally one that makes your children want to run for the hills. However, family meetings are often a crucial time to reconnect, plan a big event, or share time discussing conflicts and concerns. They are necessary for a peaceful and connected household.
- Rather than take the traditional approach sitting around a barren table with the interrogation light swaying overheard, create an atmosphere of fun and safety.
- Have a “Make your own pizza night” as you discuss the latest chore list or daily family schedule. The activity of allowing each person to create a pizza just for their liking will help keep the conversation light.
- Go for a hike as your kids get the opportunity to vent their latest frustrations regarding bathroom battles. Exercising while chatting will let out some of that angry energy.
- Grab a ball and play catch with the rule being whoever has the ball gets to talk while all others only listen. This ensures everyone gets to have a voice.
- Stop suddenly for a joke break to break up any tension and allow laughter to enter the board room. Give each person a chance to tell their best funny tale.
- It’s great to have a topic you want to discuss, but try to be avoid being rigid in how the time is spent. Let the conversation flow and the connection of open communication bring your family together.
Family meetings can mean family fun with a little creativity and flexibility.
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