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Top Ten Important lessons / Concepts

This list is to help remember the valuable and important lessons learned while learning about family relations. Families are the center part of Gods plan. Learning about families has really changed me. This will be my final blog post. I enjoyed learning and sharing with you what I learn in class and in reading. Here are my top ten list: Communication theories: System theories reveal the unnoticed systems in our routines and interactions. Exchange theory emphasizes reciprocity and what we expect in return. Conflict theory arises when personal desires clash, often due to social inequality or differing moral perspectives. Symbolic interaction theory shows how we imitate behaviors, especially in challenging situations. Boundaries in relationships: Setting boundaries within a marriage is important for protecting the wellbeing, respect, and individuality of both partners. Clear standards, agreements, and limits help maintain a strong, happy, healthy, and balanced marriage. Effective commun

Resources and lessons to adapt to become a great parent.

During our discussion in class, the question of improving parenting practices came up, and it is a topic that resonates with many individuals who are thinking about having children now or in the future. Reflecting on our own childhood and the lessons learned from our parents can be a valuable starting point for personal growth as a parent. Each of us can draw inspiration from the positive aspects of our own parent figures and incorporate those best lessons into our own approach. Furthermore, by studying how other relatives or others handle their own children, we can expand our sources of ideas. There are certainly times in our lives when we see someone's parenting style and consider that approach or strategy. Often our parents might have used it in the same circumstances, but not like that. We can broaden our own parenting resources by learning from these insights and adopting the positive things we've observed. Parental guidance may differ depending on the age of the child. Th

The Impact of Fathers in a Child's Journey.

This week holds special significance for me as I've been learning the topic of becoming a better provider and exploring the profound influence fathers have on their children's lives. Before I embark on this journey, I want to take a moment to reflect on my own father and share my experiences. I invite you to join me in this exploration and hope that we can learn together. As always, please feel free to share your thoughts and questions in the comment section. Let’s get right to it. Many of us believe that we have the best dad in the world, and I am no exception. I believe that to be true because I also happen to have that father-son relationship with my dad. From a young age, I have cherished memories of my dad. It's the little memories like walking me to school, helping me with homework, and helping me prepare for exams that seem to create a bond between us. Over time, our relationship has grown even stronger, and now he is not just my father but also my best friend. I asp