Jeremy Pryor, Family Teams coach, discusses practical ways to improve families by creating multigenerational teams, exploring topics such as God's vision for the family, the importance of Sabbath and family rhythm, changing family definitions, setting boundaries with technology for kids, and redefining family and building assets.
Creating a family mission statement and establishing family values provides a clear sense of identity and purpose, guiding decision-making.
Crafting a family rhythm prioritizes family time and activities, creating structure, routine, and togetherness.
Deep dives
Creating a Family Vision
Creating a family mission statement and establishing family values or pillars can provide a clear sense of identity and purpose for the family. This gives the family a shared direction and helps guide decision-making.
Building a Family Rhythm
Crafting a family rhythm helps prioritize family time and activities. Designating specific days or evenings for family activities and rituals allows for intentional bonding and connection. This rhythm provides structure and consistency, creating a sense of routine and togetherness.
Embracing Rest and Sabbath
Practicing Sabbath as a family helps establish boundaries around technology and other activities. Setting aside a dedicated day for rest, reflection, and quality time with family creates space for recharging and deepening family relationships.
Navigating Technology and Boundaries
When it comes to technology, families can have a measured approach. Approving one app at a time and gradually introducing social media, focusing on building creativity and content creation rather than excessive consumption. Developing open conversations and negotiating boundaries with children can help navigate the challenges of technology use.
Now that we understand the issues with raising children and creating a family in a hyper-individualistic culture, Eric Huffman and Family Teams coach Jeremy Pryor focus on the practical ways we can improve our families by creating multigenerational teams on a mission in part two of their 2022 conversation.