Family traditions are things that families do together on a regular basis. 36 They can be repeated daily, weekly, monthly or once a year. It is important for families to observe their traditions even as their children get older. Here are reasons to observe families traditions:
Family traditions create good feelings and special moments to remember. They are fun things to do. 37 These are the memories that will last a lifetime.
38 Being a part of a family is more than living in the same home or having the same last name. It is about relationships and family bonds. Since family traditions are something you do together, they strengthen the bonds you have between each other creating a stronger sense of belonging to the family.
Family traditions help teens a lot when they are trying to figure out who they are, which job teenagers often do. A family encourages a teen to be a part of it and its traditions provide a strong foundation for teens to stand on. 39
40 Every day teens face some very difficult issues. Knowing that they are secure and have a family to turn to is a powerful tool to use against negative peer pressure, drug use influences, etc.
A. Family traditions offer teens a sense of security.
B. Family traditions help parents inform their children of the family’s values.
C. It’s very important when they’re searching for and defining their sense of self.
D. Family traditions give every member of the family a strong sense of belonging.
E. Enjoying them together as a family will create positive emotions in each member.
F. Old family traditions are important but easily forgotten in today’s society.
G. These things can be enjoyable activities or a certain food that a family likes.