Family time doesn't have to be stressful...
We had some family visiting over the weekend and for some people that would be a nightmare but I've learnt a couple key things about getting on in families. These are a few "principles" getting on with family...
*Not to expect that you'll think the same way about things despite being connected by blood.
*To take rivalry out of discussions.
*To stop comparing yourselves.
*To remember you don't choose your family the way you do choose your friends so there's bound to be differences.
You can always e-mail me with your family "principle" that helps you get along rather than fall out.
I've just posted on my homepage under "hot off the press" a piece about healing family rifts before Christmas - I hope some of the tips help if there's been problems in your family during the last year.
TODAY’S TIP: Try to imagine the person in your family who rubs you the wrong way as someone you have to get along with - as you would at work. Think about how you'd handle that workmate who annoyed you - you'd probably still be respectful and tactful because it's a work and that helps you get on with this person better.
So try your hardest to apply that to your relation and maybe you'll get a good response back.
Happy Monday and fingers crossed, Pamx