The impact of traditions on family bonds and ideas for new traditions — per research.
Why do they matter?
According to Fiese et al. (2002), Journal of Family Psychology, family rituals:
- Strengthen family identity
- Create emotional stability
- Maintain bonds during transitions (school, puberty, divorce)
- Children with family rituals have better mental health
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- Ideas for traditions
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