Make Every Day a “Family Day”
Created By RISC | 3 years ago
Last modified date : 2 years ago
"Family Day" is a time when we think about our families and homes. We might also go back to our hometowns to see our families during Songkran. It’s an occasion for everyone to spend time together and show their gratitude to their parents and grandparents.
Our families are the first social group that gives us ideas and values. Our families shape us and our relationships and attitudes. They’re places where we can be happy and safe.
Why don't we make every day a "Family Day" to honor where we build and share happiness?
A survey by the National Statistical Office under the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society found that Thais now spent only 2.9 hours a day caring for family members. Work is more pressing. There’s no time to observe those around us. But by simply finding quality time for our families we can help relationships grow and thrive.
Quality time can be created by spending time together or making physical contact to express care and love. If you’re a father or mother, simply dedicate 30 minutes before your child goes to bed to activities together. Let’s spend time to build relationships in which everyone in the family feels like they are a part of each other and have value.
A study by Virginia Satir, a family psychologist, found that people require 4 hugs to survive, 8 to live, and 12 to grow physically and mentally. Hugs are a powerful tool for supporting our loved ones by keeping them warm, reducing stress, and pain.
Every day can be "Family Day" simply by planning quality activities and hugging each other. Everyone in the house will have a good time with their family, which shouldn’t be limited to special occasions.
Story by Dr. Jittapat Choruengwiwat, Senior Vice President, RISC
References:
The National Statistical Office Thailand, Ministry of Digital Economy and Society
https://www.thailandplus.tv/archives/41919
Loeschen, S. (1998). Systematic training in the skills of Virginia Satir. Boston, MA: Brooks Cole.