Keys to Effective Family Meetings

"Send Ben a text"Why Do Family Meetings?Increased communicationPlan ActivitiesAddress ProblemsGive Family Members a VoiceModel/Teach Leadership and Communication SkillsGet people on the same teamCommon MistakesNot respecting the opinions, thoughts, views, and values of others,Trying to change others.Lecturing/ArguingNot having a clear purposeGiving away your powerRecommended ComponentsClear Purpose and IntentionTackle just one topicCome to the meeting with an idea of where you want the meeting to go.Invite All To Participate/Have a Voice/VoteEveryone is invited to share and be heard.Everyone gets to vote.Value Driven/Respect/Understand other's Values Might Be DifferentUnderstand what your values areSeek to understand what your teen's values are.Reinforce values.Critical ConceptsWe like to reinforce concepts like:FairnessConcernedEffectiveEnjoyable/FunAdvantages and DisadvantagesExplore as a family what possible advantages and disadvantages are.Define the pros and cons.Positive and Negative ConsequencesWhat might some positive consequences be?What might some negative consequences be?How can you reinforce the outcome with positive and negative consequences.Keep it Simple and ShortKeep these meetings between 15 to 20 minutes. You know your family best, end before people lose attention.Reward People for ParticipatingWe like to do a desert or an activity to help motivate our family to participate.Make it fun and rewarding.Practice at the Top and the Bottom of the WheelBe willing to practice this many times.Do family meetings about fun topics to build the habit before tackling tough topics.Join our Family!Human beings are herd animals. We are unintentional about most of the herds we are a part of.You have the opportunity to intentionally join a herd of like-minded parents who want to grow! You can be part of a herd that will help grow and develop.Want to join the Firmly Founded Parent?Join now while the doors are open. They close again on June 5th.https://www.firmlyfounded.com/parentWant to join the Firmly Founded Teen?Join now while the doors are open.https://www.firmlyfounded.com/teenAre You Caught in the Parent Trap?Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you stuck—and how to break free.Take this quick (and eye-opening) quiz to uncover which common parenting trap you’re falling into with your teen. Get a personalized roadmap to help you parent with more clarity, confidence, and connection—starting today.https://benpughcoaching.com/parent-trap-quiz