If you put a bike helmet or a seatbelt on your kids to protect their bodies from harm...what's the equivalent for their minds and emotions? I submit that it's a strong family identity and family culture, built through traditions. Today we'll talk about:1. How traditions create a family identity2. How having a strong family identity grounds children and increases emotional well-being3. Why you want to be intentional about "who" your family is and how your kids feel about it4. Perfect opportunities (holidays, seasons, COOKING!) to set up traditions and build that family culture that will protect your kids, give them something to cling to and return to, and not get tossed about on the winds of the rest of the culture, trying to get its claws into them.I challenge you to discuss what you want your family identity to be this week and build some intentional traditions and phrases you say to make that a reality. Ground your kids at home so they know who they are when they leave! If you'd like a little hand-holding to get your kids involved in the kitchen, there's no harm in part of an identity being, "I know how to ask for help." I can help! Join Kids Cook Real Food this holiday season, and I'll make it easy for you to teach your kids over 30 basic cooking skills and spend quality time CONNECTING in the kitchen: https://kidscookrealfood.com I can't wait to cheer your kids on! Resources We Mention for Building Family Culture:* The importance of family dinners: https://kidscookrealfood.com/table-talk/* Starting a family power hour to build identity: https://kidscookrealfood.com/family-meeting* Study from Emory University: http://shared.web.emory.edu/emory/news/releases/2010/03/children-benefit-if-they-know-about-their-relatives-study-finds.html#.X7yY0GhKhHZ
