How to Be More Family Oriented
Express your commitment to your family or significant other., Show your family you are committed., Demonstrate loyalty., Modify the emphasis you place on work., Do an overhaul of your to-do list for work and chores.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Express your commitment to your family or significant other.
Being family oriented does not mean that you need to neglect everything else in your life to be with your family.
However, it does involve an intentional shift in mindset to prioritize your family.
One way to increase your family orientation is to clearly convey your commitment to them.
You may say: “I want you to know I really value your presence in my life, and I am here for our family.
I love you and care about you.” Saying words such as these can go a long way in helping your significant other or family members feel secure in your commitment to them. -
Step 2: Show your family you are committed.
Telling your family about your commitment is a solid first step in becoming family oriented; however, showing your family your commitment through actions will solidify your family orientation mindset.
Those that are family oriented often value each other’s happiness and well-being and also cherish the unity that comes from a committed family.If your significant other is going through a crisis, cancel your other plans and ask them how you can help them get through this difficult time.
If your child is performing in their first play, make time to go see it and support them.
Actively showing your family they come first is a big step in becoming family oriented. , Commitment involves a sense of loyalty and devotion, which can strengthen your relationships with your family.
You can do this by standing up for your family members if someone bad mouths them, or staying faithful to your significant other even during difficult times in your relationship.
Stand by your family in times of success and happiness but also in times of despair.
Being family oriented means supporting your family no matter the circumstances.
If your significant other loses their job and finances become difficult, or someone in your family becomes chronically ill, continue to stand with your family and be supportive and helpful through these times. , Oftentimes becoming family oriented means changing your mindset regarding other big obligations in your life, such as your job.
Showing your family your commitment and appreciation may involve shifting some of your thoughts and behaviors regarding your work life.Consider cutting back on work hours or talk to your boss about taking on a little bit less responsibility as you make the shift to becoming more family oriented.
You could say: “I’m trying to show my family my commitment and am trying to make them a bigger priority.
I am still committed to this job but want to take on a little less right now.” Create boundaries regarding your work.
It is easy to try to fit in a little bit of work during every free minute you have, and soon you might find yourself constantly sending emails at 2 am when you should be sleeping, or during evenings while watching TV with your family.
Therefore, creating boundaries regarding your work will be helpful in making sure you are giving more attention to your family., This is especially important if you have large, busy families, and you are not only trying to manage yourself, but also your spouse and children.
Focusing too much on the to-do list can cause one to lose track of family time that requires just as much care and attention.
Look at your list and reorganize it into three sections:
Don’t, Delegate, and Do.
Don't:
There are always a few things on your list you know very well you don't have the time for, so just take them off your list so you can stop worrying about them.
Delegate:
Other things on your list are really things that you should be asking a coworker or another family member to help with.
Delegate these tasks to the proper people so they get done the right way.
Remember that trying to do everything yourself is rarely a sound strategy.
Do:
Now your to-do list should be pared down to the things that really should be on it.
Not only will your family thank you for the extra time you will be making with them, you will also feel much less stressed in the long run. -
Step 3: Demonstrate loyalty.
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Step 4: Modify the emphasis you place on work.
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Step 5: Do an overhaul of your to-do list for work and chores.
Detailed Guide
Being family oriented does not mean that you need to neglect everything else in your life to be with your family.
However, it does involve an intentional shift in mindset to prioritize your family.
One way to increase your family orientation is to clearly convey your commitment to them.
You may say: “I want you to know I really value your presence in my life, and I am here for our family.
I love you and care about you.” Saying words such as these can go a long way in helping your significant other or family members feel secure in your commitment to them.
Telling your family about your commitment is a solid first step in becoming family oriented; however, showing your family your commitment through actions will solidify your family orientation mindset.
Those that are family oriented often value each other’s happiness and well-being and also cherish the unity that comes from a committed family.If your significant other is going through a crisis, cancel your other plans and ask them how you can help them get through this difficult time.
If your child is performing in their first play, make time to go see it and support them.
Actively showing your family they come first is a big step in becoming family oriented. , Commitment involves a sense of loyalty and devotion, which can strengthen your relationships with your family.
You can do this by standing up for your family members if someone bad mouths them, or staying faithful to your significant other even during difficult times in your relationship.
Stand by your family in times of success and happiness but also in times of despair.
Being family oriented means supporting your family no matter the circumstances.
If your significant other loses their job and finances become difficult, or someone in your family becomes chronically ill, continue to stand with your family and be supportive and helpful through these times. , Oftentimes becoming family oriented means changing your mindset regarding other big obligations in your life, such as your job.
Showing your family your commitment and appreciation may involve shifting some of your thoughts and behaviors regarding your work life.Consider cutting back on work hours or talk to your boss about taking on a little bit less responsibility as you make the shift to becoming more family oriented.
You could say: “I’m trying to show my family my commitment and am trying to make them a bigger priority.
I am still committed to this job but want to take on a little less right now.” Create boundaries regarding your work.
It is easy to try to fit in a little bit of work during every free minute you have, and soon you might find yourself constantly sending emails at 2 am when you should be sleeping, or during evenings while watching TV with your family.
Therefore, creating boundaries regarding your work will be helpful in making sure you are giving more attention to your family., This is especially important if you have large, busy families, and you are not only trying to manage yourself, but also your spouse and children.
Focusing too much on the to-do list can cause one to lose track of family time that requires just as much care and attention.
Look at your list and reorganize it into three sections:
Don’t, Delegate, and Do.
Don't:
There are always a few things on your list you know very well you don't have the time for, so just take them off your list so you can stop worrying about them.
Delegate:
Other things on your list are really things that you should be asking a coworker or another family member to help with.
Delegate these tasks to the proper people so they get done the right way.
Remember that trying to do everything yourself is rarely a sound strategy.
Do:
Now your to-do list should be pared down to the things that really should be on it.
Not only will your family thank you for the extra time you will be making with them, you will also feel much less stressed in the long run.
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