What did you notice? Are the statements about your family more negative, positive, or pretty well balanced? The point of this is not to judge what your family culture has been up until this point, but to bring awareness of the background conversations that you have about family into your awareness. That way, as you consider the possibility of shifting or altering your perceptions, you know what is floating around in the background that you’re going to run into. Here’s the next thing for you to consider…
What are your thoughts and judgments about other kinds of families? Think about going to the grocery store, the mall, church, or wherever you see lots of people. What are your automatic thoughts about the families that you see? How do you compare your family with other families? Yep, now’s the time to jot down a couple of notes on this.
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I guess I don't really think too much about other families that I see. Unless I myself am being judgemental and negative. Hey, I think I'm seeing a theme here!
Wow Tina! This is so great! I knew you could write well but this is fabulous! I logged on for the first time now. I'm really happy you are sharing this with everyone. Neat stuff!!! Orbital Family is a great way to describe those close to you. Keep sharing. So proud of you! ~Lisa P.
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