Welcoming a New Member to Your Family

Welcoming a New Member to Your Family by [Madisyn Taylor]( A welcoming ritual for a new family member creates a lovely energetic bond for all involved. Just as our inner landscape is constantly shifting and changing in response to the world around us, the dynamics of the families we belong to evolve over time. When we welcome an individual into our family--whether that individual is human or animal--a transformation takes place, a shift in the energy of your family unit. The birth or adoption of a child, the introduction of a spouse or stepparent, or the choice to bring a pet into your home can mark a new direction in the life of the family as a whole. A simple welcoming ritual can serve as the platform upon which every member of the household, old and new, gathers together to joyfully mark this new phase of family life. Encouraging every member of the family to take part in the ritual will foster a sense of unity and help members come together to grow into the new family paradigm as a group. The transition from one family dynamic to another isn't always straightforward. The needs and desires of new members of a household may not always correspond with those of other members of the household. It is precisely because the introduction of a new family member can interrupt the flow of energy upon which the family previously thrived that it is so important to respect the change and honor the induction of the new addition. When welcoming an adult into your family, a sand ceremony can reinforce each member's individuality and symbolically integrate the newest family member into the whole. During the ceremony, parents, children, and extended relations are given sand of a different color or texture and, one by one, pour it into a thoughtfully chosen container. The rainbow of sand can then be displayed as a reminder of family unanimity. To honor the introduction of a child, parents can hold a ritual during which they formally introduce their child to the other members of the family and invite each to speak a blessing over the child. Welcoming a pet can be as simple as coming together in the presence of your new friend and articulating your intention as a family to provide it with a loving and secure atmosphere in which it can flourish. As each family is different, you may feel more comfortable using a ritual or ceremony of your own design to welcome the new member of your household. However you choose to honor your new family member, know that your decision to acknowledge the manner in which your household has grown will make the transition a beautiful and memorable event in your family history. [PRINT]( [SAVE]( [DISCUSS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- DailyOM Course Spotlight [Go Sleeveless in 14 Days]( by Sarah Rector Strong, toned arms aren't just the ultimate accessory for wearing tanks and pretty sleeveless dresses -- they also optimize your upper body strength and dramatically improve your joint health. With this course, you'll be guided through a series of fourteen fun 5-minute arm workouts that are suitable for any fitness level. You'll start with simple movements working with your own strength resistance, then will build on that with more progressive movements that introduce light weights. There's never been a better time to add these highly effective arm workouts to your exercise routine, and all you need is 5 minutes a day for 14 days to get those beautiful lines from your shoulders to your wrists! [Learn More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. [Pelvis Reset for Lower Back Pain]( 2. [21 Day Plant-Based Plan for a Lighter, Happier YOU!]( 3. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 4. [Chair Yoga for Healing, Strength and Mobility]( 5. [Clearing Physical and Emotional Clutter]( 6. [From Codependent to Independent]( 7. [Live A Sweet Life Without Sugar]( 8. [21 Day Booty Core]( 9. [21 Day Tabata Yoga Body Challenge]( 10. [A Year to Clear What is Holding You Back!]( New Courses • [It's Not My Fault, It's Yours]( • [Pelvis Reset for Lower Back Pain]( • [Why Men Struggle With Intimacy]( > [More Courses]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Home]( | [Inspiration]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( | [Gift Shop]() [Email Settings]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Help/FAQ]( © 2019 DailyOM - All Rights Reserved No portion of this site can be reprinted without express permission. Subscribed as {NAME}[at]gmail.com (1276706) [1]