Welcoming a New Member to Your Family

Welcoming a New Member to Your Family 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 [Maintaining Sleek and Sleeveless Arms]( by Sarah Rector Are you looking for a quick and easy way to sculpt and strengthen your upper body, without bulking? In this course, fitness expert Sarah Rector offers a series of fun 5 minute workouts that anyone can do, regardless of their age or fitness level. With guided videos, you’ll learn how to build long and lean arms using your natural body weight, then build to more progressive movements that introduce light weights. By the end of each session, you’ll feel more toned, confident, and energized. [Learn More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. [8 Week Whole Body Makeover!]( 2. [Somatic Stretching to Relax and Release]( 3. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 4. [Overcoming Negative Family Patterns]( 5. [A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self]( 6. [Communicating with Animals]( 7. [Non-Surgical Facelift]( 8. [The 2 Week Fascia Miracle]( 9. [No Sit-Up Abs Workout]( 10. [Activate Your Fascia, Free Your Body]( New Courses • [Somatic Stretching to Relax and Release]( • [Awaken Your Chakra Energy]( • [The Problem Area Workout]( • [The Stress Less Course Bundle Special 4-Course Bundle]( > [More Courses]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Home]( | [Inspiration]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Email Settings]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Help/FAQ]( © 2022 DailyOM - All Rights Reserved No portion of this site can be reprinted without express permission. Subscribed as {EMAIL}