9 Game-Changing Family Rules That Make Life Easier

Plus, 3 Simple Rules That Help Raise Kind Kids ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Dec. 3, 2023 The idea of having a specific set of [family rules]( sounds like tyranny, which is the last thing parents want for their kids. But when done right, family rules provide needed structure and predictability. The family members understand the existence and purpose of the rule. Routine is preserved. The kids feel safer, and everyone’s stress — particularly yours — goes down. Now, there are some things to remember — rules about rules if you will. A list stuck to the fridge isn’t all-powerful. “Rules alone won’t get the job done,” says Dr. Laura Kastner, a family and child psychologist and author of Getting to Calm, the Early Years. “There needs to be context, fairness, and understanding.” The rules must be clear, and the enforcer of said rules (i.e. you and your spouse) has to be clear so the behavior can become automatic. Nail this and everything gets easier. ORDER UP [9 Game-Changing Family Rules That Make Life Easier]( Suggested by child development experts and meant for both you and your kids, [these rules yield positive results and create a stronger family dynamic](. [READ THIS STORY]( Rules alone won’t get the job done. There needs to be context, fairness, and understanding. FURTHER READING [How To Set Up Family Rules That Succeed]( [3 Simple Rules That Help Raise Kind Kids]( [Why You Should Try Your Hardest Not To Tell Your Kids “Maybe”]( DAD BOD Nadir Keklik/Shutterstock [If You Can Pull Off This Workout Move, You’re In Damn Fine Shape]( And if you can’t, [here’s how to get there.]( [READ THIS STORY]( GAME TIME [7 Fun Games For Couples Who Really Want To Get To Know Each Other]( Whether you want to learn more about one another or stretch your comfort zone a bit more, [these games will get you talking.]( [READ THIS STORY]( GOOD TO KNOW [The Secret To Being A Happier Person Is Laid Out In A New Study]( The way to unlock major joy is [by prioritizing small, nice gestures. That’s practically it.]( [READ THIS STORY]( GIFT IDEAS [78 Gifts For Men That Will Impress Everyone On Your List]( From a flannel-lined trucker jacket suitable for the end of the world to a whole leg of Jamon Serrano he can slice at the holiday party, [these gifts are sure to suit anyone on your list.]( [READ THIS STORY]( FATHERLY FAVORITES V-MODA [Crossfade 3 Wireless]( The first thing you should know about these headphones is that the memory foam ear pads are some of the most comfortable we've ever worn. You can wear these for hours and not experience that smushed lobe feeling. Now that that's out of the way, they also sound great, offering a premium touch you'd find at products at a much higher price range. Oh, and they offer 30 hours of playback per charge. $299 [SHOP NOW]( Follow us on: [Want to Advertise With Us? Get in Touch.]( You're receiving this email because you signed up to receive communications from BDG Media. If you believe this has been sent to you in error, please safely [unsubscribe](. Or to manage preferences click [here]( BDG Media, Inc. · 315 Park Ave. South · New York, NY 10010 · USA Copyright 2023 BDG Media, Inc. All rights reserved.