Strive for Balance in Personal and Family Life

It is easier to be emotionally responsive when you feel in balance. Create a support network, set realistic goals, put people before things, and don't be afraid to say "no". Recognize individual needs within the family and meet them to the greatest extent possible without compromising your physical and emotional health. Be creative, have fun with parenting, and take time to care for yourself.

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APtly Said - U.S. Economist: Don’t neglect the power of healthy families for a healthy economy Read more	APtly Said - Why self-care may not be working for you Balance in personal and family life, many parents agree, may be the hardest principle of all to follow. Sometimes, balance seems impossible to attain in our child’s current developmental stage or a particular calendar season.