The holiday season is over, children are back to school and now it is utter chaos trying to achieve New Year’s resolutions, second semester homework and oh yes let us not forget the freezing weather that brings everyone instead.
It is easy to begin feeling stressed in a matter of days for the simple fact of New Year overload. We did the research for you to discover how families are keeping the peace and kicking chaos out into the cold. According to article, Sharing the Love, Keeping the Peace these quick tips will help navigate you through the start of 2012.
1. Talk it out: Just as adults voice their concerns in the work place so should children. Showing your children that talking about what is causing them stress, anxiety or anger will help eliminate them lashing out at siblings and family.
2. Work together: Remember the saying, “The busy bee gets the honey?” Well, keeping your children entertained and busy eliminates the chaos created from mere boredom. “Have your children make snowflakes out of napkins, paper or tissues, and hang them in the windows. Help your older children plan and make dinner one evening. Let them get creative with themes, and guide them toward healthy decisions. For instance, give them a list of possible healthy ingredients to help them experiment and create a meal. “
3. The family that plays together stays together! Although you do not get to enjoy a winter break, your children are in vacation mode. Spending time with them doing activities that they normally cannot do while in school such as sledding, skiing and seeing a movie is a great way to bond and learn more about your children.
The winter is filled with not only warm clothes but holiday spirit as well; carry that feeling throughout the beginning of the New Year to keep the peace.
Share what you do in order to keep chaos and stress out?
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