What do we do in a family crisis situation?

 There are many different situations that can cause a family to be in a state of crisis. I don't believe any situation is exactly the same. The way we can work through crisis situations can be in a form the same though.

In Chinese there are two symbols put together to make the word crisis. One is danger and the other is opportunity. This can help us understand that crisis can be taken one of two ways. It can be seen as an opportunity, or it can be seen as danger. Both of which are correct, but whichever one we focus on will determine the outcome. 

I'd like to offer some advice on ways to keep a family intact. Especially during a crisis. One of the most effective ways is to have consistent family time together. This will help the family continue to hold the bond they have created.

I hope you enjoyed reading this weeks post. As always, I invite you to go and study this for yourself.

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