The Joyful Family
by Dacey, John S.; Weygint, LynneFormat: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2002-01-01
Publisher(s): Red Wheel/Weiser
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Summary
Filled with poignant personal stories, a wonderful guide to creating family traditions, rituals, and ceremonies that promote family togetherness features a variety of events that can be marked by a happy celebration or thoughtful observance, accompanied by activities complete with situations, objectives, and a list of essential materials. Original. 25,000 first printing.
Table of Contents
| Foreword | p. ix |
| Making a Family Joyful | p. 1 |
| The Essential Components of Family Ritual | p. 13 |
| Altars and Amulets | p. 33 |
| Marking Milestones | p. 47 |
| Resolving Family Conflicts | p. 61 |
| Recognizing Your Family's Cultural and Religious Heritage | p. 75 |
| Clarifying Personal and Family Values | p. 89 |
| Making the Ordinary Special | p. 105 |
| Practicing Pragmatic Skills | p. 115 |
| Improving School-Related Situations | p. 131 |
| Bridging the Gap Between Generations | p. 145 |
| Healing Illnesses and Injuries | p. 155 |
| Honoring Departed Family Members | p. 169 |
| Dealing with Emergencies | p. 183 |
| Imaginative Family Problem Solving | p. 201 |
| Solutions to Problems | p. 215 |
| Recommended Resources | p. 217 |
| Acknowledgments | p. 223 |
| Index | p. 225 |
| About the Authors | p. 229 |
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