Family Dynamics

This week I completed a Genogram for my family. A Genogram is similar to a family tree, but shows the relationships between each family member. You are able to see the connections between parenting and how one persons bad parenting effects generations to come. While learning all this new information I should take it upon myself to want to change and learn from what others have done. I learned that if I ever see tension or a need for closeness with my husband and son I will address it immediately preventing any future problems. This shows me that a bond with parents cannot be broken if it was made strong enough through easy times, it will hold through tough times. I have that goal with my own children. I now will be more aware of the traits my parents have while parenting because I will most likely follow in their footsteps. With the information I have gathered I will now be more aware of how every little situation or incident can lead to conflict. It is better to deal with conflict as soon as it arises and not later down the road when it could have gotten worse. I have learned that it is possible to break a pattern of bad parenting. If I notice anything I don’t agree with I will not be afraid to change it. My eyes will now be open to the way people interact and treat the members in my family.