Strengthening family connections in trying times is essential, yet it can become complicated by pressures such as holiday events, election anxiety, and personal loss. This distress is exacerbated when attending family gatherings, where our unresolved issues can surface.
Therapists demonstrate that it is possible to overcome stress and build better familial relationships by applying family systems theory alongside self-compassion and compassion toward others. This framework not only enhances individual understanding but also provides effective stress management tools.
Murray Bowen, a pioneering figure in family systems theory, emphasized that families significantly shape their members' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, which may lead to individuals feeling as if they share a single 'emotional skin.'
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