It’s that time of year again – time for New Year’s resolutions. This time, let’s make it a family affair and include everybody! Goals are more fun when the whole family gets involved. Setting resolutions with loved ones is a beautiful way to bring the family together and hold each other accountable. Whatever your family chooses, make it fun and friendly for all ages. Here are four family-inspired New Year’s resolution ideas:
Quality Family Time
Spending quality time together strengthens your family’s connection and creates lasting memories. Quality time can take many forms. Pop some popcorn and snuggle up to watch a movie or TV show. Or, cut out screen time altogether and dedicate an hour each day to family time by playing games, going outside or eating family meals together. Whichever your family decides, commit to each other and make sure it’s uninterrupted!
Get Active
Exercise is beneficial to everyone, so why not make it more fun by including the whole family? Not only is exercise good for physical health, but mental health as well. While traditional workouts or family days at the gym may not be for everyone, you can still include physical activity into your family’s routine. Go for walks or bike rides together around the neighborhood, or play a fun game of catch. You can even stay inside and do a quick family-friendly workout or yoga routine. Make exercise part of your family’s New Year’s resolution by choosing activities that are fun for everyone!
Lend a Helping Hand
Your family can embrace the value of helpfulness by planning ways you can help others. At home, you can talk about ways to help each other as a family. Siblings can help each other with chores, homework and projects, while children can offer their parents a helping hand with cooking meals, picking up the house or looking after pets. Outside of the home, your family can commit to helping the community by volunteering and donating to charity.
Acts of Kindness
Get your family involved in the timeless act of being kind. Sit down as a family and discuss ways you can each show kindness to others. Discuss individuals you can be kind to, such as classmates and coworkers, and how you can make their day. It can be as elaborate as raking a neighbor’s yard or simply waving to them walking down the street. Encourage your kids to compliment a classmate’s project or introduce themselves to new students, while you yourself can commit to thanking a coworker for their effort at work. Whichever acts of kindness you guys brainstorm, make sure they’re sincere! At Lake Forest Prep, we’re dedicated to providing a nurturing environment that fosters not only academic growth but also the personal development and moral character of each of our students. As the New Year approaches, we encourage families to set resolutions together, strengthening bonds and inspiring growth. Whether focusing on wellness, quality time or kindness, these resolutions set a positive tone for the year ahead. Take the first step toward a brighter future and schedule a tour at Lake Forest Prep today.