With hectic schedules becoming the new norm for many families, sitting at the dinner table for family meals has turned into a rare occurrence.
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2. With hectic schedules becoming the new norm for many families,
sitting at the dinner table for family meals has turned into a rare
occurrence.
However, there are several wonderful benefits that take place
during family dinner time, which is why enforcing it should go on
your to-do list starting today.
FAMILY TIME
3. Communication
A lack of communication
between family members has
been shown to increase
depression, poor grades, and
even dangerous and unhealthy
life choices.
Talking about your day over
dinner can bring a family closer
together while also boosting a
child’s self-esteem and language
skills.
4. Children today are less likely
to be taught proper table
etiquette because they often
dine on-the-go or in front of
the television.
Family dinner time is the
perfect excuse to teach your
children several lessons, like
which fork to use for each
course, how to properly slice
their food, and when to avoid
inappropriate jokes.
DINING
ETIQUETTE
5. HEALTHIER CHOICES
Children and their parents are
more likely to choose healthier
options like fruits, vegetables,
and proteins when they dine
together as a family.
Eating food slowly while
conversing also gives the body
a chance to feel full quicker
which can aid in maintaining a
healthy weight.
6. A SENSE OF BELONGING
Giving each family member a task
during meal time such as setting
the table or tossing the salad can
give a child a sense of purpose.
Not only does it teach them
responsibility, it makes them feel
like part of a team and that they
belong to something bigger than
just themselves.
7. F O R M O R E C O N T E N T R E L A T I N G
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