Family culture means the values, rules and traditions that govern a family’s life and routine.

Why is it important to have a family culture?

Here are top 3 reasons why a family culture is so important :
1. Having a Common Vision
When it comes to family culture, often times we know what we don’t want, but we’re not clear on
what we want or why. And if you are raising kids with a partner, you likely have different
backgrounds, and have certainly been through different experiences. A common vision can provide
much needed consistency to a family, that so-called “united front”.
2. Defining the Family System
We always assume certain roles within our families. Uncertainty or dissatisfaction regarding our
family roles create disharmony and imbalance in the family system. It is easier to define how each
family member can best contribute to the family’s shared vision when we pause and have meaningful
conversations about what we want and why we want it. Most importantly, everyone feels heard and
validated.
3. Making Conscious Decisions

Knowing your family culture can help you navigate the endless amount of (often contradicting) advice,
tune out the noise, and follow your heart and intuition. By aligning your decisions and actions with
your values, you’ll find more joy and ease in your daily life. And much needed inspiration for trying
times. Need inspiration to get started? Check out our Family Manifesto. Print it out, add your family
name, put it on your fridge, discuss it with your family, modify it and make it your own. Do what feels
right to you. But take action and use this as a starting