Getting on with your family
GETTING ON WITH YOUR FAMILY
Family relationships can sometimes be the hardest but when you are getting on with everyone, families can be a great source of support. When you are in conflict it can tear you down. Just because you are a family doesn't mean you will always think the same way, agree about things and always get on.
When you are not getting on with your family it can be helpful to think about the things below:
- How important is the argument? Is it about staying safe or is it just a difference in point of view?
- Take some time to look at it from the other person's point of view.
- Is it something you could compromise on?
- Check out the fact sheet on conflict resolution.
Sometimes getting some help around the problem might be helpful. There are a number of organisations that could help mediate your problems with your family such as:
For more information follow these links:
Reconnect Gold Coast
Relationships Australia
Centacare - Relationship Education
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