How can you eat better, sleep better, exercise better, work better, play better, spend better, save better, serve better, worship better, and pray better? Those are very good questions to ask at the beginning of a new year.

But how can you improve your relationship with your kids this year?

Now that’s a question to put at the top of the list.

In this special New Year’s episode, Catherine offers 12 practical ways to improve your relationships with your kids this year.

They are:

1. Cook a Meal Together: Share the joy of creating a dish from scratch, expanding your culinary skills while nurturing your relationship.
2. Read a Book Together: Whether it's fiction or educational, reading a book together provides a platform for bonding discussions.
3. Game Night: Turn off the screens and bring the family around the table for some old-fashioned fun and laughter.
4. Learn Something New: Tackle a new skill with your child, making memories and enriching both your lives.
5. Go for a Walk: Boost both your physical and mental health with a simple stroll while enjoying quality one-on-one time.
6. Show Affection for No Reason: Simple gestures of love and appreciation can reinforce your relationship in powerful ways.
7. Give Daily Encouragement: Recognize and commend your child's efforts and achievements, reinforcing positive behaviors.
8. Make a Date: Schedule regular one-on-one outings to give each child special attention and build lasting memories.
9. Plan a Getaway: Even a brief day-trip can become an unforgettable adventure that strengthens your parent-child bond.
10. Have Regular Heart-to-Hearts: Foster open communication by regularly checking in on your child’s emotional well-being.
11. Ask for Feedback: Be open to your child's perspective on how you can improve as a parent and act on their feedback.
12. Pray the Word of God: Strengthen your family spiritually by regularly praying scripture over your children

LINKS:

Find the Scripture list to pray over children HERE. 

EPISODES REFERENCED:

Episode 22: 13 Ways To Be a Better Parent in 2022 

Episode 13: 4 Types of Prayer Every Believer Should Know

Episode 14: How To Battle for Your Kids in Prayer

Episode 15: What Should I Expect When I Battle in Prayer

Episode 37: 7 Ways To Bless Your Kids with Words

Episode 49: How Do We Combat the Epidemic of Teen Suicide?

Episode 50: What Can We Learn from a Survivor of Teen Suicide? 

GAMES REFERENCED:

Apples to Apples, Settlers of Catan, Rummikub, Lost Cities

Bob Ross Stuffed Doll

BOOK REFERENCED:

Praying God’s Word

SCRIPTURE REFERENCED:

Numbers 6:24-26