You can do fun things, and you can do valuable things. If you can find a way to do both those things at the same time, then you’ll be onto a winning formula. When it comes to family activities, it’s always worthwhile looking at things that aren’t just enjoyable but which are beneficial in some way. This could be that they help to keep people healthy, get them to think, or just show them how to love.
In this blog, we’re going to look at just a few fun and valuable family activities that you can try.
Play a Sport
Not many families play sports with each other, but we think that’s a mistake -- after all, there are so many advantages to playing sports, both from a social and health point of view, and if the whole family is doing it, then everyone will benefit! There is no shortage of options when it comes to picking which sport to do. You could play tennis, basketball, try swimming or cycling, or anything else. Just try to keep the competitiveness to a minimum…nothing will kill the fun faster than tears.
Explore the Outdoors
Did you know that spending time in nature has been shown to have a significantly positive impact on a person’s physical and mental well-being? It’s true! Plus, it can be really fun. There’s a lot of value in packing a lunch and going out for a long day of hiking, for instance. When you’re out there, you’ll find that conversation flows, that people are happy, and that you develop closer bonds. We spend huge chunks of time sitting in cars and buildings -- try to make a habit of going out into nature, and you won’t be disappointed.
Learn About the World
It’s a big old world out there! And that means that there’s just so much to learn and discover. So why not look at learning about the world as a clan? You could learn all about the different countries, read a list of exotic birds and learn just how beautiful nature can be, or dive into the history of the world. These are all things that you can do from the comfort of your own home, but if you want to take things even further, look at taking a trip to another corner of the globe.
On the Couch
Finally, remember that fun and valuable activities don’t need to be productive activities. Sometimes, doing nothing at all is just as valuable as anything else. If it’s been a while since you spent a Friday night all together, look at setting up an evening on the couch. On those evenings, you’ll do nothing but order takeout, snack on delicious candy, and watch one of those classic family movies. We tend to place a lot of importance on productivity, but when a person comes to the end of their life, it’s usually the quiet, sweet moments that they remember. And there’s nothing more sweet than all the family on the couch!
In this blog, we’re going to look at just a few fun and valuable family activities that you can try.
Play a Sport
Not many families play sports with each other, but we think that’s a mistake -- after all, there are so many advantages to playing sports, both from a social and health point of view, and if the whole family is doing it, then everyone will benefit! There is no shortage of options when it comes to picking which sport to do. You could play tennis, basketball, try swimming or cycling, or anything else. Just try to keep the competitiveness to a minimum…nothing will kill the fun faster than tears.
Explore the Outdoors
Did you know that spending time in nature has been shown to have a significantly positive impact on a person’s physical and mental well-being? It’s true! Plus, it can be really fun. There’s a lot of value in packing a lunch and going out for a long day of hiking, for instance. When you’re out there, you’ll find that conversation flows, that people are happy, and that you develop closer bonds. We spend huge chunks of time sitting in cars and buildings -- try to make a habit of going out into nature, and you won’t be disappointed.
Learn About the World
It’s a big old world out there! And that means that there’s just so much to learn and discover. So why not look at learning about the world as a clan? You could learn all about the different countries, read a list of exotic birds and learn just how beautiful nature can be, or dive into the history of the world. These are all things that you can do from the comfort of your own home, but if you want to take things even further, look at taking a trip to another corner of the globe.
On the Couch
Finally, remember that fun and valuable activities don’t need to be productive activities. Sometimes, doing nothing at all is just as valuable as anything else. If it’s been a while since you spent a Friday night all together, look at setting up an evening on the couch. On those evenings, you’ll do nothing but order takeout, snack on delicious candy, and watch one of those classic family movies. We tend to place a lot of importance on productivity, but when a person comes to the end of their life, it’s usually the quiet, sweet moments that they remember. And there’s nothing more sweet than all the family on the couch!
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