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Want a More Peaceful Home? Create House Rules

Christina Slaback Season 2 Episode 165

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Ep. Want a More Peaceful Home? Try These 5 Game-Changing Rules

Episode Summary: In today’s episode, we dive into the importance of intentional house rules for creating a peaceful, respectful, and connected family environment. I share five key rules that have helped our family thrive, from fostering kindness and respect between siblings to managing noise levels in our home. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your family relationships or reduce stress at home, this episode offers practical insights and actionable tips to help you set up house rules that reflect your values.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

  • The importance of creating house rules that align with your family values
  • How setting boundaries around teasing and name-calling can improve sibling relationships
  • A unique approach to managing noise levels in your home (without stifling your kids’ energy)
  • Tips for ensuring your rules grow and evolve with your family’s needs
  • How intentional house rules reduce stress and create a more harmonious family dynamic

Featured Rules:

  • Rule #1: We Don’t Hurt People or Property—setting boundaries that protect others and the home
  • Rule #2:  It’s Okay Not to Share—protecting personal autonomy and encouraging them to want to be generous
  • Rule #3: We Get Outside Every Day—Fostering resilience, creativity, and a love of nature, not to mention the numerous health benefits
  • Rule #4: No name-calling—why it’s a hard pass and how to foster a safe space for growth.
  • Rule #5: Noisy toys and games go outside or downstairs—creating peace and keeping the fun flowing.

Resources Mentioned:

  • Brené Brown’s work on shame and vulnerability - Gifts of Imperfection & Daring Greatly
  • It's OK Not to Share and Other Renegade Rules for Raising Competent and Compassionate Kids - Heather Shumacker
  • Connect with me on Instagram @yourhandle for more family tips and discussions

Call to Action: If this episode resonated with you, take a moment to share your own house rules with me on social media! What’s one rule you love in your family? And what’s one that might need adjusting? Reach out and let’s keep the conversation going!

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Stay tuned for more episodes where we’ll continue to discuss how to show up with intention in your family and life!

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Resources & Links

  • Follow Christina @christinaslaback
  • Email us at hello@christinaslaback.com
  • www.christinaslaback.com

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