There's nothing better than a deep and honest conversation, is there? But how can this incredibly important element of family functioning be incorporated into our everyday lives? Before we delve into the countless possibilities, it's necessary to understand that the age of the children is important not only because of the topics raised but also because of the quality of their presence. Very young children are not yet actively engaged in conversations; even if they are present, they are mostly occupied with something else. Later, they begin to pay attention, and then they actively participate, even contributing to the topics raised. If they grow up in an environment where family members talk to each other, it's certain that they will eventually become open to bringing up their own topics, confidently argue their points, and even initiate conversations themselves, which they then sustain with their questions, answers, and open presence. Now let's explore numerous suggestions that, when followed, can establish the "conversation-based" foundations of family relationships.

Make time for conversations! It's not a cliché to say that our fast-paced world leaves little time for deep conversations. It's challenging to fit quality time into our daily lives, especially when you work long hours and children are also busy with school and extracurricular activities. However, it's extremely important to find these moments, even if they are just a few minutes, because without them, our connections gradually fade, and before we know it, we may not understand each other anymore. Therefore, it's advisable to prioritize conversations or any other relationship-building activities and even drop planned activities in other directions to make room for these opportunities.

Establish family routines - We often mention that regularly recurring shared activities are vital for maintaining a healthy family life, and this is no different for conversations.