Family Work

There are many aspects of work that can been seen within a family. Usually one parent is the "bread winner" of the family and works in order to provide a living for their family. However, it has become more and more common in today's time that both parents go out of the house and into the work force. This common trend has had an enormous effect on the family. When both mothers and fathers are our working, their kids are left with a babysitter or at a daycare. Research has shown that excessive time away from parents has negative effects on children. If this is the case, then what can be done to fix the problem? 

It is important for parents to consider the well being of both them and their children when they are making the decision on who should work, one or both of the parents. Families with dual- working parents and ones with only one working parent can take initiative within their families to spend more time with their children. Family time is important to each member of the family and can be a great way to teach children correct principles.

Families can spend time doing wholesome activities like going to the park, playing board games, and sharing stories together and they can also work together side by side. Working together as a family is one of the greatest ways to bond as a family.

"Work builds and refines character, creates beauty, and is the instrument of our service to one another and to God." - Elder Christofferson

"Work together as a family, even if it may be faster and easier to do the job ourselves. Talk with our sons and daughters as we work together.” - Elder Robert D. Hales. 

"There is no substitute for work. Building a strong family takes hard work, and part of that work is teaching our children how to work. Though some may see work as something to avoid, the gospel teaches that working for and with our families brings great blessings. God Himself calls His plan for His children 'my work and my glory' (Moses 1:39)." - lds.org