We humans are social beings, and require a family to live in. It is a basic and the most important unit in our lives. In a family, different numbers of people can be included, depending upon its nature. A good family life can make our society from good to best, by providing a peaceful and positive atmosphere.
Family is a main, natural and basic unit based on kinship. It is the safest place for its members to live. There is a relationship of love and affection between family members; husband, wife, children and grandparents. There is a chain of relations, associations and interests, that make this relation a unique one.
The fundamental requirements of life can only and only be provided through the family. A child cannot be survived without his family; his mother, his father and his siblings. Essentials of life, attachment and security all are associated with family.
In disastrous situations like an economic crisis, any epidemic or any natural disaster, the family provides unconditional support. It gives physical, emotional, economic and psychological support. Without this support, an individual cannot survive in a positive way.
Family can be of two types; nuclear and joint with their pro and cons. In our Asian society, there is a tradition of a joint family system. Its main plus point is that in the large system, the responsibilities are shared. The main issue of any family is economic. If it is posted on one person, it will be difficult for one person, like in a nuclear family. In all other difficult situations, it will be easy to handle the situation, like handling jobs and joblessness, any diseases physical or psychological or any other setback. Parents are cared for respectfully.
On the other side, we see there are some issues related to this; clashes with close relatives, mother in law and daughter in law, father in law and daughter in law, among brothers, between cousins and sister in laws. These beautiful relations can become an issue and cause of restlessness in the family. It can be resulted in the worst results.
The nuclear family system has two sides as well. The main plus point is its independence and peace. Fewer problems with fewer people. There is a better opportunity to handle any situation inside the family. All family members are in the closest relation and contact. In this way, close relations can meet with each other in a better way. Parents live independently or with any of their children. On the other hand, in the case of any issue, it has to face itself. In any difficult situation like joblessness, any sudden ailment, any disaster or any marital issue, it will be handled alone by that family.
In short, our attitudes matter a lot. If we are honest, loving, caring, realistic and just, we can lead a better life, either in a nuclear or in a joint family. If in our traditions, a joint family is recommended, we can live in a better way. If we have the opportunity or compulsion to live in a nuclear family, we must survive in a positive way. We can make our lives better by dealing with life issues positively and in a courageous way. We must lead a peaceful life with love, care, sympathy and empathy that will be resulted in strong family bonds with deep affection for each other.
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