Go-To Family Man is Supportive

Tips for Showing Support of Family Member’s Dream

As a I began to write this blog about being supportive of family members dreams, I thought of one of my favorite Christmas shows, The Homecoming. In this show the Walton family is anticipating the arrival of their father on Christmas Eve. John Walton had found work out of town fifty miles away. The family were eagerly waiting his arrival. The Walton family had lived in North Carolina for decades and the plan as that the oldest boy would become laborer and family man like his father. The only problem was that John Boy had other dreams. John Boy dreamed of becoming a famous writer. He kept this a secret because he thought his parents would not understand and that his father would be disappointed in him. His mother found out about his writing and was amazed about his desire. She did not admonish him about his dream. When his father arrived home, he brought Christmas presents for the family. John Boy’s Christmas present was three writing tablets. He was surprised that his father knew his dreams and supported him. His father expressed that he did not know anything about the writing business, but he would support his son in his dream.

One of the characteristics of the go-to family man is that he shows support and encourages all family members to support each other in whatever dream they have. He may not understand the person’s dream or why he or she wants to do that but the go -to-family man will mentally, verbally, and physically support his family as long as the dream causes no harm.

How does the Go-to Family Man show support for his family members dreams?

1. He talks to each family member about their dreams and gives full attention to that person when they are conversing.

2. He attends functions that are important to the family member.

3. Pray for each person and their personal dreams.

4. If a family member is going through hard times, provide support. Support may not always be financial but can be physical, emotional, or spiritual.

5. Expression appreciation for good works done by each family member.

6. Hold each family member and himself accountable for actions done, promised to do, or not done.

“Encouraging each family member to pursue their dreams even when you do not understand their dream is invaluable.” You cannot live vicariously through your children. They have their own dreams just like you did when you were their age. Supporting them and their dreams helps to build strong family ties. Your children will never forget the support you showed them when they were pursuing their dream.