Theory is the attempt to explain phenomena.
Hypothesis is an educated guess.
Law is a notion with no exceptions.
We focused a lot of time on becoming familiar with the four different theories about families.
First, family systems theory which explains the roles that each family member plays and the rules that are expected to be followed. Second, exchange theory where individuals weigh out the costs and benefits of situations depending on their experiences with others. Third, symbolic interaction theory describes that individuals have a difference in perception of everyday situations and the importance of realizing that the way you see things might not be the way someone else does. Finally, conflict theory which talks about the struggle over power and money.
Each of these theories is important to understand in order to realize that everyone is different and you can't expect them to think or react to things the same way that you do. We all have our own value system and must be sensitive to others.
We also discussed the idea of UNSPOKEN RULES that are often evident in most households. At first it was hard for me to come up with the unspoken rules of my house growing up but then I quickly started recalling them.
1. Kneel down for family prayer.
2. Don't talk back to mom.
3. Attend church meetings.
4. Don't bug mom when she is on the phone.
5. Replace the toilet paper if you are the last one the finish off a role.
6. Never complain about what is for dinner.
These are just a few of the unspoken rules I came up with for my family.
Quote of the week: You can never get enough of what you don't need because what you don't need will never satisfy you.
