Family Relations

  Welcome back to my blog, everyone! This week in class, we dived into understanding family dynamics and theories. Some of the standout topics we covered on Tuesday included dating, exchange theory, love languages, and birth order. I was surprised by how interconnected these subjects are in ways I hadn't anticipated before. To start, it's important to understand what exchange theory refers to. In simpler terms, exchange theory is essential. People evaluate their interactions by weighing the benefits (such as companionship, love, and support) against the costs (such as time, effort, and emotional investment) to determine whether to continue or end a relationship. To better understand this concept, Brother Williams referred to this theory as giving without expecting anything in return. This led to another student in our class asking about love languages and how they relate to exchange theory, or if they are the same concept. The Love language was introduced by Dr. Gary Chapman in...

     During this week's lessons, we explored family trends, and two topics that particularly stood out to me were divorce and cohabitation. I have witnessed examples of these situations within my extended family, which has made me more curious about the reasons behind them.      Marriage trends refer to patterns or tendencies in how people approach or enter into marriage over time. These trends are typically influenced by various factors, including cultural, economic, social, and legal changes. Understanding these marriage and family trends can provide valuable insights into how societal values and behaviors evolve. Learning about these trends has helped me gain a better understanding and appreciation for the experiences that my family and friends have gone through and why it's important to recognize these shifts.      Cohabitation was a significant focus during our lessons on family trends because it has become more common over the years. Ac...