ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Family Process (journal)

A family process journal is like a special notebook where a family can write down things they want to talk about, ways they feel, and what they notice happening in their family. It helps them communicate better with each other and work through problems together.

Imagine you have a big family with lots of people living in your house. Sometimes it can be hard to talk to everyone at once or you might feel shy to share how you really feel. That's where the family process journal comes in - it's a safe place to write things down without feeling embarrassed or judged.

In the journal, you can write about things you liked doing together as a family, things that made you upset, or things you're excited about in the future. You can even draw pictures or use stickers to make it look pretty!

When everyone in the family writes in the journal, it helps everyone understand each other better and find ways to solve problems together. It's like a secret code between you and your family that helps you all feel more connected and supported.