Goal Direction and Family Functioning

In this video, host Dr. Mariana Martinez interviews family therapist Philip Klever. In every family there is a functioning balance between connection and individuality. In families with higher levels of emotional maturity there is more room for people to pay attention to individual interests and goals as well as the interests of others. In families with more togetherness there is a higher degree of focus on relationships and dealing with them through accommodating, rebelling or avoiding the tensions generated within them. People that do better in life are intentional about their family relationships including the goals of being better parents, spouses, and extended family members. They also consider the effects of personal goals on the group.