2. Success Lies in Your Past

Research has came out that leads to some startling statistics. Many people have speculated the factors that lead to a child's success, but few have thought to look into what the New York Times is calling, "The single most important thing you can do for your family..." (The Stories that Bind Us, Feiler). New research has came out that suggests that understanding your family history, the ups and the downs, leads children to have all kinds of advantages in dealing with the struggles that come during development. According to the article, more groups than just families can take advantage of this new research. Military groups such as the Marines are finding success in educating their recruits about the history of the Marines. Recruits with more knowledge about their organizations history were more likely to bond more closely with those in their unit, and were better able to cope with the stresses of their job. By understanding that your family or organization has had its ups and downs, people are able to feel like they are a part of something bigger than themselves, and are more able to overcome the challenges of their lives. In the Times article, it states in order to build a stronger family, share stories with your children, some light and funny, others more serious, that lead to a sense of family accomplishment. Develop a family theme, that challenges your posterity to succeed. Though there are many other beliefs as to how to make a family succeed, sometimes the simplest solutions are best at solving the largest of issues.