When it comes to the word “family,” what thoughts come to mind?

Undeniably, family is our eternal haven, no matter how we live outside, but when we return home, we can feel more warmth.

When we’re disappointed, the first thing that comes to mind is family. Family doesn’t need to be big; as long as it can provide shelter from the storm, that’s enough.

There’s a saying: “Happy families are all alike; unhappy families are each unhappy in their own way.”

Family happiness requires everyone’s effort. We all want our families to be happy and harmonious, but life isn’t always as perfect as we imagine. Before a family falls apart, there are four warning signs to watch out for.

Spousal Discord

As the saying goes, “When husband and wife are of one mind, their bond is as strong as gold.”

In a marriage, if the couple can’t get along, the family will ultimately be unhappy.

The husband is the pillar of the family, and the wife is the core. If the two can’t work together, they won’t achieve happiness.

What do we understand about the two words “husband and wife”?

As the saying goes, “Husband and wife are like birds in the same forest, flying in different directions when disaster strikes.”

But in reality, true husband and wife are those who share weal and woe together.

True husband and wife won’t abandon each other in difficult times; instead, they’ll hold hands and overcome challenges together.

I remember when I first graduated, my husband and I lived in a small rented apartment. We had to budget every day to make ends meet.

Although we were under a lot of financial pressure, we never gave up.

Now, after more than ten years of ups and downs, our living conditions have improved, but our feelings for each other haven’t changed.

My husband often tells me, “You’ve worked hard.” Every time I hear this, I feel a sense of warmth because I know he cares about me, and that’s enough.

Two people in a relationship are like fellow travelers; since we’ve chosen to be together, we should cherish this love.

Sibling Rivalry

In a family, sibling relationships are indispensable.

As the saying goes, “Harmonious siblings can bring prosperity to a poor family, while discordant siblings can lead to the downfall of a noble family.”

This means that if siblings get along, even a poor family can thrive, but if they don’t, even a noble family will decline.

In reality, this is indeed the case.

A family’s prosperity depends on the harmony among siblings. Only by maintaining good relationships can a family become happier.

Sibling relationships are something we can never let go of; in a family, it’s because of sibling harmony that we can have more laughter and joy.

Gambling Addiction

Those who are addicted to gambling will bring many troubles.

Playing cards is originally a way for us to relax, but if we get too caught up in it, it will ultimately affect our lives.

I knew a family in our neighborhood where the husband loved to gamble, sometimes even staying out for days to play cards.

This caused his wife to argue with him many times, and they even considered divorce.

In reality, moderation is key. A family’s happiness often depends on the joint effort of all family members.

As adults and elders, we should set a good example for our children, which can help form a good family tradition and make our family prosper.

Disobedience

“Filial piety is the root of all virtues.”

We should take good care of our elderly parents and educate our children well.

How we treat our parents will influence how our children treat us in the future.

A family with filial piety will thrive.

Only when children are filial can a family truly prosper.

Life’s ups and downs can only be understood by those who have truly experienced them. Family harmony brings prosperity, and a family’s happiness is often in our own hands.

Each of us has our own experiences and understanding of family life.

Not every family is harmonious, and each family has its own worries. But as a family, when we encounter problems and conflicts, we should learn to handle them instead of avoiding them.

Only when our lives become happier and more harmonious can our family truly thrive.

If we want a harmonious family, the most important thing is to avoid these four things.