High-functioning, healthy families don't just happen. This message speaks to ten positive traits that will contribute to the health of the family and that families need to work on. Even if these are not traits that you experienced growing up, you can bank on the love of God and let that be the base from which you develop positive attitudes of treasuring your family members, keeping communication open, affirming each's uniqueness, providing a safe environment, sharing a common faith, having respect for others, taking responsibility, playing together, engaging in meaningful traditions, and getting professional help when needed.