Family Kindness Meeting
A simple, free weekly activity that brings your family together to talk, listen, solve problems kindly, and grow closer.
Join the movement: #FamilyKindnessMeeting
Why Start a Family Kindness Meeting?
In today’s busy world, real quality time is rare. The Family Kindness Meeting creates a special, distraction-free space where everyone feels heard and valued.
- Improves communication and respectful listening
- Builds stronger emotional bonds and belonging
- Teaches children (and reminds adults) how to solve problems kindly
- Develops important life skills like leadership and empathy
- Makes kindness a visible, intentional part of family life
How to Run a Family Kindness Meeting
Fun Rules
Thumbs Up to Speak • Rotate the Kindness Captain • No Judging Zone • End with a Group Thumbs Up
Sample Agenda (15–25 minutes)
Opening Cheer • Gratitude Round • Kindness Wins • Family Needs • Kindness Challenge • Closing Thumbs Up
All Ages Welcome
Toddler-friendly circle time, fun for young kids, and meaningful for teens & adults.
Protect Your Meeting Time
Use these free printable signs and official fridge magnets to clearly show when your Family Kindness Meeting is happening.
Door Hanger Version
Tabletop Version
Official Fridge Magnets
Available in multiple sizes – Beautiful, durable magnets to proudly display on your fridge.
Shop Fridge MagnetsThe Family Kindness Pledge
In our family we choose Thumbs Up Instead of negativity.
We listen with respect.
We help each other.
We spread kindness wherever we go.
Create or update your own Family Kindness Pledge during your meetings.
Ready to Take Your Meetings Further?
The full Home Kindness Kit includes advanced planners, troubleshooting guides, age-adapted versions, printable worksheets, and regularly updated bonus resources.
Get the Complete Home Kindness Kit – $14.99