Talk, play your way to a healthy family Published Oct. 29, 2010 Federal Occupational Health TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Every family is different, yet one theme is universal: healthy families make time to talk, plan, play, laugh and work together. You can learn how to achieve this with your family with a simple click. Log on to www.FOH4YOU.com to access Healthy Family Relationships in the Spotlight section. Once there, you'll also find self-assessment tools that reveal how you can impact your family dynamics. You'll also find tips on building family relationships, overcoming common communication obstacles and making your time together count. Tune in to the FOH Podcast "Family Communications Tools" to learn practical ways to build and maintain strong communication skills among family members at any age and any stage. This Podcast is available on the website under Tools, On Demand Learning, Webinar Recordings and Podcasts. Play Together -- Here are a few activities that your whole family can do together. And you know what they say: the family that plays together stays together! -- Look at family photos or videos together and reminisce. -- Have a family game night with your own family. -- Plant a family garden. Everyone pick a favorite vegetable to plant! -- Start a family heritage book. Write down favorite family traditions, remember special events, collect favorite recipes. Log on to www.FOH4YOU.com to access Healthy Family Relationships and other helpful resources in the Spotlight section. You'll learn tips to keep communication lines open and build family strengths. Remember, strong families don't just happen. They grow and thrive over time by sharing simple everyday moments together. Start growing yours.