Family Traditions Around Asia
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“In our family, we always eat dinner together at the table, we wait for everyone before we begin, and no one leaves until everyone finishes. It’s became a habit, and reminds us to slow down and be present with each other. - Raising the Next Generation, Hong Kong
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“Spending time at the farm has become our favorite family holiday tradition. Seeing my son light up as he feeds the cows, rides the horses, and plays with the rabbits—not to mention petting the iguanas and pythons!—is amazing. It is hands-down the best way for us to unplug from the world and reconnect with one another.” – Family Man, Indonesia
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"During Home Evening, after the spiritual part our family usually plays ludo together and enjoys traditional Pakistani snacks like samosas and jalebi." – Daughter, Sister and Friend, Pakistan
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"In our family, when the season arrives, we go to our cashew nut farm. We carried plastic bags or a basket to pick the red cashew fruit from the tree. We raced to see who got more fruit. It’s just a way to be together as a family." – Mother of Three, Cambodia
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“In our family, we always pack up and camp somewhere new during the holidays—we never repeat the same place, so we never quite know what to expect. From cosy spots to mosquito-filled nights, these trips bring us closer together and teach our boys to embrace adventure and the outdoors.” - Raising Two Little Explorers, Malaysia
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“We always set goals together at the beginning of the year and share with one another. Not every goal is achieved in the end, but throughout the year we often see how these plans help our family become unified and grow.” - Parent of One Energetic Boy, Taiwan
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"Every night, after our dinner, we always go out for a ride with our motorbike around downtown and share about our day, the blessings we receive and what we want to plan for our future." – Fun Dad, Vietnam
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“We always have dessert after Home Evening, without fail. It is something all of us (not just the kids, the adults too!) look forward to after Home Evening.” – Father of Three, Singapore
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“The one thing we never skip is gratitude—taking time each day to appreciate our blessings and each other.” – Single Parent, India
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“In our family, we always say "I love you" every day. It has become something we never miss saying—not even for a single day. Even when we argue, we make up, apologize, and never forget to say, "I love you." – Proud Mother, Thailand
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