How do you make family dinners more meaningful?

I usually add a ritual to dinners, like letting one person share a story from their past, or playing light music in the background. Sometimes we even exchange handwritten notes on the dining table. These little creative touches make ordinary dinners memorable.

Instead of only eating, turn dinners into conversation time. Keep phones away, ask questions like “what made you happy today?” or “what challenge did you face this week?” This small practice makes everyone feel heard. Food fills the stomach, but good talks fill the heart.