Two Sides of Family Interaction
Family members interact in two fashions, outward and inward. Both sides of family interaction affect the dynamics of the family and the self-image of the individual member. The outward interaction is how members respond and overtly interact with one another. The inner interaction has more to do with each member’s perception of interacting. Perceptions can carry more influence than the reality of the act or interaction. And, perceptions as we know are influenced by individual personality differences, previous experience, and self-image. The fact that there are two sides to family interaction make family dynamics much more complex and account for family members harboring different feelings and perceptions of the same event.
