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Differentiation between thinking and feeling -
Family members must learn to recognize their feelings but also learn how to plan their lives rather than act entirely on emotion. It can be assumed that many family problems are caused by family members emotional reactivity.

Differentiation of self and others in the family -
Individuals should follow their own beliefs rather than make decisions based on the reactivity of others. This should be done without being defensive or attacking others.