“Eating dinner together regularly provides more than good nutrition; it enables family members to share their days with each other, relax, laugh, discuss social issues and strengthen family relationships,” says Janet Peterson, author of the book, Remedies For The ‘I Don’t Cook’ Syndrome. Before you’re tempted to skip the dinner table convo and head straight for the couch with your meal, think about how just 30 minutes with your family could benefit your entire household environment! Powertochange.com has more advice on the small but influential family activity.