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: Notice that even the kids (like Alex or Manny) are often the wisest people in the room. Treat every family member's perspective with equal importance.

: Life is full of it. As the series finale reminds us, you can fight change or make the best of it—and it’s much easier when you have people who love you helping you face it. Quick Troubleshooting Tips modern family

The show teaches that while every family has its own "sub-brand" (the traditional Dunphys, the multicultural Pritchetts, and the Tucker-Pritchetts), they all function best when they stick together. : Notice that even the kids (like Alex

: If you're trying to declutter, expect resistance. Luke and Phil probably can't bear to part with anything. As the series finale reminds us, you can

Watch Phil Dunphy demonstrate the essential 'support over solutions' technique to keep the peace at home:

: If you're helping a sibling become "popular," don't let them tell their new friends they "love homework".