Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Topics discussed in this episode: adjusting to returning to school building hope for the future empowering children to overcome challenges For a happy family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie discuss their all-time favourite movies A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood Consistency matters Keep your promises The signature of mediocracy is chronic inconsistency Get your house in order For a happy family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Dr Amy Graham discusses data collected from a study on digital devices & children The power of an example is the most effective way to effect change Digital distractions Parent concerns Using devices after bedtime Screens as babysitters Screen limits #113 Technology In Our Schools (Featuring Dr Amy Graham)Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie has a minor car mishap When things go wrong, remember that people matter, things don't For a happy family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: We can do hard things together You've got to love the hills because the hills make you strong Challenge - do something hard together as a family For a happy family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Sometimes we need to lighten up in the parenting game Challenge - practise saying "yes" to the kids, see what happens For a happy family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: It's not your job as a parent to fix every challenge your child may face Challenge for older kids - when things aren't going well, help your kids by being a support system as they find solutions to the problem Challenge for younger kids - if the task before them is too big, don't fix it for them but fix it with them For a happy family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin speaks with Kimberly Ewertz about her own experience with divorce and her book Family Redefined How do parents tell their kids that they are separating? What impact does divorce have on children? A child's identity is their family What's the best thing to do to ameliorate the negative effects your child may experience from a family rupture? Learn more about Kimberly Ewertz's book Family Redefined.Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: When you criticise a child, they don't stop loving you. They stop loving themselves Turn criticism into unconditional love Challenge - help your child feel like they matter or belong, no matter what they do. For a happy family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Kids spell love T-I-M-E Connection is the currency of relationships Challenge - find one way to connect with your children For a happy family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie share our Little Wins Wednesday Winner from last week The youngest Miss Coulson receives a bedroom makeover Letting go of our own agendas Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie respond to an email from a listener about breaking bad parenting habits The habit loop - cue, craving, response, reward. The product of parenting is not the child, it's the parent The only way to raise great kids is to be great ourselves How to break a habit Decide ahead of time what you're going to do instead Practice, practice, practice Under pressure we revert to our most practiced behaviour Hold the mirror up to yourself after every interaction James Clear Atomic HabitsPurchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie speak with Mark McCrindle about his book Generation Alpha How generation labels came to be What's going to happen to Generation Alpha? What do parents need to focus on? Don't outsource your parenting -Delay the access-Communicate the values-Behavioural skills-AccountabilityLearn more about Mark McCrindle and his book Generation AlphaFor a happy family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's coming up to the mid-year school break and while that means holidays it also means report card season.In this episode Justin discusses why you should throw your child's report card straight into the bin, and why report cards are unhelpful, especially for our younger students.You can read The Case Against Grades by Alfie Kohn here.For a happy family, try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: The Coulson family experience the loss of their dog Benson The Coulson daughters grieve in their own ways Kylie shares a beautiful poem about what we can learn from dogs Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie had a really great experience having an intimate conversation with her oldest daughter Justin announces the Little Wins Wednesday winner from last week Justin's 17 year old gets her drivers license Kylie is hanging on by a thread Podcast episode mentioned by our Little Wins Wednesday winner - #278 Teens in TroublePurchase a ticket to Sex & Sensibility or find it in your Happy Families Membership.Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Content warning - this episode includes mature themes*Topics discussed in this episode: Kids Helpline counsellors started seeing a need in teens during Covid19 99% increase in duty of care In Victoria that percentage increased to 184% Lockdown, loss of peers, additional pressure on families, job loss The more lockdowns, the greater the risk of mental health problems What parents can do to protect their children Kids just want someone to listen to them If you or anyone you know needs help, please don't hesitate to call Kids Helpline or ParentlinePurchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Content warning - this episode includes mature themes*Topics discussed in this episode: Jess gets personal and shares her backstory to how she came to write this book What can mentors do to prevent substance abuse in kids? How to know if you're relying on substances too much Legalisation The opposite of addiction is connection Justin gets personal and shares about his extended family's experiences with alcohol Risk factors & prevention measures Jessica Lahey - Author of The Addiction InoculationPurchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: What to do when the expert's parenting techniques 'don't work' Getting parenting right isn't about habits, it's about our hearts Are we supposed to intervene? Knowing when to step out The vicious cycle For a happier family try a Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With it being a public holiday for most of the country today, Dr Justin keeps it short and simple on the podcast so that you can spend more time with your family!In this tip Justin asks the question - how much do your kids know about their families stories?Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Families Membership. Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.