Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Your brain is like a monkey—constantly jumping around, thinking of what to say next, and rarely focused on what others are sharing. Learning to shut up and truly listen, especially during those key moments when your child is trying to tell you something important, is perhaps life's most difficult skill. This preview of Saturday's full interview with Ross Judd reveals why listening is so challenging and how three simple steps can transform your connections with those you love. Quote of the Episode: "When we engage, the actual main thing to do here is actually to do nothing. We're not having to fix a problem. We're not having to find solutions. What we actually need to do is to be quiet." - Kylie Coulson Key Points: Don't try to actively listen every minute of every day—it's exhausting and unrealistic. Look for clues that indicate someone really needs to talk (unusual behaviour or emotional signals). When these important moments occur, engage fully by staying quiet and using neutral phrases like