Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Topics discussed in this episode -  Justin's been doing PR for his new book - The Parenting Revolution Kylie has an 'aha' moment while she reads Justin's new book Needs supportive parenting Unconditional love Justin has a moment with 3 of his daughters Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Justin shares the latest academic studies related to parenting Topics discussed in this episode -  Who would you seek support from if you were experiencing a personal or emotional problem? Teens experience the highs & lows of life at a greater intensity Girls experience greater emotional instability than boys Awe by Dacher Keltner Move in nature Research articles mentioned Survey says mum's the top source of emotional support for Australian young people Understanding Emotion in Adolescents: A Review of Emotional Frequency, Intensity, Instability, and Clarity Awe Sparks Prosociality in Children Exercise more effective than medicines to manage mental health Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin shares a sneak peek from the upcoming teen summit with Dr Leonard Sax Topics included in this episode - Dr Sax speaks about his book Boys Adrift Why is there a large portion of young men that don't feel motivated to work? Gender discrepancies What, Why & How Women are looking for equal mates The Collapse of Parenting Boy's current role models  Objectification of women Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about Grandparents that aren't so helpful Topics included in this episode - Kylie has an ideal view of what her Grandparenting experience will look like Grandparents will do things differently, and that's okay Justin shares a memory about how he dealt with their parents as Grandparents Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie discuss how to praise a child - and why you shouldn't Topics included in this episode - The way we give feedback to our children matters Why people praise Attempting to boost our child's self esteem We praise the kids that we think need it It feels like it's right to say nice things The paradoxical effects of praise & criticism on perceived ability 'That's not beautiful, that's incredibly beautiful' Inflated praise decreases challenge seeking in children with low self esteem The effects of praise on children's intrinsic motivation  The right way to praise a child Ask questions It takes practice Say what you see Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next time Topics discussed in this episode -  Couple wants to name their baby after the devil Justin presents at the Resilient Kids Conference Justin spends some quality time with his daughter The Tooth Fairy is rich! The eldest Coulson daughter is craving attention Kylie gets some help around the house Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the podcast it's time for Book Club!  Justin and Kylie talk all about the books that have been on the bedside table this past month. Books mentioned in this episode: Love Stories by Trent Dalton The Wedding Party by Cathy Kelly I’ll Leave This With You by Kylie Ladd The 100 Years of Lenni and Margot by Marianne Cronin The Making of Men by Dr Arne Rubinstein Man Raises Boy by Rob Sturrock Gina Rinehart - The Untold Story of the Richest Woman in the World by Adele Ferguson The Changing World Order - Why Nations Succeed or Fail by Ray Dalio Magic Words by Jonah Berger Testosterone - The Story of the Hormone that Dominates and Divides Us by Carole Hooven Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin speaks with Julie about teenagers & anxiety Topics included in this episode - Sneak peek of Julie's summit conversation Definition of adult Why do adults not feel like adults? Parental anxiety & control Anxiety In Children Have you fulfilled your potential? We are our child's best role model Find out more about Julie Lythcott-Haims Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie answer a listener's question about friendship difficulties Topics included in this episode - The difference between boy & girl play Justin shares a recent study  Boys use their bodies, girls use their words Friendship issue solutions Optionality equals resilience  Control Give them the opportunity come up with their own ideas Contact the school Get to know other families Avoidance reinforces anxiety Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie discuss The Parenting Revolution webinar Topics included in this episode - Sneak peek for tonight's webinar - The Parenting Revolution Kylie hasn't read Justin's new book Parenting styles The history of parenting The parenting style model Need Supportive Parenting 3 basic psychological needs Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families Email us your questions and comments at podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.