Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Justin speaks with Dr Catherine Ball about Girls, technology and looking towards the future.In this episode, they discuss: Gender equality and representation What parents can do to help give their kids the tools to flourish in the things that matter most to them How to steer our kids into technology avenues Learn more about Dr Catherine BallFor 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics included in this podcast: A listener question about how to help kids learn to take responsibility and ownership of their belongings without shaming them 5 ways to help our kids learn to be more responsible Justin and Kylie share a recent family experience where they practised what they preached Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in the Monday Mixed Bag: The 60 Minutes interview with Cleo Smith's parents. Citipointe Christian College's controversial contract. A letter that radio host Fitzy wrote to his son before he started high school. 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie reflect on their week and determine what they can do better next timeTopics included in this episode - Kylie's enjoying watching their girls' relationships strengthen since their move The Coulson's take a hot, sweaty walk 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics discussed in this episode: Teaching kids manners Being selfless is easy when being selfless is fun Focusing on the good and accept that the rough stuff will exist 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why some people go through hard times & grow from it and others don't Topics included in this podcast - Justin introduces Amy & her work 13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don't Do Why some people go through hard times & grow from it and others don't Our emotional wounds are like our physical wounds - you have to take care of them 3 things mentally strong people don't do 1. Waste time feeling sorry for themselves 2. Give away their power 3. Make the same mistakes over and over again 13 Things Strong Kids Do Kids need to be kept in the loop to avoid them drawing their own conclusions Kids need to feel heard. Validate their feelings. Make gratitude a process in your house Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What to do when you get sprung by the kids!Topics included in this episode - Guy Sebastian has shared about how he & his wife were 'caught in the act' Justin & Kylie share their own moments of exposure What should parents do in these moments? Teach kids to knock & what a closed door means Children need to hear about sex & intimacy via healthy conversations How to carve out time for intimacy 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Children all around the country are returning to school, and for many of those kids, it's a day of firsts.Topics covered in this episode: Coping with nerves and first-day fears, both for children and parents Giving our kids security and predictability around their schooling Coping with COVID and the fears and anxiety that can be present around the issues schools are facing Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin & Kylie share the story of their last minute sea change. Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Getting your morning routine happening again after the holidaysTopics included in this episode - The bucket metaphor - Connecting & correcting vs connecting 4 tips for making your mornings magic 1 - Your morning starts the night before 2 - Breakfast menu & lunch list 3 - Softly wake the children up a little earlier 4 - Don't tell, ask Kylie's tip - Use gentle reminders 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.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.