Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

Topics discussed in this episode: Melinda shares about the story of Chanel Contost Sexist culture grooms sexist boys The porn industry is corrosive to connection Consent education is setting the bar far too low We must address the conditioning role of pornography How can we teach consent in our own home? Learn more about Melinda Tankard Reist & Collective Shout Purchase How to Talk To Your Kid...

Topics discussed in this episode: Watch Justin's viral Goalcast Video Autonomy supported parenting Do we trust that our children will make the right decisions? Strength based parenting Defining strengths Join Kylie for the final week of Book Club via our Happy Families Membership . Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our Happy Families Membership . Because a happy family doesn't jus...

Topics discussed in this episode: Tonight's Happy Families Member Webinar on Parenting on the Same Page John Gottman's research around how you not only take on a set of problems with your spouse or partner, but you become a set of problems for them You can't change your spouse/partner Trusting your partner Purchase The Do's & Don't of Discipline or find it in our Happy Families Membership . Be...

Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie went on a road trip with her girls & used some conversation starters with the kids Kylie shares a story about something naughty she did as a kid Justin has started running with his daughter every morning & they came across an obstacle Conversation starters - The Art of Conversation Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in your Happy Familie...

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie discuss 3 pieces of research Teenagers & sleep 3 E's of effective discipline Boys & reading How our children have faired during Covid19 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 Families Email us your questions and comments at  podc...

Topics discussed in this episode: Susie shares about how she got to this point in her career Comparing how our parents parented vs how we parent Permission to parent the way you want to Learn to say yes/no when you want to Learn more about Susie O'Brien or purchase her book The Secret to Half-Arsed Parenting Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in your Happy Families Membership...

Topics discussed in this episode: A sneak peek into what they'll be discussing in Book Club tonight Kylie shares about a not-so-nice memorable experience from school We are wired for resilience Fixed mindsets Justin shares the story of Olly Neal Join Kylie for week 3 of Book Club in our Happy Families Membership . Because a happy family doesn't just happen! Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens Pur...

Topics discussed in this episode: Making friends gets trickier the older we get Has it become taboo to just show up at a friend's house? The positive impacts of sharing intimate relationships with those around us 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 Families Email us your questions and c...

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin took one of his daughters on a Daddy-Daughter date Kylie shares about an experience she had with their youngest daughter #208 I'll Do Better Tomorrow Bluey Sleepytime episode 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...

*Mature content warning. This is not an episode suitable for children* Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie speak with Rebecca Sparrow Who is responsible for teaching students about consent? What are we missing when teaching our children about sex? Consent isn't only about sex Personal boundaries Permission & respect Justin reads from his book Miss-Connection , page 204-206 Pur...

Topics discussed in this episode: Gossip is a healthy form of curiosity How to foster boredom in your children with the down sides Susan answers some rapid fire questions from Kylie & Justin Find out more about Susan Engel & her books The Hungry Mind & The Intellectual Lives of Children Listen to the other 2 podcasts here - #206 Curious Kids with Susan Engel & #211 We Don't Need To...

Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie shares some sneak peeks into this week's Book Club topics The marshmallow experiment Self control can be taught Adversity, Belief & Consequence Ethan Kross podcast episode - #128 Self Control Can Be A Learned Behaviour (Featuring Ethan Kross) Episode with Taryn - #207 Taming That Voice Inside Your Head Join Kylie for Book Club on 9 Ways to a Resilient Ch...

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin's life motto is "Always bite off more than you can chew!" 3 tips to help you create margin in your life "The things that matter most must never be at the mercy of the things that matter least." - Steven R. Covey 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 F...

Topics discussed in this episode: The Coulson's experienced a first in over 20 years of parenting Justin's decided he's not paying up anymore! 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 Families Email us your questions and comments at  podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au . See omnystudio.com/listene...

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin & Kylie had a rough night with their youngest in their bed What is the best time to put the kids to bed? Routine is everything Sleep hygiene 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 Families Email us your questio...

Topics discussed in this episode: How do we help our children become more curious? Allow children opportunities to be surprised Let go of the idea that you need to be right and to know everything Learn the pleasure of not knowing things Find out more about Susan Engel & her books The Hungry Mind & The Intellectual Lives of Children Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our Hap...

Topics discussed in this episode: Sneak peeks into what you'll be learning from 9 Ways to a Resilient Child Responsive parenting Why are winners less resilient? Purchase 9 Ways to a Resilient Child and join Kylie for Book Club 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 Hap...

Topics discussed in this episode: Cathy joins Justin & Kylie on the podcast & shares her thoughts on 21 Days to a Happier Family Where does the sense of inadequacy come from for parents? Justin shares an excerpt from his book 21 Days to a Happier Family Purchase a Spacetalk Adventurer Watch Purchase 21 Days to a Happier Family For a happier family, try a Happy Families Membership . Because...

Topics discussed in this episode: Kylie shares a funny story about how her gym sessions are going Justin shares about their quarterly getaway The youngest Miss Coulson has been struggling getting back into structured life Justin shares about how he apologised to one of his daughters Purchase a Spacetalk Adventurer Watch Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our Happy Families...

Topics discussed in this episode: A listener wrote into the show with a curly question for Justin & Kylie Could there be an indirect impact on our children based on what we say about ourselves? Intergenerational transfer of cognitive mindset Tips on how to filter our own mindsets Self-talk Our words create our worlds Purchase a Spacetalk Adventurer Watch Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Disci...

Topics discussed in this episode: Susan shares about her childhood & her family now How do you balance the tension between letting children have a childhood vs giving their children opportunities via extra curricular activities One of the most important things parents can do with their children (and it's not hard!) Find out more about Susan Engel & her books The Hungry Mind & The Intel...

Topics discussed in this episode: The theory behind homework The benefits of homework What are Justin's grievances with homework? Find the letter Justin sends to his children's teachers - The Homework Letter I Send To School Each Year Purchase a Spacetalk Adventurer Watch Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our Happy Families Membership . Because a happy family doesn't just happen!...

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin shares a sneak peek into tonight's webinar, Teaching Kids Kindness . Justin & Kylie share what they were like as a big brother & sister What are the skills a parent needs to be a good parent? Justin shares a simple but effective technique for how to deal with sibling conflict Why is 'punishing in private' terrible advice? Purchase a Spacetalk Advent...

Topics discussed in this episode: Justin needs to do better at remembering to put the bins out Parenting is not about the children, it's about the parents Kylie shares the moments that make mother heart sing Justin had a terrible, no good, very bad week Parenting is the ultimate self developing course Purchase a Spacetalk Adventurer Watch Purchase Tweens, Teens & Screens or find it in our Happ...

Topics discussed in this episode: 3 secrets to strengthening your relationship as a couple Connection is being seen, heard & valued Justin shares what he does every time he passes Kylie Purchase a Spacetalk Adventurer Watch 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 Families Email us your qu...