Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

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#850 Structure vs Autonomy Sep 17, 2023

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Struggling to implement structure whilst still giving your child some freedom? Three things every parent needs to know to successfully set rules, limits and boundaries in a way that supports your child's autonomy rather than detracting from it. (Replay)

3 basic psychological needs
Structure & boundary setting
Autonomy
Competence
Creating a sense of predictability
Swimming pool analogy
Command, control and conquer?
Justin shares a story from his new book
The Parenting Revolution

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#849 'How I Parent' With Dr Amantha Imber Sep 14, 2023

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A super-fast "How I Parent Lightning Round" with Dr Amantha Imber, founder of Inventium, host of the How I Work podcast. and author of Time Wise. (Replay)

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#848 And The Oscar Goes To... Sep 13, 2023

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With holidays just around the corner, we've dug out Justin and Kylie's massive family movie list - some fun inspiration for when you just need to put your feet up and have some family bonding time. (R)

- Find the complete list of Kylie & Justin's favourite movies, including ones for teenagers here!
- Movies & Kids: When is it ok for them to watch that? - A Happy Families Article
- Monster's Inc
- Brother Bear
- Finding Nemo
- Mulan
- Brave
- Moana
- The Lego Movie
- Wreck It Ralph
- Tarzan
- Pocahontas
- The Princess Bride
- The Greatest Showman
- The Sandlot Kids
- The Sound of Music
- Mary Poppins
- Spirit
- Toy Story
- How To Train a Dragon
- Cheaper By The Dozen
- National Treasure
- The Slipper & The Rose
- The King & I
- The Scarlet Pimpernel

Today is the Smells Like Teen Spirit Summit!

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#847 What's Up With WhatsApp? Shona Hendley on Toxic School Groups Sep 12, 2023

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We teach our kids to be safe, kind and respectful online - but are we taking our own advice?

Shona Hendley unpacks the negative repercussions of frequent sharing, oversharing and inappropriate sharing - and the steps Online School Parent Forums can take to set a good example for the next generation.

The School Carpark Mafia has moved to WhatsApp!
Shona Hendley's article: "Help! My school WhatsApp group is making me hate other parents!
Follow Kirra Pendergast at Safe on Social
Be a role model for your children
What are the legal issues surrounding online defamation and bullying?
Is airing grievances about other parents/students/teachers ever appropriate?
Advice for helping your child become a discerning digital citizen
3 Simple Tips for Managing Screen Time for the Whole Family - A Happy Families Article

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#846 An Honest Conversation Sep 11, 2023

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Frustrated by fibs and "tall stories"? Understand the WHY behind the LIE and learn how to respond honestly to your child's dishonesty - without rupturing relationships. (R)

Topics included in this episode -

Why do we lie?
Why do kids lie?
Lying is a developmental achievement
Theory of mind
Focus on the relationship
What to do when your child lies to you

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#845 Phones, Phubbing & Relationship Satisfaction Sep 10, 2023

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Are smartphones dumbing down relationships and making your marriage miserable? Four easy ways to help parents quit the phubbing and increase relationship satisfaction - without blame or judgement!

"Phubbing"
'More Scrolling, More Marital Problems' - from the Insitute for Families Studies
'How relationships come to an end and the scourge of the smartphone' - Andrew Sofin
What have phones and screens actually replaced?
The very real impacts of excessive phone usage
How screentime analysis can be helpful
Boundaries around screens for adults - how and why

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#844 Slow Down & Countdown to Calm Sep 07, 2023

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Hard to stay calm when your child is in fight or flight mode? Listen in for some emotion-regulating tools to add to your parenting tool kit - and discover why slowing down actually speeds things up!

Anxiety in kids
Mixing logic and emotions
Fight/ flight mode
Emotional intelligence
Slow down to go fast
Facing our own childhood experiences

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#843 This Week in Parenting: Egg Cracks & Lip Smacks Sep 06, 2023

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Is pranking your kids ever ok? And why are girls dropping out of sport? The big issue these two questions have in common is something every parent needs to talk about!

The egg-crack challenge
Kellie Scott's ABC Everyday interview with Kristyn Sommer
Long-term ramifications of pranks
Consent
Women's World Cup and the unwanted kiss
Girls, sport and the importance of female representation in higher levels
Body Image

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#842 Smells Like Teen Spirit Summit - Song Showdown Sep 05, 2023

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Parenting teens is like a kickass 90's playlist. Wild transitions, raw angst, and unexpected moments of reverberating depth. Find out how you can have more Nirvana, less drama... AND the actual kickass playlist!

The Happy Families Team has put together a "Smells Like Teen Spirit" Summit playlist!
Meet a world-class lineup of speakers
Play along with us - guess the song!
Get the low down on Summit topics including friendships, sex, and neurodiversity in adolescents
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#841 Getting on the Same Page Sep 04, 2023

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Is there tension and disagreement in your home when it comes to parenting? Improve your family life with three simple questions!