It can be easy to forget who we were before becoming parents. But that’s part of the beauty of parenthood! Being a parent allows us to experience personal growth as we tap into new strengths and creativity. We get to make intentional choices about who we will become, and to change the trajectory of our lives. Why then do we often think that we're boring now that we’re parents?

(R) This episode originally aired 13/10/22.

In this episode:
Kylie’s friend who feels lost after becoming a mum
"I'm so boring!"
Ideas for creativity through those hard years when you feel exhausted
Why we keep growing all throughout life
Finding joy in the mundane
Missing life before kids
Dan Gilbert: The psychology of your future self | TED

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Related links: 
How Being a Mum Can Pump Up Your Résumé
Life Lessons Every Child (And Adult) Can Learn

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It can be easy to forget who we were before becoming parents. But that’s part of the beauty of parenthood! Being a parent allows us to experience personal growth as we tap into new strengths and creativity. We get to make intentional choices about who we will become, and to change the trajectory of our lives. Why then do we often think that we're boring now that we’re parents?
(R) This episode originally aired 13/10/22.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li>Kylie’s friend who feels lost after becoming a mum</li>
<li>"I'm so boring!"</li>
<li>Ideas for creativity through those hard years when you feel exhausted</li>
<li>Why we keep growing all throughout life</li>
<li>Finding joy in the mundane</li>
<li>Missing life before kids</li>
<li><a href="https://vialogue.wordpress.com/2014/06/03/ted-dan-gilbert-the-psychology-of-your-future-self/">Dan Gilbert: The psychology of your future self | TED</a></li>
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Related links: 
<ul>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/how-being-a-mum-can-pump-up-your-resume">How Being a Mum Can Pump Up Your Résumé</a></li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/life-lessons-every-child-and-adult-can-learn">Life Lessons Every Child (And Adult) Can Learn</a></li>
</ul>
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The Happy families podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.

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