Pink lunch boxes, parenting confessions, and some truly terrible (but hilarious) kid jokes—this episode has it all! Justin shares a surprising "mea culpa" about a parenting stance he might have been too firm on, while Kylie opens up about their daughter's tough transition back to school and how they’re helping her navigate the overwhelm. Plus, a heartfelt listener shoutout and a laugh-out-loud joke about ADHD. Tune in for relatable parenting moments, thoughtful insights, and a few good giggles!

Key Insights:
Teen overwhelm requires patient, curious exploration
Using movies like Inside Out 2 can help explain emotions
Competition's impact depends on context and age
Sometimes feeling competent matters more than winning
Parents can and should revise their positions
The way we process experiences matters more than the experiences themselves
School transitions create multiple layers of challenge
Emotion coaching requires timing and patience

Quote of the Episode: "It's not about doing therapy, it's just about helping her to feel seen, heard, and valued so that you can move to a productive resolution."

Resources Mentioned:
Inside Out 2 movie
9 Ways to a Resilient Child book
9 Ways to a Resilient Child [The Course]
Happy Families

Action Steps for Parents:
Help children identify and understand their emotions before seeking solutions
Use relatable metaphors (like movies) to discuss complex feelings
Reconsider whether protecting children from competition might limit growth opportunities

Pink lunch boxes, parenting confessions, and some truly terrible (but hilarious) kid jokes&mdash;this episode has it all! Justin shares a surprising "mea culpa" about a parenting stance he might have been too firm on, while Kylie opens up about their daughter's tough transition back to school and how they&rsquo;re helping her navigate the overwhelm. Plus, a heartfelt listener shoutout and a laugh-out-loud joke about ADHD. Tune in for relatable parenting moments, thoughtful insights, and a few good giggles!
Key Insights:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Teen overwhelm requires patient, curious exploration</li>
<li aria-level="1">Using movies like Inside Out 2 can help explain emotions</li>
<li aria-level="1">Competition's impact depends on context and age</li>
<li aria-level="1">Sometimes feeling competent matters more than winning</li>
<li aria-level="1">Parents can and should revise their positions</li>
<li aria-level="1">The way we process experiences matters more than the experiences themselves</li>
<li aria-level="1">School transitions create multiple layers of challenge</li>
<li aria-level="1">Emotion coaching requires timing and patience</li>
</ul>
Quote of the Episode: "It's not about doing therapy, it's just about helping her to feel seen, heard, and valued so that you can move to a productive resolution."
Resources Mentioned:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Inside Out 2 movie</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.harpercollins.com.au/9780733334825/9-ways-to-a-resilient-child/">9 Ways to a Resilient Child</a> book</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/shop/product/9-ways-to-a-resilient-child-course">9 Ways to a Resilient Child [The Course]</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.happyfamilies.com.au">Happy Families</a></li>
</ul>
Action Steps for Parents:
<ol>
<li aria-level="1">Help children identify and understand their emotions before seeking solutions</li>
<li aria-level="1">Use relatable metaphors (like movies) to discuss complex feelings</li>
<li aria-level="1">Reconsider whether protecting children from competition might limit growth opportunities</li>
</ol>

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.

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.

The Happy families podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now.

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

#1176 - Competition and Kids: A Fresh Perspective

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