How to have a conversation that doesn't lead to conflict




Topics discussed in today's podcast:
Fights that parents have to have with their kids
Sleeping & eating
Friends, parties & sleepovers
Social media, alcohol & drugs, intimacy, pornography, dress
What matters is how we have the conflict
It's worth having a fight if their safety is at risk
How to have a conversation that doesn't lead to conflict
Justin's ladder metaphor
The relationship should always come first
It's not worth going to war over preferences
Preferences vs principles




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How to have a conversation that doesn't lead to conflict Topics discussed in today's podcast:<ul>
<li>Fights that parents have to have with their kids</li>
<li>Sleeping &amp; eating</li>
<li>Friends, parties &amp; sleepovers</li>
<li>Social media, alcohol &amp; drugs, intimacy, pornography, dress</li>
<li>What matters is how we have the conflict</li>
<li>It's worth having a fight if their safety is at risk</li>
<li>How to have a conversation that doesn't lead to conflict</li>
<li>Justin's ladder metaphor</li>
<li>The relationship should always come first</li>
<li>It's not worth going to war over preferences</li>
<li>Preferences vs principles</li>
</ul> Purchase <a href="https://www.happyfamilies.com.au/shop/product/a-parents-guide-to-autism">A Parent's Guide to Autism</a> or find it in your <a href="https://www.happyfamilies.com.au/membership/parents">Happy Families Membership</a> - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/happyfamilies.au/">Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families</a>Email us your questions and comments at <a href="mailto:podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au">podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au</a>

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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.

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

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#522 10 Fights Worth Having With Your Kids

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