One moment he was riding his bike. The next, he was unconscious on the side of the road with no memory of what had happened.

This week on I'll Do Better Tomorrow, Justin shares the terrifying cycling accident that left him with a severe concussion, stitches, black eyes, and a completely missing memory of the crash itself.

As the family prepares for their daughter's wedding day, the experience becomes a powerful reminder that life can change in an instant — and that the people we love need to know exactly how much they matter.

It's a deeply personal conversation about mortality, gratitude, family, and the moments we so often assume we'll get again tomorrow.

KEY POINTS:
• Justin's near-fatal cycling accident and the frightening reality of memory loss after concussion.
• The technology that helped Kylie locate him quickly after the crash.
• Why families should always know where loved ones are and how to contact them.
• The importance of treating ordinary moments as if they might be the last.
• Navigating the emotional complexity of celebrating a wedding while processing trauma.
• What parents learn when another child leaves home and starts a new chapter.

QUOTE OF THE EPISODE:
"Treat this moment like it might be the last time — the last hug, the last meal, the last ordinary day together."

RESOURCES MENTIONED:
• Garmin incident detection and emergency notifications.
• The "Last Time Meditation" concept.
• Happy Families podcast episodes on presence and family connection.

ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS:
Make sure your family knows where you're going and how to reach you in an emergency.
Review emergency contacts and safety features on your devices.
Be fully present during everyday family moments this week.
Tell the people you love that you love them — explicitly and often.
Spend time reflecting on what matters most and whether your priorities align with it.

One moment he was riding his bike. The next, he was unconscious on the side of the road with no memory of what had happened.
This week on I'll Do Better Tomorrow, Justin shares the terrifying cycling accident that left him with a severe concussion, stitches, black eyes, and a completely missing memory of the crash itself.
As the family prepares for their daughter's wedding day, the experience becomes a powerful reminder that life can change in an instant &mdash; and that the people we love need to know exactly how much they matter.
It's a deeply personal conversation about mortality, gratitude, family, and the moments we so often assume we'll get again tomorrow.
KEY POINTS: &bull; Justin's near-fatal cycling accident and the frightening reality of memory loss after concussion. &bull; The technology that helped Kylie locate him quickly after the crash. &bull; Why families should always know where loved ones are and how to contact them. &bull; The importance of treating ordinary moments as if they might be the last. &bull; Navigating the emotional complexity of celebrating a wedding while processing trauma. &bull; What parents learn when another child leaves home and starts a new chapter.
QUOTE OF THE EPISODE: "Treat this moment like it might be the last time &mdash; the last hug, the last meal, the last ordinary day together."
RESOURCES MENTIONED: &bull; Garmin incident detection and emergency notifications. &bull; The "Last Time Meditation" concept. &bull; Happy Families podcast episodes on <a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/whose-cup-are-you-filling">presence</a> and <a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/connection">family connection.</a>
ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS:
<ol>
<li>Make sure your family knows where you're going and how to reach you in an emergency.</li>
<li>Review emergency contacts and safety features on your devices.</li>
<li>Be fully present during everyday family moments this week.</li>
<li>Tell the people you love that you love them &mdash; explicitly and often.</li>
<li>Spend time reflecting on what matters most and whether your priorities align with it.</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

A Concussion, A Wedding and What Matters Most

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