One honest conversation. One brave decision. One life changed.

In this I’ll Do Better Tomorrow episode, Kylie shares a moment she almost dismissed — until a handwritten letter revealed the unimaginable impact it had. We also unpack why goals often fail kids, how habits quietly heal, and what happens when parents choose courage over convention. This is about noticing what’s not working… and acting before it’s too late.

KEY POINTS
Why focusing on who your child is becoming matters more than hitting a goal
How movement reduces anxiety and low mood (even when it doesn’t “make you happy”)
The quiet warning signs parents often miss
Why “the best school” isn’t always the right school
How one conversation gave a mum the courage to act — and likely saved a life
A powerful reminder: resilience doesn’t grow alone, it grows in relationships

QUOTE OF THE EPISODE

“So often we keep doing the same thing, hoping it will get better — but nothing changes until we act.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED
Happy Families — parenting courses and support
Parenting ADHD [The Course] (happyfamilies.com.au)
The Industry School (alternative education option discussed)

ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS
Get curious, not furious: ask why before fixing
Shift goals into habits — focus on daily ways of being
Watch energy, mood, and behaviour for quiet signals
If something isn’t working, give yourself permission to choose again
Have the brave conversation — it might matter more than you realise

One honest conversation. One brave decision. One life changed.
In this I&rsquo;ll Do Better Tomorrow episode, Kylie shares a moment she almost dismissed &mdash; until a handwritten letter revealed the unimaginable impact it had. We also unpack why goals often fail kids, how habits quietly heal, and what happens when parents choose courage over convention. This is about noticing what&rsquo;s not working&hellip; and acting before it&rsquo;s too late.
KEY POINTS
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Why focusing on who your child is becoming matters more than hitting a goal</li>
<li aria-level="1">How movement reduces anxiety and low mood (even when it doesn&rsquo;t &ldquo;make you happy&rdquo;)</li>
<li aria-level="1">The quiet warning signs parents often miss</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why &ldquo;the best school&rdquo; isn&rsquo;t always the right school</li>
<li aria-level="1">How one conversation gave a mum the courage to act &mdash; and likely saved a life</li>
<li aria-level="1">A powerful reminder: resilience doesn&rsquo;t grow alone, it grows in relationships</li>
</ul>
QUOTE OF THE EPISODE
&ldquo;So often we keep doing the same thing, hoping it will get better &mdash; but nothing changes until we act.&rdquo;
RESOURCES MENTIONED
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.happyfamilies.com.au">Happy Families</a> &mdash; parenting courses and support</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/shop/product/parenting-adhd-the-course">Parenting ADHD [The Course]</a> (happyfamilies.com.au)</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://theindustryschool.com.au/">The Industry School</a> (alternative education option discussed)</li>
</ul>
ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Get curious, not furious: ask why before fixing</li>
<li aria-level="1">Shift goals into habits &mdash; focus on daily ways of being</li>
<li aria-level="1">Watch energy, mood, and behaviour for quiet signals</li>
<li aria-level="1">If something isn&rsquo;t working, give yourself permission to choose again</li>
<li aria-level="1">Have the brave conversation &mdash; it might matter more than you realise</li>
</ul>

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

I'll Do Better Tomorrow - Kylie Saves a Life

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