Girls can really struggle with friendship issues, particularly when lacking the maturity and skills to properly navigate these tricky situations.

These powerful ideas and practical solutions will help you support your child when they encounter friend troubles - giving them options and building resilience without trying to jump in and "fix it".

 

Topics included in this episode -

• The difference between boy & girl play
• Boys use their bodies, girls use their words
• Optionality equals resilience 
• Autonomy, and feeling seen, heard and valued
• When should the school get involved?
• Avoidance reinforces anxiety
• Things you can you do to help your daughter
• Why Your Kids Need a Tribe - a Happy Families article

 

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To praise, or not to praise? That is the question!

Is praise actually decreasing your child's intrinsic motivation, and encouraging comparison and competition?

Learn the science of how to praise a child - and why you really shouldn't! (Replay)

Topics included in this episode -

• The way we give feedback to our children matters
• Why do people use praise?
• 'Podcast Episode #150 "Unconditional Parenting, with Alfie Kohn"
• What is the right way to praise a child?
• Why we should end the praise craze - a Happy Families webinar
• The Most Important Words We Can Say To Our Children - a Happy Families article
• Asking questions
• How to help our kids listen to - and express - their inner voice
• The paradoxical effects of praise & criticism on perceived ability' - Meyer
• "That's Not Just Beautiful-That's Incredibly Beautiful!" - Brummelman
• 'The effects of praise on children's intrinsic motivation' - Henderlong & Lepper

 

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Daniel H. Pink is the author of five New York Times bestsellers, including his latest, The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward. 

His other books include the New York Times bestsellers When and A Whole New Mind — as well as the #1 New York Times bestsellers Drive and To Sell is Human. 

Dan’s books have won multiple awards, have been translated into 42 languages, and have sold millions of copies around the world. He lives in Washington, DC, with his family. 

Today on the podcast, Justin talks to Dan about his parenting style, parenting tips and thoughts on family life in a Happy Families Lightning Round.

Hear more from Dan in Episode #629 as he talks with Justin about The Power of Regret

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Motherhood can often be accompanied by an overwhelming loss of identity.

So how do you "find yourself" again? 

Three things every mum should do in their quest to develop a sense of self; how to rewrite the script, and the art of finding satisfaction and joy in life again. (Replay)

 

Topics included in this episode -

• Kylie shares a recent article from Kylie's Corner (monthly articles written by Kylie exclusively for our Happy Families Premium Members).  
• Adult friendships
• Sense of identity - feeling lost or stuck?
• When life feels all-consuming
• Embracing discomfort
• Some big questions to ask yourself!
• Job satisfaction
• Who and what lights you up?
• Looking after yourself - a Happy Families article

 

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Are you constantly rushing your child? Is the "Mum guilt" creeping in?

Practical solutions to building relationships, maintaining the fun AND learning how to slow life down a little.  (Replay)

 

• Intentional parenting
• Emotional regulation
• The importance of routine & structure 
• Breathing techniques
• Fast is Slow and Slow is Fast - a Happy Families article
• Transitions - a Happy Families article
• Creating margin - a Happy Families podcast
• What to do When Kids Won't Listen - a Happy Families article

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Do you feel like you are doing it all? Are you spent with nothing more to give? And what is the secret to actually showing up, in whatever capacity that may look like?

Learn how to make "a plan of kindness" to ensure your partnership works - sharing the load together. (Replay)

 

• What is a partnership?
• Brene Brown suggests marriage and relationships are never 50/50 in terms of energy, patience and kindness. 
• Should we always strive to give 100%? 
• Communication is key
• Compassion and kindness
• How focusing on the division of labour can doom a relationship!
• Plan for and communicate when you have nothing more to give
• 3 questions to ask your partner

 

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Struggling to implement structure whilst still giving your child some freedom? Three things every parent needs to know to successfully set rules, limits and boundaries in a way that supports your child's autonomy rather than detracting from it.   (Replay)

 

• 3 basic psychological needs 
• Structure & boundary setting
• Autonomy
• Competence
• Creating a sense of predictability
• Swimming pool analogy
• Command, control and conquer?
• Justin shares a story from his new book 
• The Parenting Revolution

 

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A super-fast "How I Parent Lightning Round" with Dr Amantha Imber, founder of Inventium, host of the How I Work podcast. and author of Time Wise.  (Replay)

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With holidays just around the corner, we've dug out Justin and Kylie's massive family movie list - some fun inspiration for when you just need to put your feet up and have some family bonding time.   (R)

 

• • Find the complete list of Kylie & Justin's favourite movies, including ones for teenagers here!
  • Movies & Kids: When is it ok for them to watch that? - A Happy Families Article
  • Monster's Inc
  • Brother Bear
  • Finding Nemo
  • Mulan
  • Brave
  • Moana
  • The Lego Movie
  • Wreck It Ralph
  • Tarzan
  • Pocahontas
  • The Princess Bride
  • The Greatest Showman
  • The Sandlot Kids
  • The Sound of Music
  • Mary Poppins
  • Spirit
  • Toy Story
  • How To Train a Dragon
  • Cheaper By The Dozen
  • National Treasure
  • The Slipper & The Rose
  • The King & I
  • The Scarlet Pimpernel

 

Today is the Smells Like Teen Spirit Summit!

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We teach our kids to be safe, kind and respectful online - but are we taking our own advice?

Shona Hendley unpacks the negative repercussions of frequent sharing, oversharing and inappropriate sharing - and the steps Online School Parent Forums can take to set a good example for the next generation.

 

• The School Carpark Mafia has moved to WhatsApp!
• Shona Hendley's article: "Help! My school WhatsApp group is making me hate other parents!
• Follow Kirra Pendergast at Safe on Social
• Be a role model for your children
• What are the legal issues surrounding online defamation and bullying?
• Is airing grievances about other parents/students/teachers ever appropriate?
• Advice for helping your child become a discerning digital citizen
• 3 Simple Tips for Managing Screen Time for the Whole Family - A Happy Families Article

 

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