Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

From Crashed Cars to Father’s Day Joy: Why “People Matter, Things Don’t”


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What will your kids remember most about you? It’s probably not what you think… 

Ever felt Father’s Day pressure - the gifts, the expectations, the hope it all comes together? In this episode, Justin & Kylie open up about low expectations, the best Father’s Day prank ever, and the moments that mattered most. From frisbee at the beach to chaotic family games, to the one phrase Justin’s kids say defined their childhood, this conversation is raw, funny, and surprisingly moving.

KEY POINTS:

  • Why one Aussie school pushed back against iPads in primary years
  • Sabrina Carpenter’s new album NOT for children
  • The tie prank that left every dad at church matching
  • Why simple, spontaneous family time beats curated “perfect” events
  • “Push Dad off the Bed” - the family game still loved by teens and young adults
  • The phrase Justin’s kids treasure most: People matter. Things don’t.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

  • Happy Families Website
  • Send us a voice memo: [email protected]
  • KPop Demon Hunters on Netflix

ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS:

  1. Keep celebrations simple - the memories matter more than the details.
  2. Find playful traditions (even silly ones) that bring everyone together.
  3. When things go wrong, remind your kids: people matter, things don’t.
  4. Give your children more of the one gift they’ll always want - your time.

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