Happy Families Blog

After crashing my motorbike three times in the space of 12 months, my wife made me sell it. ‘Too dangerous,’ was her logic, and it was hard for me to argue based on my track record.  I ...

In my previous newsletter I mentioned a book that I had recently read called Atomic Habits, by James Clear. The book was very, very good. And it inspired me to improve my habits, develop and refine ...

Hi Dr Justin,  We recently had a family meeting and decided on a family safe word – a word we can use in case someone other than family has to pick the kids up. I know I need to explain to my ...

Dear Dr Justin,  I’ve been offered a promotion at work, which is great for the family – or at least it’s great for me and our income. Unfortunately it means a big move for my two boys ...

Hi Dr Justin,  I have two sons, ages 6 and 4. I have a chance for a big promotion that would help the family financially but would mean more time at work for me. I’m the main breadwinner and ...

One of the great joys of Christmas morning is seeing the look of rapture on your child’s face when they open the perfect gift. As parents we want our kids to have that pure joy of getting exactly ...

Each year, when summer holidays roll around, I remind myself that I need a break. I remind myself that it is time to try to relax and enjoy the holidays with my children before the pressures of work ...

This past week I have had one of my videos go globally viral – 30 million views and counting! Can you believe it? 30 MILLION! The video is from a talk I gave at a conference for the Commonwealth ...

Every parent has those days. The ones where your child has refused to get ready for school, thrown food at his brother and stomped on the dog’s tail.  Or you ask, and ask again. And again. And ...

The debate among parents as to whether they should delay their child’s start in school is a big one.  Should we start them early because childcare is so expensive? Or because they’re not ...