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Kids & Family:Parenting
"I wanted to know what you guys think about screen time... I stopped letting my son (6) watch but then we reintroduced it as my husband said that if it’s in a foreign language it can be beneficial exposure to the language... We limited it to an hour, but I feel like it is too stimulating and it affects his behaviour. It feels like that is all he can think about sometimes. I haven’t read much about it, but I think it’s not good for their brains it’s too addictive."
A fantastic question and concern for all parents. In this episode, we dive into the complicated and real challenges facing us as parents -- and individuals -- as we seek to navigate new territory -- being the first people in the history of the world trying to raise children with so many screens.
So how do we do it --effectively? What dangers are we facing? What opportunities? How young is 'too young' to let kids use screens? How much is 'too much' screen time?
And how do we ensure, as parents and role models, that we are setting a good example of technology use for our children?
We answer all these questions and more to help you teach your kids that screens are 'tools not toys' and that we can maintain mental, emotional, and physical health when we use devices responsibly. Listen now!
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#202 Video Games & Virtual Worlds -- How to Get Our Sons & Husband's Back
COACHING SESSION: Boys Adrift: Why Boys & Men Turn to Video Games and What to Do About It
#201 Toxic Masculinity & the Epidemic of Gaming Addictions & Unmotivated, Underachieving Boys & Young Men
#200 Disagreements in Parenting Approaches Around LGBTQ Issues
#199 The Rewards (& Risks) of Pursuing a Life of Comfort & Luxury
#198 Masturbation & Cheap Sexual Acts Are a Poor Substitute for Real Connection — A Message for Teens AND Spouses
#197 How to Not Let Your Children’s Moods Affect You (Grumpy & Otherwise)
#196 How & WHY to do Morning Family Devotionals (Discussions)
#195 Fear is a Traitor & is Holding Back Your Family & Your Life
#194 The Hero's Journey -- Leave the Ordinary World Behind and Live a Great Story
#193 How to STOP CARING What Other People Think About You
#192 EVERYTHING In Life Gets Easier & Smoother When You Can COMMUNICATE Better. Here's How to Do It
#191 The Truth (& Myths) About Overcoming Anxiety & Depression
#190 Unconditional Love is NOT the Highest Form of Love; Deep, Meaningful Love is CONDITIONAL
#189 How to Get Stuff Done & Be Productive (Even With a Family)
#188 Your Teen's Current Habits Will Make or Break Their Life Happiness & Success
#187 Seek an ‘Inner Knowing’ (Insight & Intuition) And ACT On It to Avoid Sabotaging Your Life and Your Family
#186 How to Build Confidence
#185 Helping Children Develop Self-Control (aka The GREATEST Predictor of Future Success)
#184 Helping Children to Manage Their Emotions (so They Can Live Happier Lives)
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