OM DENNE EPISODE
Are screen time apps quietly taking over your role as a parent?
In this episode, I’m exploring a harsh truth: our kids are watching us more than we think, and screen time is stealing the moments that matter most.
- A real-life story that made me rethink how children learn by watching adults
- What Dr. Jean Clinton and Jonathan Haidt say about how screens are rewiring childhood
- How screen time affects your child’s self-esteem, mental health, and ability to connect
- Why one minute of intentional connection can make all the difference
- This isn’t about guilt. It’s about growing stronger together—one small shift at a time.
Key Points
✅ Kids mirror adult behaviour—what they see is what they learn
✅ Screen time is linked to anxiety, loneliness, and depression in children
✅ Connection in the early years shapes brain development and emotional strength
✅ Screens aren’t just distracting—they’re replacing vital moments of bonding
✅ You don’t need to be perfect, just present
✅ Small daily shifts, like a one-minute check-in or screen-free dinner, rebuild trust
✅ Assertive, calm responses (not power struggles) teach kids emotional regulation
✅ Boundaries around screens must be modelled, not just taught
✅ Research shows chores boost kids' self-esteem, because they feel valued
✅ Presence is a gift—one your kids will remember more than any app or device
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