Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership with Ruth Haley Barton

S27 Ep 3 | The Kids Will Be Alright, Right?

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Oct 1, 2025
Discover the challenges of parenting in a digital age as hosts tackle the impact of technology on family dynamics. They discuss setting boundaries around device use and the societal risks of social media for teens. Hear insights on fostering empathy among parents and the importance of community support in navigating these pressures. The hosts share practical tips for low-tech family practices, while emphasizing the need for intentional Sabbath moments that create joy and connection. It's a thoughtful exploration of modern parenting dilemmas.
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ANECDOTE

Staggered Device Introduction

  • Colleen described delaying devices, giving an iPod at 11, then a phone at 13 while keeping the phone at home initially.
  • She used a watch for school access and gradually allowed phones outside the house in high school.
INSIGHT

Peer Pressure Shapes Tech Choices

  • Jay noted external pressure from peers as a core issue shaping parents' decisions about technology.
  • He observed cultural shift as parents increasingly align to delay social media for kids.
INSIGHT

Algorithms And Lost Social Practice

  • Colleen warned that algorithms (especially YouTube) can radicalize and shape harmful views through recommendation loops.
  • She also highlighted a decline in young people's in-person social skills due to mediated, crafted digital communication.
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