Elevate with Robert Glazer Weekend Conversations: It's A Leadership Failure To Allow Screens At The Dinner Table
Jan 11, 2025
The conversation delves into the pressing issue of screen dependency among kids, particularly during family meals. It highlights how technology isolates children from meaningful family interactions, urging parents to take on leadership roles in setting boundaries. Listeners learn about the negative impact of screens on mental health and creativity, and the need for intentional family engagement. Personal stories reveal the challenges of navigating a screen-focused culture, reinforcing the importance of fostering genuine connections around the dinner table.
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Screen Dependence at Restaurants
- Robert Glazer recounts witnessing families at restaurants where teenagers are glued to their phones, ignoring each other.
- He also describes a scene with young children using iPads with headphones, isolating themselves during the meal.
Shifting Norms
- Robert Glazer points out a shift in societal norms regarding screen time during meals.
- Decades ago, having a TV at the dinner table was frowned upon, whereas now, screens are ubiquitous.
Sadness and Concern
- Mick Sloan shares his sadness at seeing children with headphones and iPads at restaurants.
- He worries about the long-term effects of constant tech use, particularly for those growing up with it.
