Thrive Like A Parent Practical Parenting in the Digital Age
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Apr 25, 2025 The host dives into the buzz surrounding a Netflix series about adolescence, spotlighting a broader parenting crisis. They stress that unlimited freedom and devices won't solve parenting dilemmas; kids thrive on structure. Boundaries protect rather than control, and personal stories illuminate the need for intentional parenting. With mental health risks looming, the discussion underlines that combining nurture with clear guidelines is key to raising resilient children. This journey is about support and connection, not striving for perfection!
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Children Need Structure
- Unlimited freedom with devices leads kids to harmful places despite intelligence.
- Kids actually need structure and boundaries to stay safe and healthy.
Keep Devices Out of Bedrooms
- Never allow devices in children's bedrooms to keep them within watchful family spaces.
- Use tracking and keep devices where you can monitor usage and interactions.
Boundaries Are Protective
- Parenting movements advocate love but often neglect to emphasize the crucial role of boundaries.
- Boundaries provide protection, not control, and are essential alongside nurture.