Be Well by Kelly Leveque 362: How to Raise Resilient Kids in a Tech Obsessed World | Nicole Runyon
Parenting can feel impossible sometimes, especially when you’re trying to raise independent, resilient kids in a world full of screens, sugar, and endless distractions. In this episode, we dig into the tough choices, surprising strategies, and mindset shifts that can completely change how your family functions. Whether you’re struggling with boundaries, trust, or just keeping your sanity, this conversation is full of insights you’ll wish you knew sooner.
Topics Discussed:
→ How can parents set healthy screen limits?
→ What builds independence in kids?
→ How do boundaries affect children’s mental health?
→ Why is limiting sugar crucial for children?
→ How can parents handle school anxiety?
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Timestamps:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:03:37 - Middle School Mental Health
→ 00:07:32 - Building Independence
→ 00:10:18 - Development Milestones
→ 00:18:06 - Teen Driving Tips
→ 00:22:24 - Cultivating Teen Trust
→ 00:25:01 - Holding Kids’ Boundaries
→ 00:31:48 - College Prep & Wellness
→ 00:35:16 - Generational Trauma Effects
→ 00:38:16 - Independence & Sacrifice
→ 00:43:20 - Screen Time Limits
→ 00:46:21 - The Three Health Pillars
→ 00:53:46 - Sugar in Schools
→ 00:55:50 - Treating Childhood Anxiety
→ 00:59:07 - School Anxiety Support
→ 01:05:39 - Strict Parenting Wins
→ 01:09:34 - Parenting Mindset Shifts
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