Problems with Screen Time Research When it comes to understanding the effects of screen time on kids (and the rest of us!), we want to…
My “proof” that your (and my) social media posts don’t really matter is to mean that they don’t matter significantly. When we compare the time…
As we get nearer to spring, and it starts to warm up, you will likely see moths and other insects on your porch or by…
There has recently been a call to attention on the consequences of phone use. For example, computer scientist, Georgetown professor, and author, Cal Newport recently…
We all know what it feels like to be tethered to technology these days. It’s all of us, not just the kids. As of 2018,…
Since you are reading this blog, you are likely old enough to remember “The Before.” You remember a time before social media, smartphones, tablets, streaming…
I’m a longtime fan of “alternative” music. While it’s hard for me to keep up with the many great bands these days, I still keep…
It’s beneficial to unplug and create sacred spaces. Here are some tips for doing so. In my previous post, I discussed why we need to…
In an age of screen challenges, how do we prevent problems? Hello! I’m back from a family vacation—a road trip to the Grand Canyon! I…
How can we be effective parents? It’s the biggest key to influencing our kids. What’s the foundation of effective parenting? This is key because all…