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Custom, not prefab, is the way to go when making decisions about your child’s device use.

June 1, 2020

Parents often ask us questions like “How much time online is okay? Is it okay to get my 5th grader a smartphone? Is it okay that my 14 year-old has an Instagram account for posting her art work?” Parents are hungry for simple, clear, direct answers to such questions so they can feel confident that […]

The Dog Greeting

May 25, 2020

Whether you are a dog person or not you’ve probably seen the way a dog joyfully and whole-heartedly greets its owner—without reservation and with full attention. They “light up” when they see their owners, sending the message “I’m so glad you are here!” Research shows that such greetings release dopamine for both parties. Your relationship […]

Living life out loud

May 11, 2020

As discussed in previous posts, devices are deliberately designed to capture attention swiftly, deftly, and definitively. Consequently, healthy, balanced use requires effort. When that effort includes reflection and discussion about choices involving device use, the ability to make mindful and intentional choices both on and offline improves.  “Living life out loud” is a great way […]

Putting the phone down is not an easy or simple task.

May 6, 2020

“Just put the phone down and take the dog for a walk!” Easy to do, right? Then why do so many families find themselves at odds, exasperated and frustrated with each other after such requests are made, and not readily met? Because digital devices and apps are hard to put down BY DESIGN and the […]

Attention!

April 10, 2020

Attention is a rich, yet limited resource. We need to supervise and allocate it wisely. If we don’t, then worry, apps and online platforms will happily use up most of our daily, as well as ongoing, supply. Learning how to take charge of your attention is, therefore, a vital and valuable skill – especially during […]