Becoming a Tech Intentional Family
Emily joined Brett McKay on The Art of Manliness podcast to discuss moving from reactive to reasoned screen policies in families. They unpacked the current state of screen time, the "displacement hypothesis," and why parents often give kids smartphones despite doubts. The conversation then shifted to becoming more tech-intentional, emphasizing the importance of parents' own behavior, relationship-based solutions over parental controls, and living digital lives out loud.
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Emily joined Brett McKay on The Art of Manliness podcast to discuss moving from reactive to reasoned screen policies in families. They unpacked the current state of screen time, the "displacement hypothesis," and why parents often give kids smartphones despite doubts. The conversation then shifted to becoming more tech-intentional, emphasizing the importance of parents' own behavior, relationship-based solutions over parental controls, and living digital lives out loud.
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Emily joined Brett McKay on The Art of Manliness podcast to discuss moving from reactive to reasoned screen policies in families. They unpacked the current state of screen time, the "displacement hypothesis," and why parents often give kids smartphones despite doubts. The conversation then shifted to becoming more tech-intentional, emphasizing the importance of parents' own behavior, relationship-based solutions over parental controls, and living digital lives out loud.
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Emily Cherkin, M.Ed., The Screentime Consultant, offers insightful, judgment-free conversations about navigating our digital world. She's ready to dive deep into topics like mindful screen use, fostering relationships, and practical strategies for families and educators, providing valuable content for your listeners.

Media Inquiry
Interested in Featuring Emily on Your Podcast?
Emily Cherkin, M.Ed., The Screentime Consultant, offers insightful, judgment-free conversations about navigating our digital world. She's ready to dive deep into topics like mindful screen use, fostering relationships, and practical strategies for families and educators, providing valuable content for your listeners.

Media Inquiry
Interested in Featuring Emily on Your Podcast?
Emily Cherkin, M.Ed., The Screentime Consultant, offers insightful, judgment-free conversations about navigating our digital world. She's ready to dive deep into topics like mindful screen use, fostering relationships, and practical strategies for families and educators, providing valuable content for your listeners.
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