Category: Parenting
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The Lonely Struggle of Parenting in the Digital Age
Protecting my kids from digital harms and protecting their personal data often makes me feel like an isolated eccentric. Even before kids, I followed how the attention economy profited off of adults in ways that damaged mental health. In the quest for never-ending growth and profit, children are exposed to the same addictive harms that…
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Recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day
I grew up knowing today’s holiday as Columbus Day. Christopher Columbus received a pretty positive review throughout most of my early education. I am grateful that my kids are now learning the reality of his impact. Change is hard, and we are right to protect our traditions and values. When I first heard today’s holiday…
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Summer Planning Happens So Fast
If you’re a parent with kids of a certain age, you are signing them up for summer activities right about now. While this may sound insane, and it is insane, this is the way of the world. I am a big fan of planning and planning tools. These don’t have to be fancy, in fact,…