28 I Steph's Thoughts: The Silent Killer - Living Distracted

The Powerful Parenting Journey

In a world of endless digital distractions, it's crucial for parents to recognize the evolving landscape of parenting, particularly the influence of technology and video games on their children's lives. There has been a profound shift in how kids engage with video games. It's not merely solitary gaming, but a form of socializing. There are risks of addiction and potential family disruption if parents don't actively engage with this transformation.

In today's episode of the Powerful Parenting podcast, Stephanie delves deeper into the challenges parents face, especially those who aspire to build successful online businesses while maintaining a fulfilling family life. She acknowledges the absence of a clear roadmap in this journey but encourages parents not to feel alone. In a rapidly changing world, she stresses the importance of balancing the pursuit of one's goals with nurturing meaningful relationships with loved ones, emphasizing that there's a way to achieve both.

Stephanie explores the idea of 'parental distraction' - a term that aptly describes the way many parents live in a constant state of distraction, driven by the demands of technology and digital devices. Parents unintentionally drift into a hypnotic rhythm of constantly checking their phones or devices, leading to a lack of intentional connection with their children. Stephanie highlights the need for parents to set the culture in their homes and actively engage with their children, demonstrating that they are a safe and present presence in their lives.

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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The impact of technology on parenting and the importance of balancing online presence with family life.
• Why parents must recognize the social aspect of video games, and try to prevent them from disrupting family time.
• The advantage parents have when competing with video games and other forms of entertainment because children desire their love and attention.
• Why devices should be kept in the bedroom and not at the table during meals to be fully present with kids.
• Stephanie's personal experience of feeling distracted and disconnected from her children due to her busy schedule, leading her to prioritize spending quality time with them.
• Why parents need to evaluate their own distractions and prioritize connection with their children, and why devices cannot replace the value of a safe and connected parent-child relationship.
• And so much more...

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