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Episode 2510:

Raising kids who can manage their own attention is more crucial than ever in a world filled with digital distractions. Nir Eyal explains why teaching children to be "indistractable" is the key to their future success and how giving them autonomy over screen time can help them develop self-discipline. By involving kids in setting their own limits, parents empower them to take responsibility for their choices and build lifelong habits of focus and self-control.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/most-important-skill/

Quotes to ponder:

"Becoming indistractable is the most important skill for the 21st century, and it’s one that many parents fail to teach their kids."

"The most important thing is to involve the child in the conversation and help them set their own rules."

"While it’s important our kids are aware that products are designed to be highly engaging, we also need to reinforce their belief in their own power to overcome distraction."

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