We sit down with Zorina Pritchett, an entrepreneur dedicated to creating games that children with special needs can play with their friends and family, that she says she saw in a vision. They discuss ways to balance digital and non-digital activities to enhance social skills and emotional regulation in children with special needs.

Episode Highlights

04:13 - Zorina: Explains how her game, inspired by a vision, encourages family interaction and is accessible for children with special needs.

06:41 - Zorina: Describes the game’s mechanics, highlighting its focus on simplicity, quick play, and inclusivity.

09:32 - Claudie Pomares: Discusses potential sensory enhancements for the game to further stimulate brain development.

12:58 - Claudie Pomares: Comments on the importance of collaboration and helping children develop the capacity to ask for help.

21:15 - Kim: Talks about the guilt parents feel over screen time and how to balance it with non-digital activities.

22:11 - Zorina: Shares a personal story about learning to give herself grace while caring for her brother.

27:27 - Claudie Pomares: Suggests using tablets over phones to provide children with more enriching digital content.