Off Syllabus

Are We Navigating a Digital Minefield? | Off Syllabus Ep 3


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Is your child’s worldview being shaped by a feed or a family?

In this episode of Off Syllabus, we tackle the "Validation Game." To get the full picture, we’ve brought together two very different perspectives: a Grade 12 student navigating the final hurdles of school life, and a parent of two (a teenager and a primary schooler) managing the daily digital tug-of-war.

As a parenting podcast committed to more than just surface-level advice, we dive into the anxiety in the digital age that affects both Gen Z and parents alike. From the dopamine hit of a "like" to the quiet pressure of "story" views, we explore how modern friendship challenges are often playing out behind a screen.

In these parenting podcast segments, we discuss:

  • Navigating childhood anxiety: Moving from primary school worries to high-school social pressure.

  • The Echo Chamber: Why social media makes it harder for kids to see different perspectives.

  • The Comparison Trap: Why Dr. Beena Roopak warns that we must stop the cycle of comparing and criticising.

Whether you’re looking for an educational podcast for kids to understand their own habits or a parenting podcast for moms and dads seeking practical boundaries, this conversation bridges the generation gap.



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