Episode 73 

Today’s episode is a going to challenge you to think outside the box. Or at least outside of the way so many parents in America are parenting. My guest today is Claire Morell, author, mom, wife, policy creator, researcher and passionate about offering kids and families something different than the norm for growing up with tech. Through her work in the tech policy space, Claire recognized that kids’ health was in danger due to smart phones and being on social media. She finally decided to put her research into one place, her new book called, The Tech Exit. 

It is the sobering and convicting guide we need. 

But it is also really hopeful, helpful, practical and purposeful. 

Based on dozens of interviews with families who really are living out a tech free childhood, this book shows parents that this lifestyle is possible and it allows kids to thrive. 

My hope is that you’ll take some of the ideas Claire offers in this episode to help your kids begin taking a tech exit this summer:  

Here are some ideas to consider: 

*Focus on real life experiences that will overshadow the experience on a screen.  

*Get lots of practical ideas for this way of life in my book Adventuring Together right here. 

*Let your kids be bored and learn to play independently and creatively.  

*Engage with them in play and experiences rather than sending them off to those things on their own. 

*Or be even bolder and engage in the 30-day tech detox Claire mentions in this episode. 

It might feel overwhelming or that you can’t make those changes now, but remember what Claire says, “it is never too late to reverse course!”  

I know you’ll enjoy this episode and find it really encouraging, helpful and hopeful! 

Where to find Claire and her work: 

Find Claire’s book here 

Find discussion questions for the book here  

Find Claire’s Substack here 

Find Claire’s work at the Ethics and Policy Center here 

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