09.28.2021 - By Jake & Gino
In this episode, Julia and Gino Barbaro talk with Arlene Pellicane. Arlene is a speaker and author of several books including Screen Kids, Parents Rising, 31 Days to Becoming a Happy Mom, and Calm, Cool and Connected: 5 Digital Habits for a More Balanced Life.  Arlene has been featured on the Today Show, Wall Street Journal, Fox & Friends, Focus on the Family, and FamilyLife Today. She's the host of the Happy Home Podcast and regular contributor to Proverbs 31 Ministries.   Key insights: 00:00 Introduction 01:15 Why eye-contact is so important 05:10 Effective digital habits 10:00 Side effects of using digital devices too intensively 14:40 Getting rid of screen addiction and adopting healthy practices 21:20 How to encourage your children to develop their social skills 25:25 Do your children need phones 27:50 Is it necessary for your children to use social media 29:40 Instilling good habits such as reading 31:38 Using technology for creative purposes 35:20 Creating rhythms 40:10 Read Arleneâs books: https://amz.run/4vT8   Want to explore more? Listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or our website now. You can watch the video version on our YouTube channel âJake & Ginoâ.  Visit Arleneâs website: https://arlenepellicane.com/  The Multifamily Zone podcast was launched in 2019 to serve families and spouses who are committed to working together, building a better relationship with their kids, and strengthening the communication amongst the entire family.  Check out the series of episodes here: https://jakeandgino.com/mfz/  Learn how Jake and Gino Youth Academy can help you enhance the quality of your life: https://jakeandgino.com/education/  #qualityoflife #familylife #educationforlife #parentingskills Â