Feeling like screens are slowly taking over your homeschool? You're not the only one. In this episode, Christy-Faith gets real about parenting and homeschooling in a world where digital distractions are everywhere. From toddler YouTube loops to teens in full dopamine withdrawal, she lays out how screens are reshaping attention, behavior, and connection—and what we can actually do about it.

If you’ve ever worried about screen time but felt overwhelmed trying to manage it, this episode is for you.

The Christy-Faith Show | Ep. 62

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🎧 SHOW RECAP

Screens are everywhere. But they don’t have to run your homeschool. In this honest and practical episode, Christy-Faith explores how technology affects our kids’ brains, behaviors, and future—and how homeschool families can respond with wisdom and purpose.

✅ Why today’s kids are showing signs of screen addiction
✅ What dopamine, boredom, and emotional meltdowns have in common
✅ The scary truth about over-reliance on digital curriculum
✅ 5 things you can do right now to reduce screen dependency
✅ How to help your kids (and yourself) develop focus, resilience, and balance

You’ll walk away with tools, encouragement, and maybe even a few hard truths. But more than anything—you’ll feel seen, understood, and better equipped to raise healthy, grounded kids in a noisy digital world. 💛

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