This episode is a grounded, honest look at what it means to parent with intention in a screen-saturated world. Pilar MacKay-Smith shares how small, everyday choices  rooted in communication, creativity, and connection quietly shape our children’s confidence, values, and sense of self.

What You’ll Hear:

• Why screen time isn’t the real issue — and what matters more
• How open conversation builds trust in a digital-first world
• The subtle ways childhood memories shape how we parent today
• How small, intentional decisions quietly change a child’s future
• Teaching kids that purpose and intent matter more than likes
• How creativity helps families stay connected beyond screens

Pilar’s personal breakthrough moment (it’ll give you chills)

The moment that changed how Pilar MacKay-Smith parents in the digital age came when she realized that trying to control screens was costing her connection.

She noticed that the more energy she spent managing devices and setting rules, the less space there was for real conversation. When she shifted her focus from control to curiosity asking questions, listening without fixing, and creating safety instead of surveillance her children opened up. That’s when she saw that trust, intention, and communication shape behaviour far more than screen limits ever could.

It was a small shift in approach but it changed everything.

Featured Guest: Pilar MacKay-Smith

Pilar MacKay-Smith is a soul-led parent, creative, and guide who helps families navigate the digital age with intention, connection, and heart. Her work blends open communication, creativity, and lived experience—supporting parents in raising thoughtful, confident children beyond screens and social pressure.

Follow Pilar: https://www.instagram.com/planetpili

Meet the Host: Adrienne Giffen

Adrienne Giffen is an executive recruiter, author of Unravel You, and creator of the intergenerational board game Now You’re Talking™. Through her podcast, she invites families and friends to trade screens for stories, sparking heartfelt conversations that bridge generations. Her work is rooted in a passion for helping people rediscover connection, courage, and joy in today’s digital world.

Connect with the Host:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriennegiffen/

https://unravelyou.com/

https://nowyouretalkinggame.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@NowYoureTalkingPodcast

https://www.instagram.com/nowyouretalkinggame/

Do you ever feel like you and your kids are in the same room, but not really together? START TALKING TODAY : 5 Questions to Spark Real Conversations With Your Kids https://nowyouretalkinggame.com/start-talking-today/

Now You're Talking is proud to be on the High Vibe Podcast Network. Check out Adrienne’s Gift in the Vault https://highvibepodcastnetwork.com/gifts

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