Connected Families Podcast

Screen Addiction: Prevent & Combat It by Giving a Big YES to Your Kids


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Even if your kids aren’t struggling with screen addiction, Connected Families co-founders Jim and Lynne Jackson want to help you shift the conversation away from a big “No” to a big “Yes!” In this episode, you will discover how to apply this transformative approach to managing screen time in your family. Listen in to help your children find their God-given purpose and calling beyond screens!

Key Points:
  • Jim and Lynne share how their initial parenting approach toward screens escalated with their son, leading them back to the Foundation level of the framework
  • Mutual accountability with daily screen usage creates trust and open dialogue in a world where screens are here to stay
  • Helping your children discover real-world activities that align with their God-given gifts
  • Mentioned in this podcast:
    • The Mindful Marriage by Ron & Nan Deal and Terry & Sharon Hargrave
    • Driver’s Training for Social Media Online Course
    • Screens Webinar with Matt & Jill Reed
    • Good Pictures, Bad Pictures
    • 1 Corinthians 6:12
    • Luke 2:52
    • Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting!

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      Guest Bio:

      Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002.

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