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Excessive screen time negatively impacts children's development, emphasizing the need for a "screen-lite" approach that retains technology's benefits. Promoting free play enhances children's confidence, mood, social skills, independence, patience, and resilience. Setting boundaries, encouraging outdoor activity, and modeling healthy behavior can help counteract excessive screen use and foster well-rounded growth.

Today’s children are increasingly anxious, with major depression rising significantly since 2010. Excessive screen time contributes to this decline in mental health. Parents’ technology use also negatively impacts kids. To combat these trends, parents should set boundaries, encourage physical activity, model healthy behaviors, and maintain open communication about online experiences.

When we shift from “What can I get?” to “How can I serve?”, life opens up in incredible ways. This blog explores how reframing our mindset can boost joy, connection, and resilience—and how we can teach our kids to lead with kindness, curiosity, and purpose every day.

Imagination isn't just for play—it's how kids learn to dream, plan, and shape their future. From backyard swings to big life decisions, the way we think directs the way we live. Encouraging imaginative play builds resilience, confidence, and the mindset kids need to face challenges with creativity and strength.

Laughter reduces stress, boosts the immune system, alleviates pain, enhances cardiovascular health, and improves mood. By sharing humor, I aim to uplift others while highlighting how joyful experiences contribute to overall well-being and connection.

Play is vital for children's development, particularly in enhancing planning skills. Through various forms of play, such as free play and board games, kids learn independence, foresight, strategic thinking, and collaboration. These skills are crucial for achieving goals, problem-solving, and effective time management, laying a foundation for future success and happiness.