Connecting with Your Kids in the Digital Age

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Reflections UPCI

Ladies Ministries UPCI

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Reflections UPCI exists to biblically encourage, equip, and empower women for Apostolic life and service.

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Reflections UPCI exists to biblically encourage, equip, and empower women for Apostolic life and service.

Christianity

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Connecting with Your Kids in the Digital Age | Laura Payne

Reflections UPCI

46 minutes 4 seconds

5 months ago

Connecting with Your Kids in the Digital Age | Laura Payne

This conversation explores the profound impact of the digital age on families, with a particular focus on parenting challenges, the influence of media on children and parents, and the mental health crisis associated with technology. The discussion highlights the importance of fostering authentic relationships, crafting meaningful experiences, and implementing practical strategies for healthy digital engagement. Laura Payne and Dr. Cindy Miller share insights on navigating the complexities of raising children in a media saturated environment while fostering emotional and spiritual connections.

TAKEAWAYS

Parents often feel overwhelmed by technology'simpact on parenting.
Media transforms not just children but parentsas well.
The surge in mental health issues is linked tothe digital landscape.
Digital interactions are often brief andsuperficial.
Children crave experiences, not justinformation.
There is no such thing as mindlessentertainment.
Smartphones should not be given to childrenuntil after puberty.
Building authentic relationships requiresintentional effort.
Parents must model healthy digital engagementfor their children.

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Digital Age and Its Impact on Families

03:17 Exploring Parenting Challenges in a Digital World

07:37 Understanding Media's Influence on Parents and Children

11:43 The Link Between Technology and Mental Health

17:53 Navigating Relationships in a Digital Landscape

23:14 Building Authentic Connections Beyond Screens

30:19 Practical Strategies for Healthy Digital Engagement

34:41 Creating Meaningful Experiences for Children

40:02 Concluding Thoughts on Value and Relationships

OUR GUEST: Laura Payne brings a diverse set of gifts into the room. She grew up on the mission field and has a passion for culture, international travel, and ministry. She has worked in the field of Christian music education since 1994 and has served three Apostolic colleges throughout her career, producing more than ten music projects.

She currently serves as an associate professor in the music department of Urshan College in Wentzville, Missouri. Laura has a master’s in music education and is a licensed minister. Together with her husband, Kevin, she conducts family seminars and marriage events worldwide. She is mom to three young adult men, loves her dog, Maya, and enjoys ethnic foods.

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