How Do I Protect My Kids from the Internet... Without Going Amish?

Overwhelmed by TikTok trends, YouTube rabbit holes, and constant screen time? In this powerful and practical episode, Dr. Layne McDonald helps parents reclaim their homes from digital chaos. Discover three free or low-cost ways to protect your kids from toxic content, manage device time, and restore sacred family moments. Faith meets neuroscience in this guide for raising Christ-centered kids in a clickbait culture.

📝 Podcast Notes for Listeners:

• Main Question: “How do I protect my kids from the digital world without losing my mind—or the Wi-Fi?”

• Key Scripture: Psalm 46:10 – “Be still and know that I am God.”

• Science Explained: Screen addiction, dopamine feedback loops, Common Sense Media 2023 stats

• Transformation Tools:

  • Set up built-in device limits and filters

  • Practice a weekly family “Digital Sunset”

  • Redeem screen time for mission time

• Takeaway Quote: “You’re not raising influencers. You’re raising image-bearers. Protect their purpose—not their popularity.”

  
  

📲 Resources Mentioned:

• Family Prayer & Support: www.famemphis.org

• Free Tools, Clean Media, and Family Resources: www.laynemcdonald.com

  
  

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bonus Challenge:
Hide encouraging notes in your kid’s books this week. Start a tradition that TikTok can’t touch.