Ep.140 ROUNDTABLE: (Part 2) Navigating the Digital Age & Raising Resilient Kids

In Part 2 of our roundtable on Navigating the Digital Age and Raising Resilient Kids, the conversation continues with more practical tools and thoughtful insights for raising emotionally healthy kids in today’s tech-driven world.

This episode explores how to set consistent digital boundaries, recognize signs of compulsive screen use, and support kids in building healthy, mindful relationships with technology. Our experts also discuss the importance of promoting critical thinking and digital literacy, and how personalized routines—like sleep plans—can play a key role in digital wellness. The conversation wraps with guidance on when to seek professional support for issues like digital overuse and anxiety, and what to look for in evidence-based help.

Missed Part 1?Go back and listen to the first half of this powerful discussion where we explored the influence of social media on body image, the value of face-to-face communication and family dinners, and how to create rhythms at home that encourage creativity and resilience.

Whether you’re navigating screen time struggles or looking for ways to raise digitally aware, emotionally grounded kids, this two-part series is packed with guidance to support your parenting journey.

These are the top three things you will learn from this podcast episode:

1. How to identify the difference between healthy and compulsive digital use—and how to guide your child toward more intentional screen time.

2. Strategies to promote digital literacy and critical thinking, so kids can better navigate online content and social influence.

3. When and how to seek professional support for issues like digital overuse or anxiety, including what to look for in evidence-based resources.

Irene Gouge, Loving Lessons Sleep Solutions

Erin Jones, LCMHC , Bull City Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center

Marianne Breneman, Life and Health Coach, Mindful Health and Harmony LLC

Anastasia Arauz, Licensed Therapist, and Educator, Parenting Coach

Stephanie Gordon, MSW, CCIEDC, Eating Disorder Recovery Coach

Episode Notes and Resources:

Irene Gouge https://www.lovinglessonslearned.com/

@lovinglessons

Erin Jones https://www.bullcityanxiety.com/

@bullcityanxiety

Marianne Breneman https://www.mindfulhealthandharmony.com/

@mariannebreneman

Anastasia Arauz https://www.anastasiaarauz.com/

@anastasiaarauz

Stephanie Gordon https://bestrong-journey.com/

@bestrong.journey

Facebook Group mentioned by Stephanie Gordon - Parenting in a Tech World - https://www.facebook.com/groups/119842088645840

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