Episode 55: What Effect Does Media Have on Our Kids and Family with Nikole Thompson

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, DJ talks with Nikole Thompson about how the media and social platforms are really having a negative effect on our kids. Listen in as they discuss how much screen time is appropriate, the violence, death, anger, pornography, sex and more that our kids are being exposed to at much earlier ages and how you as a parent can research, monitor and encourage healthier activities. Tune in as they discuss everything from appropriate music to appropriate movies or television programs and how you can make changes to be more aware and present… and set your child(ren) up to succeed.Nikole Thompson is a speaker, writer, and ministry leader, alongside her husband, Anthony.  They are the directors of Celebrate Recovery at Covenant Community Church in Madisonville, KY, where they reside.  Having nine grown children, and 12 grandchildren, so far biblical marriage and parenting is not just something she speaks about, but something she lives.  Passionate about sharing the gospel, it was 6 years ago they stepped out in faith, and launched Prisoner2preacher - their very own nonprofit.  50 Shades of Truth is Nikole’s personal testimony of walking away from a rebellious lifestyle, and now chasing after God.FREE WORKSHOP ALERT!I am hosting a FREE 10-day challenge to find your calm, loving voice as you encourage your children to complete tasks and routines, and listen to you more quickly with less drama.  There will be a total of 5 live events with new information and the chance to ask questions and share.  Let's find joy in parenting, together!SIGN UP for our FREE 10 Day Challenge! This challenge is designed to help parents learn tools and techniques to stop being reactive and yelling at their kids to build enduring relationships with strong boundaries in peace and kindness.REGISTER HERE TO SAVE YOUR SPOT: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/TIMESTAMPS• [13:41] Nikole shares how/why she began monitoring her children’s screen time and how consistency made it successful. • [18:26] Nikki shares how she feels our children are being influenced by the current culture.  • [21:53] “That's what I'm hoping to share with your listeners that you have the authority in your home, you're the parent, you have to take it back for the sake of your child...”• [27:56] “They have just taken all of the restraints off and unless you are extremely intentional about guarding what comes on your screen, like that song says it takes a moment to make a memory but a lifetime to forget it, It is so hard to forget it once you've seen it. For more information on the Imperfect Heroes podcast, visit: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/Connect with Us!DJ Stutz: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/littleheartsacademy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littleheartsacademy/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQNikole Thompson - Website: https://www.50shadesoftruth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikole.thompson.9Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDhmBIHLHeQ&t=185sTikTok: https://tiktok.com/prisoner2preacher Support the showSupport the show.If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support.  Every little bit helps.https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support