Parenting Like It’s War (Because It Kind Of Is)

Entertainment is discipling our children more effectively than church or even parents, creating an urgent need for parents to reclaim storytelling and media consumption in their homes. The real battle for kids' hearts and minds happens through the stories they absorb daily, not just in classrooms or on social media.• Less than 15% of media worldwide is made for kids, with an even smaller percentage containing pro-God messages• Today's children get 60% of their media from YouTube rather than traditional channels• Tech companies design content specifically to capture children's attention through tactics like seven-second scene changes• Parents can establish clear boundaries around device usage with designated charging stations and screen-free times• Reframe technology as a tool for creation rather than consumption by starting family projects that use tech for good• "Aria Appleton" film offers families entertainment that addresses relevant issues like adoption and bullying from a faith perspective• Setting reasonable rules is more effective than creating overly strict boundaries that inspire rebellion• Parents working long hours can be more intentional about discussing media with children during the time they do have together• Consider periodic "tech detoxes" to reset family patterns and assess dependency levelsCheck out "Aria Appleton" on Amazon Prime Video and find the Parent/Leader's Guide at givesendgo.com/ariaappleton to help facilitate meaningful family discussions about the film's themes.Support the showElsa's AMAZON STORE Elsa's FAITH & FREEDOM MERCH STOREElsa's BOOKSElsa Kurt: You may know her for her uncanny, viral Kamala Harris impressions & conservative comedy skits, but she’s also a lifelong Patriot & longtime Police Wife. She has channeled her fierce love and passion for God, family, country, and those who serve as the creator, Executive Producer & Host of the Elsa Kurt Show with Clay Novak. Her show discusses today’s topics & news from a middle class/blue collar family & conservative perspective. The vocal LEOW’s career began as a multi-genre author who has penned over 25 books, including twelve contemporary women’s novels. Clay Novak: Clay Novak was commissioned in 1995 as a Second Lieutenant of Infantry and served as an officer for twenty four years in Mechanized Infantry, Airborne Infantry, and Cavalry units .  He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2019. Clay is a graduate of the U.S. Army Ranger School and is a Master Rated Parachutist, serving for more tha...