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EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 8 MIN

Teens and Screens: How To Deal With It

from The Art of Shame-Free Living · host Crystal Haitsma

Explore how to navigate the emotional triggers that come up around our kids’ screen use. Inspired by a conversation with a client, I share why it’s essential to first look at our own relationship with screens before trying to change our children’s habits.I invite you to reflect on your own screen use, notice how much of it is influenced by today’s highly digital culture, and sit with the discomfort that may arise when those triggers show up. We talk about practical ways to manage these moments without reacting impulsively—like practicing self-regulation and including your kids in open, curious conversations about screen time.I also share some great resources that can help you go deeper, including Stolen Focus by Johann Hari and Reset Your Child’s Brain by Dr. Victoria Dunckley.  Manifest Me Retreat: https://www.coachcrystal.ca/manifest-me-retreatCreation Room: women’s group program- https://www.coachcrystal.ca/creationroom   Connect With MeSubstack: https://substack.com/@itscrystalnoelle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/its.crystal.noelle Website: https://www.coachcrystal.ca Program: www.coachcrystal.ca/creationroom  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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