Mama, Take Heart

Today, we’re talking about how to help our kids make wise and safe choices on social media, the Internet, and gaming apps. START Co-Founder and Executive Director Tracy Foster joins Robrenna today, and together they talk through how to engage with our kids in conversation about technology.Topics Discussed in this Episode:•How parents can feel competent and confident in awkward conversations about technology•Why the generations before us really can’t help us navigate this new frontier like we wish they could (and what we can do about it)•The #1 question Tracy gets: “How do I juggle this world where I can’t get away from screens?”•Keeping your kids safe, sane, and relationally seen in the virtual world•Why the question of quality screen time matters more than quantity of screen time (creating, connecting and consuming)•Having a “Define the Relationship” conversation with your kids about how they want you to interact with them on social mediaResources Mentioned:START | Stand Together and Rethink Technology (check the resources tab for all the resources mentioned in the podcast): https://www.westartnow.org/Check out their new podcast, Screen SanityFollow Robrenna:Website | InstagramEpisode Image Credit: Getty/Irina_Strelnikova Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode we’re going to talk about: The good, bad and scary of social media. For adults, social media is information-driven. For teens, it’s a social currency. We’ll talk about how we approach these tools differently and what you need to know about helping your Gen Z child navigate social media responsibly. We’ll also talk about anxiety, doomscrolling and how social media affects mental health in teens. Finally, Robrenna will share some practical ideas and tips for helping you think through smartphone usage for your kids.Verses Referenced:James 1:5Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Netflix documentary The Social DilemmaCommon Sense Media Parental ControlTechwise Family by Andy Crouch Check out Arliene Pellicane's website. She co-wrote a book with Dr. Gary Chapman titled "Screen Kids."Center for Humane Technology for ways to help your kids and fight pervasive technology. Episode Image Credit: Getty/PaperFox Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

How can we be the redeeming culture in a cancel culture world? In this episode, we’ll discuss the best and worst of online boycotts, hashtag movements, hashtag activism and how we as parents can navigate the media with our children. We’ll also talk about helping our kids develop wisdom when it comes to what they post on social media.Key Bible Verses:Isaiah 1:17; John 8:1-11, Ecclesiastes 3:17; Romans 2:4; Mark 2:13-17; Romans 8:31-37Resources Mentioned in This Episode:A Parent's Guide to Cancel CultureDr. Henry Cloud's Facebook post on Mature CharacterEpisode Image Credit: Getty/wildpixel Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Gen Z is the most post-Christian generation ever. 37% of Gen Z’ers say that there is no way to know if God is real. They see church-goers are hypocritical. 17% believe that church feels like an exclusive club. All of this tells me we’ve got work to do. And that work starts with building trust through authentic relationships.Resources Mentioned in this Episode:https://axis.org/ - Axis: Connecting Parents, Teens & Jesus in a Disconnected WorldPew Research Center: What We Know About Gen Z So FarBarna Group: Atheism Doubles Among Generation ZCDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey Trends ReportEpisode Image Credit: Getty/Kudryavtsev-Pavel Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode, we look at the latest research about the values, passions and norms of our youngest generation, and throw some fast facts your way.https://axis.org/ - Axis: Connecting Parents, Teens & Jesus in a Disconnected WorldPew Research Center: What We Know About Gen Z So FarBarna Group: Atheism Doubles Among Generation ZCDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey Trends ReportAbout the Host:Robrenna Redl is a real, raw, no-filters, kind of girl. She is the executive administrative assistant for the anti-sex-trafficking organization I've Got A Name.Episode Image Credit: Getty/Nataliia Nesterenko Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

As a mama to a 17-year-old and 19-year-old, I’ve been through the roller coaster of emotions, the social media mishaps, the friendship fiascos, and we’ve dealt with anxiety, depression and yes, bullies. I’ve also seen growth, joy, affirmation and hope in the midst of these things, and my goal is to equip you with resources and practical takeaways as you walk through your parenting journey.Today, we’re going to take time to learn a little about Gen Z, who they are, how they communicate, how they see themselves and the world around them, and how they view security both in the world and in themselves as individuals. Episode Resources:https://axis.org/ - Axis: Connecting Parents, Teens & Jesus in a Disconnected WorldPew Research Center: What We Know About Gen Z So FarBarna Group: Atheism Doubles Among Generation ZAbout the Host:Robrenna Redl is a real, raw, no-filters, kind of girl. She is the executive administrative assistant for the anti-sex-trafficking organization I've Got A Name.Episode Image Credit: Getty/Nadia Bormotova Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.