#32 Digital Detox for Families | Our Weekly Screen-Free Ritual
Ever wonder what would happen if your family just unplugged completely? No phones, tablets, TV, or devices - even for just a few hours? While this might sound challenging in today's digital world, my family takes a complete technology break for 25 hours every weekend. What started as a religious practice has become the cornerstone of our family connection, creating space for what truly matters. In this glimpse into our screen-free time, I share: - What actually fills those hours when Netflix isn't an option - How kids naturally return to imaginative play without prompting - The simple activities that create deeper family bonds - Why meaningful conversations happen more easily without digital distractions This isn't about suggesting everyone needs a full day unplugged or imposing strict rules. It's about sharing practical ideas you might adapt for your own family - even if it's just a screen-free dinner or Sunday morning. The surprising truth is that when screens go away, something beautiful happens. Children play differently. Parents connect more deeply. And time somehow feels both slower and more valuable. Whether you're looking to implement a brief weekly tech break or simply curious about building stronger family bonds, these practical insights might inspire your own version of sacred family time. Want to reclaim your family time from screens? Join parents worldwide in the Studio at https://hifam.com/studio and discover simple ways to create tech boundaries that strengthen connection without daily battles.Â
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#31 Adolescence on Netflix: What's Truly Harming Our Kids
Everyone’s talking about Adolescence on Netflix — toxic masculinity, Andrew Tate, and the crisis in teen boys. But what if we’re all looking in the wrong direction? In this episode, I react to Adolescence and the public conversation around it — and I share a different perspective on what’s really going on with boys today. You’ll hear: - Why I believe the current narrative is missing the mark - What Adolescence got right — and what it left out - The uncomfortable truth we don’t want to face as parents - And the one question we should be asking, but aren’t If you’re a parent, educator, or just someone worried about where things are heading — this one’s for you. đź”— Ready to build the kind of family culture that protects kids from cultural chaos? Join us in The Studio → https://www.hifam.com/studioÂ
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#30 How to Raise Emotionally Strong Kids in a World Full of Victims
Our culture teaches kids to be fragile. I'm here to show you how to do the opposite. If you want strong, confident, emotionally stable kids who don't crumble at every slight, you need to raise them differently — and it starts with you. In this episode, I break down: ⚡ How to move past endless pity parties and teach real accountability. ⚡ Why endless empathy backfires — and what your child actually needs. ⚡ The 2 questions every child must ask when insulted (game changer). ⚡ How to teach your kids to laugh, let go, and stay cool under fire. Fragile kids grow into fragile adults. Let's not let that happen. Let’s raise humans who are unshakable, unvictimized, and unstoppable. đź’Ą Want to go deeper? Doors to the Studio are open until May 1st, you still have time to join and raise strong, capable, resilient kids together! https://hifam.com/studio Ready to become mentally tough yourself? Join the waitlist for Alchemize - https://hifam.com/alchemize Â
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#29 When Gentle Parenting Backfires: 5 Mistakes to Avoid
🔥 Join the Studio while the doors are open: https://hifam.com/studio "I just feel like my kids don't take me seriously anymore." If you've found yourself whispering this to a friend, you're not alone. The gap between gentle parenting ideals and your daily reality might be wider than you think. In this episode, I'm breaking the silence on what happens when well-intentioned approaches slide into permissiveness - and why your children might be the ones paying the price. Discover the five hidden traps catching even the most conscious parents, undermining your authority without you realizing it. These subtle shifts aren't just frustrating for you; they're creating patterns that could follow your children into adulthood. But! The path back to confident leadership doesn't mean abandoning warmth or connection. Parents who've implemented these changes report something surprising: their children seem not just better behaved, but actually happier and more secure.Â
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#28 How to Raise Kids Who Aren't Entitled (8 tips)
🔥 Join the Studio while doors are open: https://hifam.com/studio Is your child shocked when they don't get exactly what they want? The entitlement epidemic is spreading, and it's not about what you can afford—it's about the mindset you're cultivating. I'll share 8 practical strategies to raise grateful children in a world designed to make them want more, including: - The unexpected reason saying "no" actually helps your child - Why too many choices overwhelms their developing brain - The dangerous "hedonic treadmill" that's breaking their happiness meter Whether your child melts down over the wrong flavor ice cream or expects instant gratification for every desire, this video provides the confidence to parent against the cultural current. The good news is that you can raise a child who appreciates what they have without depriving them of life's joys.
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