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Teach your kids about algorithms and let them know

Teach your kids about algorithms and let them know that Social media uses something called an algorithm, which means it watches what they click, like, or watch the longest and then gives them more of that or what is popular. The problem? It doesn’t know what’s good for your brain. It only knows what keeps you scrolling.

Help them understand that the algorithm’s goal is not our well-being but our attention. It rewards what’s extreme, not what’s true. That can lead to distorted ideas about our bodies, worth, and relationships.

It’s okay to enjoy social media, but if they notice they are comparing themselves more, feeling anxious, or seeing the same kinds of content repeatedly, take that seriously. It’s about protecting your mental space.”

Teach them to reflect and ask themselves:
🔹 ‘How does this app make you feel about yourself?’
🔹 ‘Do you feel like you can take a break from it without missing out on real life?’”
Start the conversation early. Keep it going. Their mental health is worth it.

@nathanbroxton made this observation after long qu

@nathanbroxton made this observation after long quiet moments in the car. Literature and thoughtful conversations are important for developing minds.

The figure of Medusa, a Gorgon from Greek mythology, a terrifying monster with snakes for hair, whose gaze turns people to stone but starts as beautiful maiden. She has long symbolized a complex intersection of women’s pain, rage, trauma, and power. Over time, interpretations of Medusa have evolved from a monstrous villain to a deeply symbolic representation of female suffering and resilience.

Most of us didn’t grow up learning how to spot u

Most of us didn’t grow up learning how to spot unhealthy relationship dynamics; we learned by surviving them. But we can change that cycle for our kids.
If you notice any of these signs, don’t panic. Open the door for conversation without judgment. Ask questions like:

● “How do you feel when you’re around them?”
● “Do you feel like you can say no?”

Let’s raise emotionally safe, self-aware kids. It starts with us.

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