Dear Dr. Buckingham, My husband and I have different views about age appropriateness when it comes to the use of cell phones by our children.When is it appropriate to give a child access to your cell phone? What if one parent does not think the child will read his or her text messages? What if it makes his or her spouse uncomfortable? Should an 11 or 12 year old have access … [Read more...]
#BreakEveryChain: Stop Trying to Control Your Mate
Maybe there was something or someone from your past who hurt you or deceived you. Maybe it was your ex who would say one thing and do another. Maybe you and your current mate went through a season together when he or she “messed up” and lost your trust. Maybe you are so worried about the possibility your mate could make you look bad that you try to control everything he or she … [Read more...]
Feeling Unplugged? 3 Ways to Connect With Your Child In The Digital Age
By: M. Simone Boyd “We’re having a lot of problems with him. And, we can’t seem to get him off of his cellphone and Xbox.” That’s what the lady sitting behind me at breakfast said the other day. I immediately sat up straight and leaned a little closer to listen in. (Okay, so I’m nosy.) She wanted her son to be present. She wanted to connect. And, she also wanted her … [Read more...]
Money Monday: 8 Ways Your Cell Phone Camera Can Make Life Easier
The typical smart phone can set a customer back $400 or more, a price we pay by way of our monthly cell phone bill. As a consumer spending that type of money, you want to get the most out of your cell phone. Here are just a few ways you can take advantage of your cell phone camera to become more productive and save more money. Document your rental car condition When I … [Read more...]