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Screens, Teens, and Privilege: Positive Discipline and Tech Limits with Casey O’Roarty

Screens are everywhere — but how do we keep them from taking over our kids’ lives? In this special ally episode, Jaimie sits down with Casey O’Roarty, a positive discipline trainer, parent coach, and host of the Joyful Courage podcast, to talk about raising kids in a high-tech world. Casey shares practical strategies for balancing independence with safety, building critical thinking skills, setting real limits, and creating a united front with other parents. This candid conversation also weaves in Jaimie and Casey’s personal lives — both are supporting spouses through cancer — and how “life is lifing” for them while they navigate parenting tweens and teens. You’ll leave this episode feeling less alone, better equipped, and maybe even inspired to hold a family meeting tonight about screens. 🏳️‍🌈 Key Takeaways Screens are a privilege, not a right. With privilege comes responsibility and hard rules. Start basic and build up. If possible, begin with a simple phone and add features gradually. Model what you want to see. Check your own screen habits and talk openly about them. Use “no-phone zones” instead of only time limits. Meals, bedrooms, family movie nights, and cars are good places to start. Collaborate with other parents. A united front makes it easier to hold boundaries. Validate first, explain second. Teens listen better when they feel understood. Add real-life experiences. Independence, chores, sports, and outdoor time help offset tech use. Consider monitoring tools. Apps like Bark can give alerts without constant snooping. Family meetings work. Create a safe space for kids to contribute to tech rules and solutions. 🏳️‍🌈 About the Guest(s)🏳️‍🌈 Casey O’Roarty is a Positive Discipline Lead Trainer and parent coach, the adolescent lead and co-founder of Sproutable. A mom to a 19-year-old and a 22-year-old, she hosts the Joyful Courage podcast for parents of tweens and teens. Casey is passionate about helping parents show up with connection and consistency so their teens can truly thrive. 🏳️‍🌈 Thanks to our sponsor California Cryobank!Thinking of growing your queer family? Use code QUEERFAM25 at cryobank.com for a FREE Level 2 subscription to their donor catalog! 🏳️‍🌈 Book with GWK's Spring Break Cruise Vacation! Join Jaimie and her family (and other LGBTQIA+ families) on a 3 night cruise in the Bahamas. Be sure to mention that you heard about it here! Click that link ➡️ https://travelbrilliant.net/mbg/gwk-s... 🏳️‍🌈 Resources Mentioned Casey’s website & coaching: besproutable.com/teens Joyful Courage Podcast: Listen wherever you get your podcasts Instagram: @joyful_courage Facebook Group: “Joyful Courage for Parents of Teens” Recommended reading: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt & 10 Rules for Raising Kids in a High-Tech World by Jean Twenge (mentioned in episode) Bark monitoring app & Bark Phone: www.bark.us Ted Talk Exposing the Costs of Social Media (mentioned in episode) 🏳️‍🌈 Interested in advertising? Email thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com 🎧 Loved this episode?Support The Queer Family Podcast on Patreon for exclusive bonus content and help keep these stories alive! OR become a paid subscriber through our RedCircle page for bonus episodes and one-time or recurring donations: 🔗 redcircle.com/thequeerfamilypodcast/exclusive-content 🏳️‍🌈 What resonated most with you? Drop a comment, DM us, or email thequeerfamilypodcast@gmail.com—we love hearing your stories! 🏳️‍🌈 Let’s Connect! Find us on IG, TikTok, Bluesky, & YouTube: @thequeerfamilypodcast 🏳️‍🌈 Watch full episodes on YouTube 🏳️‍🌈 Order the If These Ovaries Could Talk book 🏳️‍🌈 Edited by: Jerson Barajas 🏳️‍🌈 Theme Song by: Tiffany Topol 🏳️‍🌈 Logo by: Daneen Stevenato 🏳️‍🌈 Shop merch here. 🏳️‍🌈 Full transcript & episode info available on our website 🗳️ VOTE. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ ADVOCATE. 🍼 BUILD QUEER FAMILIES. The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a trusted professional for your specific situation! 🏳️‍🌈 Chapters: 02:28 Navigating Cancer Journeys 08:22 The Challenges of Parenting Adolescents 11:15 Independence and Technology in Teen Life 13:58 The Impact of Screens on Youth 16:48 Social Media and Communication Trends 23:49 Navigating Social Media and Screen Time 27:45 School Policies on Technology Use 29:36 The Importance of Parental Alignment 32:38 Encouraging Critical Thinking in Kids 36:01 Addressing Technology Addiction 39:51 The Impact of Technology on Youth 41:47 Practical Strategies for Parents 43:42 The Balance of Screen Time and Real Life 48:08 Navigating Screen Time and Safety 49:38 Adding Engagement Instead of Limiting Devices 51:23 Establishing Family Rules Around Devices 53:00 Monitoring and Privacy in the Digital Age 56:27 The Challenge of Parenting in a Digital World 57:38 Finding Balance and Community Support 01:06:15 The Importance of Open Conversations About Technology