I can so relate to this Ruth. My daughters are 22 and 20 now, and we are currently discussing the unpleasant activity on X. That particularly social media platform is in the hands of a dangerous man and needs to be controlled.
Sounds like you both had a lovely time and I am sure she appreciated being able to be a child and just have fun. Take care x
Hi Amanda, well done on guiding them to 20 and 22!! As for X, I couldn't agree more. I have not been on it since it was sold to Musk, in fact you have reminded me to close my account...
I love having my nephews to stay and they’re in their 20’s now so they had a fairly normal childhood. But have you read any articles by Jonathan Haidt about-the great rewiring of childhood? The money making machines are getting us all under control and in fear and our young people are feeling it the most. Good to bring this up Ruth- thanks x
Thanks Jan. I hadn’t heard of Jonathan Haidt but just found this article https://jonathanhaidt.com/anxious-generation/ which really rings true and reflects my observation of my niece. She seemed most happy when ‘at play’ in the traditional, physical, outdoor sense. Thanks for bringing him to my attention and your addition to my thoughts x
I can so relate to this Ruth. My daughters are 22 and 20 now, and we are currently discussing the unpleasant activity on X. That particularly social media platform is in the hands of a dangerous man and needs to be controlled.
Sounds like you both had a lovely time and I am sure she appreciated being able to be a child and just have fun. Take care x
Hi Amanda, well done on guiding them to 20 and 22!! As for X, I couldn't agree more. I have not been on it since it was sold to Musk, in fact you have reminded me to close my account...
Thank you for your kind words, I hope she did.
Enjoy the rest of the summer x
Bet you are a cool Aunty and deliver insightful advice.
I love having my nephews to stay and they’re in their 20’s now so they had a fairly normal childhood. But have you read any articles by Jonathan Haidt about-the great rewiring of childhood? The money making machines are getting us all under control and in fear and our young people are feeling it the most. Good to bring this up Ruth- thanks x
Thanks Jan. I hadn’t heard of Jonathan Haidt but just found this article https://jonathanhaidt.com/anxious-generation/ which really rings true and reflects my observation of my niece. She seemed most happy when ‘at play’ in the traditional, physical, outdoor sense. Thanks for bringing him to my attention and your addition to my thoughts x
What a lovely, evocative post
Thank you Susan :-)
😂😂 I’m not sure about cool Corrs but I try my best. My niece will no doubt judge this! Thanks for the confidence in me x