Did you know the average teenager spends a staggering 7.5 hours per day on screens? That's not including schoolwork or homework. Our lives have gone virtual, not all because of the pandemic — work, school, and even socialising - all on screens.

And here's the kicker - trying to limit screen time? It's like trying to hold back the ocean with a bucket. Nagging doesn’t cut it. Threats fall on deaf ears.

But it's not all doom and gloom. Screens are the future, and technology is a part of our kids’ lives. We can't just take it away. Our children need to learn to live with technology, not against it.

So, what's the solution? It's time for us, as parents, to get creative. Here's how to start:

• Be a role model: Limit your own screen time. Show them it's possible.
• Schedule tech-free time: Make it a family affair.
• Encourage outdoor activities: Remember, there's a whole world outside the screen.
• Promote tech skills: Teach them to use tech wisely, not just for scrolling endlessly.

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