We can empower our kids to see their influence and potential to make this world a better place—through technology. As we have evolved into a world full of technology, every human is now affected by its power and influence—especially our children!
Ripples:
All of our actions online and in “real life” create ripples, or small waves of change around us. Each time we text, send an email, post on social media, interact with others on a game, or create a new piece of technology, we create ripples.
Do your kids understand this first, great law of digital technology?
We matter. Our kids matter! And everything we post, text, or email matters. Our ripples affect those around us for better or for worse.
Teach your kids to Slow Down:
Slow down in your actions. When you start to post an angry rant, verbally tear someone down, or negate some one else’s opinions behind a screen, slow down. #thinkbeforeyoupost. Then, teach your kids the same ethics, to act, not react.
Slow down and be real. Are you the same person online and in “real life” or have you created a certain, filtered persona on social media? All of us, our kids included, can often be influenced by friends or what we think others expect of us. Teach your kids to stop, think, and be authentic in “real life” and online.
For help in talking with your kids about making a positive impact on others in their texts, posts, and emails, check out one of our on digital citizenship or try one of our books available here.
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