Devi Nair
đ§ Listened in audio đ˘ Narrated by the author, Kaitlyn Regehr âą Duration: 11 hours Genre: Nonfiction đˇď¸ Publisher: The Dial Press đ Published: October 28, 2025
Look, I have an 8-month-old niece whose parents are doing the full no-screens-until-2 lockdown, and I respect the hell out of it. But Regehr gently reminds us: that kid is turning two someday, then five, then thirteen, and the digital universe isnât going to politely wait outside. Itâs only getting stickier, shinier, and more addictive. What this book does brilliantly is shift the conversation from panic to power. Kaitlyn explains the attention economy like a friend over coffee, about how our feeds become custom-made universes designed to keep us hooked, how kids are growing up in an environment we never experienced as children, and why awareness is the first (and most important) line of defense.
Her âdigital pyramidâ framework stuck with me. Itâs such a simple metaphor, treating online content like food, but incredibly effective. Not everything you consume is bad, but moderation and intentionality matter. What I also loved was how she strikes a balance between tech appreciation and tech caution. She acknowledges the benefits of online communities while urging us to question who profits from our scrolling time.
Regehr doesnât promise easy answers, but she offers something far more valuable: clarity, tools, and a sense that weâre not failing, weâre learning. The authorâs narration is calm, warm, and authoritative, perfect for a book about taking back control.
Would I Recommend It? Yes, loudly. This isnât another guilt trip; itâs a clear-eyed, research-backed toolkit for anyone who owns a smartphone (so, basically everyone). If youâre parenting in the digital age, trying to protect your mental health, or just tired of feeling like your phone is running your life, this book is gold. Add Smartphone Nation to your cart or TBR immediately. Itâs the empowering, actionable guide we need right now.
Screen Smarts: How Are You Navigating the Digital World? Do you have rules for your own screen time or your familyâs tech use? Or do you embrace the chaos and hope for the best? Iâd love to hear how you balance connection and disconnection. Drop your thoughts in the comments!
Originally posted at www.goodreads.com.
đ§ Listened in audio đ˘ Narrated by the author, Kaitlyn Regehr âą Duration: 11 hours Genre: Nonfiction đˇď¸ Publisher: The Dial Press đ Published: October 28, 2025
Look, I have an 8-month-old niece whose parents are doing the full no-screens-until-2 lockdown, and I respect the hell out of it. But Regehr gently reminds us: that kid is turning two someday, then five, then thirteen, and the digital universe isnât going to politely wait outside. Itâs only getting stickier, shinier, and more addictive. What this book does brilliantly is shift the conversation from panic to power. Kaitlyn explains the attention economy like a friend over coffee, about how our feeds become custom-made universes designed to keep us hooked, how kids are growing up in an environment we never experienced as children, and why awareness is the first (and most important) line of defense.
Her âdigital pyramidâ framework stuck with me. Itâs such a simple metaphor, treating online content like food, but incredibly effective. Not everything you consume is bad, but moderation and intentionality matter. What I also loved was how she strikes a balance between tech appreciation and tech caution. She acknowledges the benefits of online communities while urging us to question who profits from our scrolling time.
Regehr doesnât promise easy answers, but she offers something far more valuable: clarity, tools, and a sense that weâre not failing, weâre learning. The authorâs narration is calm, warm, and authoritative, perfect for a book about taking back control.
Would I Recommend It? Yes, loudly. This isnât another guilt trip; itâs a clear-eyed, research-backed toolkit for anyone who owns a smartphone (so, basically everyone). If youâre parenting in the digital age, trying to protect your mental health, or just tired of feeling like your phone is running your life, this book is gold. Add Smartphone Nation to your cart or TBR immediately. Itâs the empowering, actionable guide we need right now.
Screen Smarts: How Are You Navigating the Digital World? Do you have rules for your own screen time or your familyâs tech use? Or do you embrace the chaos and hope for the best? Iâd love to hear how you balance connection and disconnection. Drop your thoughts in the comments!
Originally posted at www.goodreads.com.