In this episode of Digital Dominoes, host Angeline Corvaglia, known as Data Girl, explores the reasons behind the difficulty in stopping once you start consuming online media such as videos or games. She is joined by a special guest, Digital Defender Stella, an elementary school student, who shares her experiences and challenges with online media consumption. The episode delves into the psychological and design aspects that make online media so addictive and offers practical tips for children and parents on how to manage and mitigate these effects. Techniques like breathing exercises, running, and engaging in offline activities are discussed as methods to cope with the emotional impact of stopping media consumption. The conversation emphasizes the importance of helping young people understand why they get 'stuck' online and encourages proactive strategies for balance.

00:00 Welcome to Digital Dominoes

00:28 Introducing Digital Defender Stella

00:49 Understanding the Struggle to Stop Watching

02:24 The Impact of Continuous Watching

03:33 Why Videos and Games Keep Us Hooked

09:12 Strategies to Break Free from Screen Time

12:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Special thanks to

Digital Defender Stella's parents for letting her participate in this episode and for proactively helping her learn about these very important topics!

Episode sponsored by Data Girl and Friends

They are on a mission to raise awareness and foster critical thinking about AI, online safety, privacy, and digital citizenship. They inspire the next generation to navigate the digital world confidently and responsibly through fun, engaging, and informative content. They focus on empowering young digital citizens and their families through engaging and informative learning.

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List of Data Girl and Friends materials about some of the topics covered:

• Educational workbook, "Why can't I put my phone down?" https://data-girl-and-friends.pagetiger.com/put-down-my-phone/1