Seven Ways to Practice Internet Safety for Kids
June 10, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Nowadays, we use the Internet for everything. Whether you’re keeping in contact with family and friends or attending an online class, the Internet is indispensable—and we wouldn’t have it any other way! After all, technology is a pretty marvelous tool when used correctly. …
What Causes Procrastination and How Can We Stop It?
June 8, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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I’ll just come out and say it: I’m a chronic procrastinator. If I had a dollar for every time I’ve said “I’ll get to it later” or “I do my best work under pressure,” I could have beat Elon Musk to buying Twitter. …
Why Are Cell Phones Bad For Kids, and How Does Troomi Help?
June 7, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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It seems like every kid has a phone these days. With social media running rampant and remote learning becoming more of a norm, kids of all ages are turning to cell phones for entertainment, communication, and learning. Cell phones have a lot of…
Why You Should Take a Break from Social Media
June 1, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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At its best, social media is entertaining and communal. It makes us laugh, inspires bursts of creativity, and motivates us to keep in contact with family or friends that we don’t regularly see. Sounds pretty good, right? At its worst, however, social media…
Five Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Text and Drive
May 30, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Smartphones are an amazing invention. They connect us with faraway friends and family, answer questions at a moment's notice, and help us access tons of educational and inspiring content. However, phones are also distracting. When a text comes through and your phone lights…
51 Fresh Dinner Conversation Topics for Families
May 27, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Controversial opinion: dinner is the best meal of the day. It’s nutritious, delicious, and the diversity of dishes you can bring to the table is astounding. Sure, breakfast is the most important and lunch helps you push through the day, but there’s something…
What is Bitcoin: A Beginner’s Guide to Cryptocurrencies
May 24, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Money is confusing. Technology is even more confusing. Add those two together, and you get a perfect storm of misunderstanding called cryptocurrency. You heard that right folks, today we’re delving into and demystifying everything surrounding cryptocurrency. I can’t lie, I didn’t really understand…
Profitable Things to Look for at Thrift Stores with Kids
May 20, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Thrifting: it’s all the rage. Thanks to its cheap nature, thrift shopping is gaining popularity with teens and adults alike. I know so many people whose wardrobe is composed primarily of clothes found at the second-hand store (myself included). It’s fun to discover…