This is the Read to Lead podcast episode 3.46.

Dopamine is great in little spurts.

It's like going to Disneyland once a year.

But when your child is going to Disneyland every single day, they need a ride that's bigger

and they need more time on it. And all of a sudden, you're in this loop that is harmful

for your child's brain. Hello and welcome to the Read to Lead podcast. And in the not too

distant future, about nine months from now, the Read to lead book as well. This podcast is dedicated

to your personal and professional growth. Hi, I'm Jeff, and I believe that if you want to

achieve through success in your business and in your life, that intentional and consistent reading

is a must. Each week, we're joined by yet another successful and inspiring author, and we chat

about their latest book and their unique insights on things like personal and inspiring author, and we chat about their latest book and their

unique insights on things like personal and professional development, leadership, productivity,

career, business, marketing, sales, and entrepreneurship.

Today we'll be talking about some of those topics as they relate to your children or your

grandchildren.

In a moment, we'll sit down with returning guest Arlene Pelican, who is the co-author

of a brand new book called Screen Kids, Five Skills Every Child Needs in a Tech-Driven World.

Arlene and I are going to talk about what the science says about the effects of screen time

on young brains. Some of the not-so-ob obvious signs to be aware of when it comes to screen safety.

The 5A plus social skills your child needs to cultivate and plenty more.

Hey, if you'd like to stay up to date on news related to my upcoming book launch and lots more,

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