So yesterday was a very laid back day. We played in the house (it was SUPER hot and WINDY), read, and watched a couple shows. Fast-forward to 7pm, after church. Seth was cranky and beside himself. I was talking to Dan on the phone (I had the older 2 in the van with me) and explained that because we hadn't done much that day, he was probably needing to wear off energy. We watched more 'screens' (that's what we call TV, computer, video games) than we normally do.
After that phone call...this is the conversation I had with Josiah:
Josiah: Mom, you're right, we did have too many screens...I think tomorrow I need to not have ANY screens.
Mom: That sounds like a great idea.
Josiah: Mom, I know that tomorrow I might feel differently about it, but I want you to remind me to stick with it. Even if I tell you I don't want to continue anymore.
Josiah: Ok, so you will help me?
Mom: for sure buddy, I think that sounds like a great plan
He's been doing great! He's played more legos than normal, he read for 1 1/2 hours, he drew car pictures...I'm so proud that he knew he would feel weak throughout the day, but still asked me to hold him accountable. We don't watch tons of TV or anything, but in the mornings, they will watch a short show, something maybe later in the afternoon. He had to break himself of that and think of other things to do. I think 'unplugging' has gone well! Way to go buddy!
After that phone call...this is the conversation I had with Josiah:
Josiah: Mom, you're right, we did have too many screens...I think tomorrow I need to not have ANY screens.
Mom: That sounds like a great idea.
Josiah: Mom, I know that tomorrow I might feel differently about it, but I want you to remind me to stick with it. Even if I tell you I don't want to continue anymore.
Mom: ok, that's a great plan. I'll do my best to help you, and I'll remind you that you asked me to, ok?
Josiah: Ok, so you will help me?
Mom: for sure buddy, I think that sounds like a great plan
He's been doing great! He's played more legos than normal, he read for 1 1/2 hours, he drew car pictures...I'm so proud that he knew he would feel weak throughout the day, but still asked me to hold him accountable. We don't watch tons of TV or anything, but in the mornings, they will watch a short show, something maybe later in the afternoon. He had to break himself of that and think of other things to do. I think 'unplugging' has gone well! Way to go buddy!
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That is so cool! I love hearing about his heart and how he knew what he needed and knew when to ask for help!
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