TNMU #130: Are Your Kids Too Busy?

Being busy can seem like a state of being as a parent. And there are so many things that kids can be into these days. But how much it too much? How do you know when your kids are too busy? Mark and Josh discuss some ways to know if there’s too much on the calendar. Blog Article: https://thenextmanup.com/are-your-kids-too-busy/ Music Credit: "Funkorama" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)   Expanded Notes For This Episode:  - Do they have the opportunity to be bored? Boredom allows for self initiative and creativity.  - How often do you have family meals? It’s a great opportunity to pause and connect.  - Do you need more calendars or calendar space to track everything? The calendar is a window into priorities  - Can you really afford it? Borrowing money to finance activities is not a good idea.  - Are you exhausted? Although part of the parent job description, being tired is party a choice.  - The culture celebrates busyness, but it’s not really a good thing  - Before hurrying back to normal coming out of this COVID season, take a moment