Equip Your Kids to Fight Porn with Kristen Jenson | Ep. 651

Awesome Marriage Podcast

Are your kids protected from p*rn? Do they know how to fight back? What if they’ve already been exposed to it?

So many parents do not know how to protect their kids from porn, or how to equip them with what to do if they are exposed to it. We are so pleased to hear from Kristen Jenson today on the podcast with the answers to your questions. Equip yourself so that you can equip kids well.

We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage.

Episode highlights include:

• The hidden mental health dangers of p*rn

• The scripts parents need to discuss p*rn with their kids’

• Tips for digital safety in today's technology-driven world.

• When should you start talking to your kids about p*rn?

• Which phones are safer for kids?

• Resources that will help you guide your kids or grandchildren

• The need for open conversations that can protect children's innocence.

*Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here!

Couples Conversation Guide:

Main takeaway: Your kids & grandkids need a plan in place to protect them from the danger of porn exposure and addiction. Today’s episode will equip you to make that plan.

Questions to Discuss:

1. Have you taken the time to equip your kids with what to do if they are exposed to porn?

2. Do you have a plan to resist the temptation of porn or explicit materials?

3. If not, use the resources below to develop a plan today.

QUOTES

• “If you’re worried about what to do with your kids about p*rn, this podcast is for you.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling

• “P*rnography is fueling a huge rise in child-on-child harmful sexual behavior.” - Kristen Jenson

• “How do you talk to kids about it in a way that doesn’t scare them, doesn’t scare the parents and gives them a real plan?” - Kristen Jenson

• “We all need scripts for certain life situations. There are no scripts passed down for this problem.” - Kristen Jenson

• “We live in a world awash with addiction. We need to teach our kids how to protect their brains from addiction.” - Kristen Jenson

• “P*rnography is the tool of choice. If kids know what to do, they’re going to be that much safer.” - Kristen Jenson

• “We have an opportunity to say, no this isn’t normal. No, this isn’t healthy.” - Kristen Jenson

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Purchase Kristen’s books: Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today's Young Kids, Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr., and the Guidebook for Counseling Kids

• Learn about our the brand new curriculum Brain Defense: Digital Safety

• Keep current with empowering articles From Defend Young Minds

• Use the instantly-downloadable guides to help you teach your child

• Follow Defend Young Minds on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, & LinkedIn