A few months ago, actor Rutger Hauer died at the age of 75. While his career spanned decades, he is […]
You Can’t Measure Transcendence
Here’s my family scene from a few of months ago: My wife and I were at the airport waiting for […]
The Power of Friendships
Strong friendships make our lives better. We must carve out connecting time. I’m a longtime fan of “alternative” music. While […]
How to Tackle Emerging Screen Use Problems
What can we do as parents when screen problems begin to emerge? Here’s the latest video from my Tech Happy […]
Preventing Parenting Problems
In an age of screen challenges, how do we prevent problems? Hello! I’m back from a family vacation—a road trip […]
Texas Standard Interview
Dr. Brooks was recently featured on the Texas Standard, an award-winning radio journalism organization that focuses on current, relevant issues. […]
The Foundation for Effective Parenting
How can we be effective parents? It’s the biggest key to influencing our kids. What’s the foundation for effective parenting? This […]
How to Manage The Challenge of Screens
The Tech Happy Life Model is a framework to help with screen balance. Hello! As parents, it’s a challenge to steer our […]
What is “Gaming Disorder” And Does My Child Have It?
A new, video game-related diagnosis appears in the ICD-11. Is it a real thing? Here is my most recent episode […]
Making Sense of Suicide
Many of us were rocked by the recent suicides of icons Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade. Suicide is always tragic, no […]
Why Can’t Screens Make Us Happy?
Despite the benefits of our screens, why don’t they improve overall happiness? You might have read my blog on the topic of […]
Helping Kids Disconnect To Connect In The Summer
It’s tough to get kids off screens during the summer. Here are some tips. If you are parent, then your […]
Should We Be Worried About Generation Z?
Are the worries about Generation Z merely hype or is there something to them? I recently posted a blog on the […]
What’s the Key to Teens Getting Happiness from Screens?
How can teens achieve greater happiness from their screen use? Above, you will find my most recent vlog on my Tech […]
Why Don’t Our Screens Make Us A LOT Happier?
The great news is this: The sky is NOT falling. Despite some of the doomsday headlines, Generation Z is not going to […]
Do Our Screens Make Us Any Happier?
Since you are reading this blog, you are likely old enough to remember “The Before.” You remember a time before […]
How to Maximize Happiness in a Tech-Saturated World
Are you seeking a happier life in this tech world? Here’s how to start. I’ve started a YouTube channel for Tech […]
Are the Kids Alright?
I recently was interviewed by Tara Parker-Pope of the the New York Times for a story she did entitled, “Are […]
Improve Happiness with Screens
In my previous blog, I brought up the fundamental problem with our screens. Our overuse of screens can interfere with […]
The Fundamental Problem with Screens
We love our screens, and certainly they offer many benefits. But there is a fundamental problem with screens that might […]