WEBVTT Kind: captions Language: en 00:00:00.480 --> 00:00:04.160 Hi, I’m Arcelia González for Common Sense Media. 00:00:04.160 --> 00:00:08.640 Today we’re looking at ways we can  feel more balanced in our lives   00:00:08.640 --> 00:00:11.520 when it comes to using media and technology. 00:00:11.520 --> 00:00:15.819 Understanding how to balance screen  time with other activities is often 00:00:15.819 --> 00:00:18.900 an important part of being a good Digital Citizen. 00:00:19.600 --> 00:00:23.686 So, with that in mind, I’m going to chat with  someone who knows a lot 00:00:23.686 --> 00:00:27.241 about this subject, the Digital Citizen we call Arms. 00:00:27.840 --> 00:00:32.400 Parents watching this can think about  using our conversation as a model   00:00:32.400 --> 00:00:36.284 for how to talk with their own  kids about managing screen time. 00:00:37.840 --> 00:00:40.563 Hello Arms. Nice to see you again. 00:00:41.477 --> 00:00:42.085 Hi. 00:00:42.720 --> 00:00:47.545 So, can you tell us about a time you felt that you’d spent too long using 00:00:47.545 --> 00:00:51.840 a device like a phone or tablet or computer? 00:00:51.840 --> 00:00:54.432 Maybe watching YouTube or playing a video game? 00:00:54.892 --> 00:00:55.876 Um, yeah. 00:00:56.160 --> 00:00:59.752 Recently, I was watching one of my favorite gamers talk about Minecraft 00:00:59.752 --> 00:01:01.206 on her YouTube channel. 00:01:01.206 --> 00:01:02.800 Her video was super cool. 00:01:02.800 --> 00:01:07.440 When it was over, a new video just popped  up and started playing, so I kept watching. 00:01:07.440 --> 00:01:12.427 Then there was another one, and other one,  and pretty soon I totally lost track of time. 00:01:12.642 --> 00:01:14.402 OK. So what happened next? 00:01:14.720 --> 00:01:17.216 Well, when I heard my tummy rumbling,   00:01:17.216 --> 00:01:20.161 I realized I was really hungry andthat my eyes were tired from 00:01:20.161 --> 00:01:22.244 staring at the screen for so long. 00:01:22.244 --> 00:01:25.120 I looked out my window and saw  that it was a nice sunny day. 00:01:25.120 --> 00:01:27.600 That’s when I remembered that  I should always find a healthy   00:01:27.600 --> 00:01:30.734 balance between online stuff and IN-PERSON stuff. 00:01:31.040 --> 00:01:32.748 That’s exactly right. 00:01:32.748 --> 00:01:36.989 We can do lots of fun things on screens that help us learn, 00:01:36.989 --> 00:01:39.586 or enjoy time with friends and family. 00:01:39.586 --> 00:01:42.080 But sometimes we need to take a break. 00:01:42.080 --> 00:01:43.920 Yep, and that’s what I did. 00:01:43.920 --> 00:01:47.257 First, I got up, moved my  body and wiggled my arms. 00:01:47.257 --> 00:01:50.271 Then I grabbed some snacks and  went outside to ride my bike. 00:01:50.720 --> 00:01:52.103 That’s great. 00:01:52.103 --> 00:01:55.680 Exercising is a fun way to create good balance. 00:01:55.680 --> 00:02:00.880 Can you think of some other things you  love to do that don’t involve screens? 00:02:00.880 --> 00:02:03.840 Sure. I like to play basketball with my friends. 00:02:03.840 --> 00:02:07.760 I love to color, play Legos,  & bake cookies with my family. 00:02:07.760 --> 00:02:13.280 Um, reading a book is super fun...oh, I  also love to go to the park and climb trees! 00:02:13.280 --> 00:02:17.760 I suppose those long arms of  yours are really good for that! 00:02:17.760 --> 00:02:19.028 They sure are. 00:02:19.520 --> 00:02:22.197 OK. So, one last question. 00:02:22.197 --> 00:02:25.040 Do you think there’s something you can do to make 00:02:25.040 --> 00:02:28.800 sure you don’t stay on your  screen too long the next time? 00:02:28.800 --> 00:02:32.160 Oh yeah. My parents and I  came up with a good plan. 00:02:32.160 --> 00:02:35.520 Now, before I start using  any screens, I set an alarm. 00:02:35.520 --> 00:02:39.760 And when the alarm goes off, I know it’s  time to get up and do something different. 00:02:39.760 --> 00:02:42.400 That’s an excellent strategy Arms! 00:02:42.400 --> 00:02:45.280 Thanks very much for sharing your stories. 00:02:45.280 --> 00:02:48.160 Everything you’ve said has been really helpful. 00:02:48.160 --> 00:02:49.528 You’re welcome. 00:02:49.528 --> 00:02:50.637 Bye! 00:02:51.920 --> 00:03:00.400 For more tips on managing screen time with  young kids, visit commonsensemedia.org.