Throughout the book the author provides moving insights which helps parents understand that it’s often the tedious, every day daily interactions of family life where deep bonds are built. The author repeatedly talks about if these moments are constantly interrupted with technology, then we are losing out on the family time that is essential.
Reading The Big Disconnect was a wake-up call for me as a parent. Being a first time parent, I have times were I just plop my nine month old in front of the TV if Mickey Mouse Clubhouse is on or give him my cell phone just so I can get something accomplished. I believe most parents have been guilty of this and understand that the overuse of technology can be harmful. However, after reading this book I