MomTalk Lecture Series : The Anxious Generation
Years ago, before the book The Anxious Generation was even published, I attended a workshop titled “How Much Technology is Too Much?” Ever since that day, it’s been a dream of mine to host something similar. Fast forward 5 years, and I’m thrilled to announce the first in our new MOMTALK lecture series, a “TED Talk” type event for Memphis families!
Buy your tickets here. Only 50 seats available. Lite refreshments will be served.
Based on the book by Jonathan Haidt, we’ll be discussing “How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness.” The Anxious Generation analyzes the harmful effects of growing up online. While screens have become a totally normalized part of kids’ development today, social psychologist J. Haidt argues that the negative effects might outweigh the benefits.
Wednesday, November 6th
6pm – 8pm
Novel Booksellers event room
Adults only, please
While it’s not required that you read the book before the event, we highly recommend it. (You can order a copy from Novel here).
The event hosts are two local mental health professionals. Part lecture, part round-table discussion, and part open Q&A, this event is directed at parents concerned about how much cell phones play into their everyday life, their child(ren)’s lives, and how much social media is being consumed. We’ll be talking about “old-fashioned” childhoods and living “off-line” as much as “online” and what that might look like for each family. Understanding “one size doesn’t fit all,” our professionals will be offering tangible takeaways, professional tips, and ongoing support to all families. This event is open to all parents, but intended for those that have children ages 10+.
Meet our event professionals
Dr. Amanda Curry PT, DPT, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Oncology Specialist, Trauma Informed, Training Camp for the Soul™ Master Facilitator, Level 1 David Elliot Breathwork Facilitator
Besides the professional titles Dr. Curry brings to the event, she herself is a local mom of two. She has a fierce commitment to supporting those who struggle with feeling they are “ too much” and are tired of living in shame and denial of their true essence. As she has transitioned out of full time physical therapy work, she now has opened herself up to hold space for women (and especially moms) to unearth their own deep limiting beliefs that are keeping us stuck, disconnected, and overwhelmed through 1:1 private session, in-person group sessions, and even virtual support groups.
Jarrod Hoffman Licensed Professional Counselor – Mental Health Service Provider (Temp), Integrated Behavioral Health Care Training, Memphis Opioid Paraprofessional, Play Therapy Graduate Certificate
A dad of one adorable baby, Jarrod worked in youth ministry before making the transition to counseling. Jarrod talks openly about his parents divorcing at age 10 and seeing porn for the first time at age 11. It wasn’t until 25 that he experienced healing through counseling. Using his own personal experience as a launching point, his passion is helping children and adolescents overcome challenging life circumstances. Jarrod specializes in guiding young adults to find purpose and fulfillment in relationships, career, and calling, and supporting those in recovery. His counseling concentrations include depression, anxiety, sexual addiction, adolescents, and those with autism.
