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Amy Blankson with Lauren Hasson

Superthinkers: Thriving in a Tech-Saturated World

Noon CST 7pm CST

12:00 pm CST 7:00 pm CST

When

Wed, Feb 4, 2026 @ Noon and 7pm CST

Where

Virtual Event

Program Takeaways:

Parenting in a tech-saturated era requires a mindset shift—from constant worry and control to building judgment, adaptability, and agency in kids (and ourselves).

“SuperThinkers” aren’t defined by fast answers—they’re defined by asking better questions (the 5Ws), spotting gaps, and thinking critically about who built a tool, what it’s doing, and who it serves.

Screen time is a blunt measure—a child can have “low screen time” and still struggle if sleep, nutrition, schoolwork, and relationships are off. The goal is skill-building and balance, not minutes.

Digital citizenship has evolved—it’s no longer just manners and rules; it’s discernment, values, integrity, and deciding what to trust in a world of manipulated or AI-generated content.

Achievement ≠ life readiness—a checklist of grades and credentials can crowd out curiosity, risk-taking, and original thinking. The future belongs to lifelong learners (“K–100”) who know how to adapt.

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In this urgent and eye-opening session, bestselling author and digital well-being expert Amy Blankson kicks off CTE month with a practical playbook for raising SuperThinkers: young people who are resilient, self-aware, and equipped to lead in a rapidly changing, tech-saturated world. Participants will learn how to inspire young people to not only navigate the digital age wisely, but also to step forward as thoughtful, empathetic leaders who can shape the future.

This isn’t just a conversation about screen time limits. It’s a blueprint for developing the skills that matter most for tomorrow’s leaders: emotional regulation, digital discernment, critical thinking, and the confidence to take initiative, collaborate, and make values-driven decisions.

Amy Blankson is co-founder of the Digital Wellness Institute, and bestselling author of “The Future of Happiness: 5 Modern Strategies for Balancing Productivity and Well-Being in the Digital Era.” A graduate of Harvard and the Yale School of Management, she’s the only person to receive a Point of Light award from two U.S. presidents. Blankson is also a member of the UN Global Happiness Council, Harvard AI for Human Flourishing Council, and a featured professor in Oprah’s happiness e-course.

In conversation with…

Blankson will be in conversation with Lauren Hasson, a senior Silicon Valley engineering leader, internationally recognized keynote speaker, and the award-winning founder of DevelopHer, an award-winning career development platform that has empowered thousands of women in tech to get ahead.