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Newsweek
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Mom Made One Change to Screen Time—and It Transformed Her Kids' Behavior
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. When her young children began acting out after screen time, mother and content creator Nika Diwa started to wonder whether what they were watching might be playing a role. She decided to try something different—an approach that's since gone viral and sparked a wider conversation among parents online. "I realized modern shows were becoming too overstimulating because my kids would act out in tantrums after watching, or they would have trouble transitioning to another activity after the show," Diwa told Newsweek. "My husband had the idea to try out older, classic shows." On December 5, 2024, Diwa shared a video to her Instagram account, @ showing her seated on a couch with her young daughter as they quietly watched an old anime film together. An overlaid text on the clip read: "Watching classic Japanese anime to help regulate my toddler because modern kids' shows are overstimulating." The post quickly went viral, receiving more than 475,000 likes and widespread agreement from fellow parents in the comments. Diwa said she does not know any other parents personally who have made the same switch, but she encourages others to try. "We have seen such a positive difference in our kids and bonus: it has been so fun to relive our favorite beloved classics," she said. Older Japanese anime, such as the works of Studio Ghibli, is often characterized by slower pacing, subdued music and gentle storytelling—a marked contrast to the bright visuals, rapid scene cuts and frenetic energy found in much of today's children's programming and online content designed for children. Similar parents commenting on Diwa's post said the switch made a noticeable difference in their own homes, with several sharing anecdotes of improved moods and calmer transitions to offscreen activities. Are modern cartoons overstimulating your child? Some parents think so—and they're switching things up. Are modern cartoons overstimulating your child? Some parents think so—and they're switching things up. Peter Byrne/PA Wire URN:17423429 Press Association via AP Images One viewer commented: "It does! It works! My kid sits in one place and watches the entire movie, instead of hopping and jumping around and getting overstimulated." "I'm convinced that shows airing from 1990-2010 had this effect on 2000s kids that's quite unexplainable but made us normal," another added. In the video, Diwa and her daughter were watching Kiki's Delivery Service, a 1989 Studio Ghibli film. The genre as a whole is widely celebrated for its age-appropriate narratives and emotional depth, and the film has long been praised for its thoughtful portrayal of childhood and growing up. More-recent viewers of the film, like those in Diwa's comments, have praised it for its lack of sensory overload. As more parents seek alternatives to the high-octane programming that dominates children's entertainment, Diwa's decision to revisit the gentler aesthetics of vintage anime appears to have offered not only a nostalgic reprieve for adults, but also a regulatory tool for young viewers. Dr. Mary Beth DeWitt, chief of child psychology at Dayton Children's Hospital in Ohio, told Newsweek that an overconsumption of not just modern media, but any media, may be harmful to young children. "Toddlers, by nature, are learning self-regulatory skills, and may vary in the temperamental characteristics that contribute to overstimulation," DeWitt said. "In general, parents should create a calm yet stimulating environment, establish routines and try to limit screen time. "Toddlers do best with a predictable routine, which may include calming activities," DeWitt added. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) suggests that screen time should be limited to one hour per day of quality programming. DeWitt said that this time should be spent with an adult who can help make sense of what they are seeing. "However, kids in general spend about seven hours a day on media, and are often exposed to a variety of messages," DeWitt added. "But a family media plan can help families make wise media choices. "The AAP recommends that parents and caregivers develop a plan that takes into account the health, education and entertainment needs of each individual child as well as the whole family; and then follow the family media plan together, revising it when necessary." If you have a parenting dilemma, let us know via life@ We can ask experts for advice, and your story could be featured on Newsweek.
Geek Girl Authority
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Girl Authority
Geek Girl Authority Crush of the Week: KIKI
Welcome to this week's installment of Geek Girl Authority Crush of the Week, wherein we spotlight strong women and non-binary folks who inspire us. These characters are prime examples of empowerment and how crucial it is for youth to have said examples to follow. Kiki Fast Facts Kiki is the titular main character of the beloved Studio Ghibli film Kiki's Delivery Service . The 1989 animated movie follows the young witch-in-training, who leaves home after her 13th birthday to practice her craft alongside her trusty black cat (and best friend), Jiji. Though flying is the only skill she's learned, she's eager to offer her services in a new place. And she does just that. She soon arrives in the seaside town of Koriko, where the film's themes of coming of age and finding your purpose shine through. Kiki quickly learns that settling in won't be an easy task. She's turned away from a hotel, and many of the folks around town are put off by the aspiring witch, despite her good intentions. Apart from a local boy named Tombo, that is. With a passion for flying himself, he's inspired by Kiki from the moment he spots her on her broom. RELATED: The Final Battle Begins in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Trailer Fortunately, a kind woman named Osono takes Kiki and Jiji in, offering them a place to stay in exchange for their service at the bakery. On Kiki's broom, the pair swiftly deliver baked goods and other gifts to customers all over town. They go above and beyond by lending a helping hand in other ways, too. The Real Deal Kiki is the real deal. She never turns down a job and does everything in her power to see a challenge through. When she loses a gift on a delivery, she asks Jiji to stand in as the stuffed toy until she can return the lost item. In her search, Kiki befriends the artist Ursula, who found the toy among a flock of upset crows. After waiting patiently for Ursula to stitch it up, Kiki heads back and makes the switch. She does her best to help out a customer, even when it conflicts with her invitation to join Tombo at the aviation club. She gets held up while waiting for a pie to bake and races to deliver it in the rain. Kiki arrives right on time, but the young customer isn't happy with the gift her grandmother sent along with the witch. To make matters worse, Kiki misses the club meeting and winds up with a cold. RELATED: Here Are the Films and Dates for Studio Ghibli Fest 2025 Luckily, Osono pulls some strings to arrange for Kiki to meet with Tombo again. The two bond over their mutual love for flying. But their outing is cut short when Tombo's friends arrive, and Kiki is disappointed. Soon after, she wakes up to discover that she no longer has the ability to fly or understand Jiji. Growing Pains Kiki's Delivery Service is all about growing up. Like any teenager, Kiki struggles with fitting in. We see this when she's feeling insecure about her traditional black dress and her worn shoes, and again when she hesitates to join Tombo's friends. She wants to be like other kids, but feels that she's just too different. These feelings lead Kiki to lose sight of the gifts that make her unique. She confides in Ursula, who tells the witch all about a bad case of artist's block she once had. Ursula would spend all her time painting until one day, she just couldn't. She'd try, but felt that nothing she did was any good; her paintings looked like copies of other paintings she'd seen. She tells Kiki she had to figure out what and why she wanted to paint to discover her own style. That's when Kiki comes to the realization that she needs to find her own inspiration to learn to fly again. RELATED: Anime Roundup: Everything Coming Out in June 2025 Why She Matters Why does Kiki matter? Instead of changing herself to fit in, she carves out a place in the world to be herself and take pride in her gifts. It takes resolve, newfound inspiration and accepting the things that make her different for Kiki to find her magic again, even if it means Jiji is no longer her only friend. But that's part of growing up, and Kiki's Delivery Service speaks to young audiences who've faced the same struggles. Ultimately, Kiki's determination and the lessons she learns on the job in a new place are what help her rediscover her ability to fly. In finding herself, she's also able to save Tombo when a blimp takes the young boy up in the air with no way to get down. At the last moment, Kiki swoops in on her broom and catches her new friend. RELATED: Looking for another crush? Check out our Geek Girl Authority Crushes of the Week So, be like Kiki. When a task gets tough, don't get down on yourself. Failure and moments of self-doubt are facts of life; they don't define you. Facing hardship doesn't mean you're not good enough. In looking at challenges as opportunities to get creative, find your magic and help out where you're really needed. We can always learn something new. In the end, this leads us back to ourselves and to the people who care about us. You can stream Kiki's Delivery Service , subtitled and dubbed, on Max. GGA's Favorite Fandom Cookbooks Gift Guide Olivia Rolls (she/her) is a weekly contributor at GGA, specializing in cozy games, anime and all things horror. Her byline has appeared at publications like The Mary Sue, The Escapist, GameSkinny and more. When she's not writing deep dives on her favorite games, shows, movies or characters, she's probably yapping about the latest pop culture trends or catching up on another Pokémon playthrough. E-mail professional inquiries to [email protected]. You can also find Olivia on Bluesky and LinkedIn.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
DoorDash to See Earnings Boost From Anticipated Ramp in Ad Revenue, Oppenheimer Says
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Newsweek
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Mom Thinks Toddler Overstimulated by Modern TV, Finds Animated Alternative
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. When her young children began acting out after screen time, mother and content creator Nika Diwa began to question whether what they were watching was to blame. Her solution was trading hyperactive cartoons for vintage Japanese anime, and it has since gone viral, sparking a wider conversation among parents online. "I realized modern shows were becoming too overstimulating because my kids would act out in tantrums after watching, or they would have trouble transitioning to another activity after the show," Diwa told Newsweek. "My husband had the idea to try out older, classic shows." On December 5, 2024, Diwa shared a video to her Instagram account, @ showing her seated on a couch with her young daughter as they quietly watched an old anime film together. An overlaid text on the clip read: "Watching classic Japanese anime to help regulate my toddler because modern kids' shows are overstimulating." The post quickly went viral, receiving more than 475,000 likes and widespread agreement from fellow parents in the comments. Diwa said she does not know any other parents personally who have made the same switch, but she encourages others to try. "We have seen such a positive difference in our kids and bonus; it has been so fun to relive our favorite beloved classics," she said. From left: Nika Diwa and her daughter sit on their couch at home and watch Japanese anime together. From left: Nika Diwa and her daughter sit on their couch at home and watch Japanese anime together. @ Older Japanese anime, such as the works of Studio Ghibli, is often characterized by slower pacing, subdued music and gentle storytelling—a marked contrast to the bright visuals, rapid scene cuts and frenetic energy found in much of today's children's programming and online content designed for children. Similar parents commenting on Diwa's post said the switch made a noticeable difference in their own homes, with several sharing anecdotes of improved moods and calmer transitions to offscreen activities. One viewer commented: "It does! It works! My kid sits in one place and watches the entire movie, instead of hopping and jumping around and getting overstimulated." "I'm convinced that shows airing from 1990-2010 had this effect on 2000s kids that's quite unexplainable but made us normal," another added. In the video, Diwa and her daughter were watching Kiki's Delivery Service, a 1989 Studio Ghibli film. The genre as a whole is widely celebrated for its age-appropriate narratives and emotional depth, and the film has long been praised for its thoughtful portrayal of childhood and growing up. More-recent viewers of the film, like those in Diwa's comments, have praised it for its lack of sensory overload. As more parents seek alternatives to the high-octane programming that dominates children's entertainment, Diwa's decision to revisit the gentler aesthetics of vintage anime appears to have offered not only a nostalgic reprieve for adults, but also a regulatory tool for young viewers. Dr. Mary Beth DeWitt, chief of child psychology at Dayton Children's Hospital in Ohio, told Newsweek that an overconsumption of not just modern media, but any media, may be harmful to young children. "Toddlers, by nature, are learning self-regulatory skills, and may vary in the temperamental characteristics that contribute to overstimulation," DeWitt said. "In general, parents should create a calm yet stimulating environment, establish routines and try to limit screen time. "Toddlers do best with a predictable routine, which may include calming activities," DeWitt added. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) suggests that screen time should be limited to one hour per day of quality programming. DeWitt said that this time should be spent with an adult who can help make sense of what they are seeing. "However, kids in general spend out seven hours a day on media, and are often exposed to a variety of messages," DeWitt added. "But a family media plan can help families make wise media choices. "The AAP recommends that parents and caregivers develop a plan that takes into account the health, education and entertainment needs of each individual child as well as the whole family; and then follow the family media plan together, revising it when necessary." If you have a parenting dilemma, let us know via life@ We can ask experts for advice, and your story could be featured on Newsweek.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Brawl Stars Kaze Guide – Best Setup For Ultra Legendary Brawler
The post Brawl Stars Kaze Guide – Best Setup For Ultra Legendary Brawler appeared first on ClutchPoints. Kaze, the first Ultra-Legendary Brawler in Brawl Stars has arrived, and in this guide we'll take a look at her forms, attacks, stats, and skills and create the best build possible. Kaze is technically two brawlers in one, with two forms that you can mix and match with to your advantage. Each form comes with its own main attack, Super, and more. Without further ado, let's take a look at Kaze. Kaze officially comes to Brawl Stars on June 5th, and players can unlock her through the following methods: Unlock her on Starr Road for 5,500 Credits when she releases on June 5th, 2025. Purchase the Kaze Value Pack from the Shop for $49.99 USD (Limited Time Deal) Brawl Stars Kaze Guide – All Forms, Attacks, & Stats Per Level Kaze has two forms for the player to use throughout the battle, Geisha & Ninja. Each form has its own main attack and Super for Kaze to use. Kaze (Geisha) In her Geisha Form, Kaze uses the Delivery Service Main attack. It's the form and attack she will start with when you first enter battle with her. This attack works similarly to Mortis' Main attack. Kaze dashes forward, slicing nearby enemies and dealing damage. However, it dash itself does not deal damage, as damage is only inflicted when Kaze finishes her Dash. Furthermore, Delivery Service, like Shade's main attack, has a strike spot which deals more damage if you hit enemies at the right angle. It's not always easy to perform, but you deal twice the damage with each Weak Spot strike. Kaze (Geisha)'s Super, Fan Storm, lets her throw her fan, which unleashes a small storm. Enemies inside the storm can't see what's going on outside, giving you and your teammates the upper hand. Furthermore, enemies on the edge of the storm will receive damage for every second they stand there. Kaze (Ninja) In her Ninja form, Kaze's Main Attack, Silent Shuriken, lets her throw 2 ranged projectiles that deal more damage the closer your target is. Her Super in this form, Fist of the Brawl Star, lets her dash a long distance, marking enemies along the way. After a brief period, all marked explode and receive damage. POWER LEVEL Health Delivery Service Damage (Strike Spot) Silent Shuriken Damage: Max/Min Range Fan Storm Damage (Per Second) Fist of the Brawl Star Damage 1 3800 750 (1500) 375/750 1300 1500 2 4180 825 (1650) 412/825 1430 1650 3 4560 900 (1800) 449/900 1560 1800 4 4940 975 (1950) 486/975 1690 1950 5 5320 1050 (2100) 523/1050 1820 2100 6 5700 1125 (2250) 560/1125 1950 2250 7 6080 1200 (2400) 597/1200 2080 2400 8 6460 1275 (2550) 634/1275 2210 2550 9 6840 1350 (2700) 671/1350 2340 2700 10 7220 1425 (2850) 708/1425 2470 2850 11 7600 1500 (3000) 745/1500 2600 3000 Brawl Stars Kaze Guide – Which Star Powers & Gadgets are the best? Kaze has two gadgets at launch, which change effect depending on her form: Gracious Host Hensojutsu Additionally, Kaze has two Star Powers, which change depending on which form she's using Advanced Techniques Gratuity Included Furthermore, Kaze can use the following gadgets in battle: Speed Vision Health Shield Damage Gadget Cooldown Brawl Stars Kaze Guide – Recommended Star Power, Gadget, & Gear Setup For Gadgets, we recommend using Gracious Host. The healing from switching to your Ninja Aspect can help in a pinch. Furthermore, the speed boost can be useful in helping you evade enemy fire. Hensojutsu's invisibility doesn't last longe enough. And the dash forward from switching back to Geisha does not seem too useful. As for Star Powers, both are good, though we slightly prefer Gratuity Included. The ammo drain is great for making a team wipe easier. Furthermore, increasing your gadget effect's duration can help in more ways than you realize. Advanced Techniques' benefits are good too, especially the ability to slow down enemies with your Geisha form. For Gears, use a Gadget Cooldown for quicker swaps between modes. Beyond that, we recommend a shield or health gear to keep her Geisha Form a bit safer. Gem Grab Kaze's use of her two modes can be of great value to teams in Gem Grab. In Geisha Form, she can dash and escape with gems, or catch enemies by surprise with her Fan Storm. But if need be, she can switch to Geisha and wipe out gem grabbers from afar. She's a swiss army knife on the battlefield when it comes to one of the most popular modes in the game. Duo/Trio Showdown Kaze can work well with numerous compositions to make her effective in Duo Showdown. In her Geisha form, she can wipe out boxes with ease and stack power cubes faster. But she can also switch back to her Ninja form to attack enemies from afar. She works well with a solid healer or support character like Ruffs or Pam. Brawl Ball Kaze's Fan Storm can trap a potential scorer or defender, giving your team the edge in Brawl Ball. Plus, she can use her Geisha Form dashes to move ahead in the map and gain some ground. But if need be, she can always switch to her Ninja form if she wants to attack enemies from a distance. Overall, she works really well in this mode. Brawl Stars Kaze Guide – What Modes Should I NOT Use Kaze In? Solo Showdown By herself, Kaze may not be as powerful in Showdown. Long-range enemies can snipe her from afar. And other brawlers are equipped to either push, stun, or knock her away. In her Ninja form, Kaze might not deal enough damage, which will hurt in an endgame scenario when you face power cube-filled opponents. She's not bad in this mode, but it's not where she shines brightest. Bounty/Knockout/Wipeout Typically, these modes favor long-range brawlers. Brawlers like Mandy, Meeple, or Piper will have a field day picking off Kaze. Even with her Geisha dash, opponents will easily predict her movements and wipe her out. Only play these modes with her when there's maps full of cover. Overall, that wraps up our Brawl Stars Kaze Guide. We wish you luck in unlocking her. And we hope you enjoy using Kaze! Lastly, for more gaming and Brawl Stars news, visit ClutchPoints. Furthermore, subscribe to our own gaming newsletter for more weekly info.
