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Secret Lives of Teens Online

by CyberFareedah

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What Your Kids Love Doing Online Could Help Keep Them Safe

October 29, 2026 · 11 min

Want to help your kids and teens spot online predators and feel safe coming to you when something uncomfortable happens online? My SAFE Method Talking Scripts and mini-course show you exactly what to say so your kids can recognize grooming…
Your Teen Doesn't Want to Keep Secrets From You

October 22, 2026 · 9 min

What if your teen doesn't actually want to keep secrets from you? Sometimes, teens hide parts of their lives not because they want to rebel, but because they don't feel comfortable being fully themselves around their parents. Want to help…
Your Teen Doesn't Need a Perfect Parent (Here's What They Need Instead)

October 15, 2026 · 19 min

Why won't your teen open up to you about what happens online? Sometimes, the missing piece isn't another safety rule. It's showing your teen that you can admit your own mistakes, too. Want to help your kids and teens spot online predators…
Banning Roblox Won't Keep Your Kids Safe Online (Here's Why)

October 8, 2026 · 20 min

Will banning Roblox actually keep your kids safe from online predators? Not necessarily. You can ban Roblox, Snapchat, social media, or any online game, but if your child doesn't understand how to recognize unsafe behavior online, removing…
Your Teen Isn't As Safe Online As You Think

October 2, 2026 · 12 min

Is your teen really safe online, or do you just think they are? Your teen might have great grades, wonderful friends, limited screen time, and no social media accounts. But does that mean they're actually safe online? I was that kid. My…

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Does Your Teen Feel More Like Themselves Online Than With You?

September 24, 2026 · 21 min

Why do teens hide parts of their online lives from their parents, even when they have loving families? Sometimes, it starts with something as simple as not feeling free to dance. In this episode of Secret Lives of Teens Online, I explain…
Parents, Stop Trying to Keep Up With Every App Your Teen Uses

September 17, 2026 · 11 min

Do parents need to keep up with every app, slang term, social media platform, and online trend to keep their teens safe online? No. And trying to keep up with everything may be distracting you from something much more important…
Stop Telling Your Teen They Can Tell You Anything That Happens Online

September 10, 2026 · 21 min

Why don’t teens tell their parents what happens online, even when their parents say, “You can tell me anything”? Because telling your teen they can talk to you isn’t enough. They’re paying attention to what happens when someone actually…
I Was Groomed Online as a Teen. Here is What You Should Know

September 3, 2026 · 48 min

How are teens groomed online, even when they have loving, involved parents? I was groomed online as a teen by multiple adults, even though my parents did many of the things parents are told to do to keep their kids safe. This episode is…
Should Kids Be Banned From Social Media Until 16? My Problem With This Parenting Advice

August 27, 2026 · 15 min

Should kids be banned from social media until they’re 16? I think we’re asking the wrong question. I believe delaying social media can absolutely be part of protecting kids online. But simply keeping your child off Instagram, TikTok…
What Does Online Grooming Actually Look Like? The Red Flags I Missed as a Teen

August 20, 2026 · 32 min

Online grooming doesn’t always feel scary to a teen. At first, it can feel like friendship, connection, acceptance, and finally finding someone who understands you. So how does online grooming actually start? And how can parents recognize…
Your Voice Matters: Share Your Secret Life Online | Secret Lives of Teens Online Ep. 4

August 14, 2026 · 6 min

Your story matters and I want to hear it. In this episode, I invite you to share your experiences growing up online, including the good, bad, ugly, and beautiful parts of your digital life. Maybe you formed a lifelong friendship…

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About the show

Secret Lives of Teens Online exposes real life stories of teens, who everyday navigate a terrifying online world hiding in the shadows of secrecy...often right at home beneath the protection of their own parents. Online predators, secret romances, and sextortion, all are threats reaching teens through their own smartphones and anywhere there is an internet connection. Hosted by CyberFareedah, award-winning internet safety expert and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree.