Shakira and the strict rules about her children's screen use
The Colombian artist detailed how she protects Milan and Sasha's mental health from hyperconnectivity and media exposure
In a world dominated by the instant gratification of social media, Shakira decided to draw a clear line in the education of her sons, Milan and Sasha.
During a revealing interview with journalist Henar Alvarez for RTVE Play, the Barranquilla native shared the firm philosophy that governs her home: keeping her Children kept away from digital dependency and media noise.
The singer was emphatic in explaining that his children do not own cell phones. She detailed that access to technology is a highly regulated privilege.
“They have an iPad, but it's very controlled; I give it to them on a Saturday morning, just for an hour,” the artist stated, emphasizing the importance of children finding happiness in simple things and not in the validation of a “like.”
No YouTube and away from search engines
One of the most drastic measures taken by the “Punteria” singer is the outright ban on platforms like YouTube.
For Shakira, unfiltered content and the social media algorithm represent a risk to the emotional development of minorities.
Furthermore, there is a golden rule in her house: do not search for their names, neither hers nor that of her father, Gerard Pique, on the internet. “Why?” the singer questioned, asserting that his children are mature enough to understand that reality isn't found on screens. "They know not to be fooled by everything that's said. That the truth isn't on social media," she declared. With this stance, Shakira seeks to foster critical thinking and frustration tolerance in her children, values ????she considers essential in a society that often prioritizes appearance over substance. For the global star, protecting their privacy and disconnecting them from the internet is key to them growing up with a solid emotional foundation.

