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In a world where artificial intelligence shapes how we live, work, and connect, how do we raise children who remain Uniquely Human? Occupational therapist and parenting expert Aubrey Schmalle, OTR/L delivers a powerful guide to help families thrive in a tech-saturated age. Drawing from over 20 years of clinical experience and her own journey as a single mom, Aubrey introduces The Five Pillars Framework-a practical roadmap for developing the habits and emotional intelligence children need to become leaders and creators, not passive consumers of technology. Inside, you'll learn how to: Balance screen time with real-world learning and connection Build emotional regulation and self-awareness in children Cultivate digital safety, confidence, and resilience Reignite family routines that promote creativity and purpose Nurture independence and success in an AI-driven world With research, relatable stories, and actionable exercises, Uniquely Human shows you how to transform daily chaos into mindful connection-helping your children grow into compassionate, adaptable, and tech-wise adults. Empower your family to thrive in the digital age-one intentional habit at a time.

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Aubrey Schmalle's Uniquely Human is an insightful, timely, and compassionate guide for parents navigating the uncharted terrain of raising children in an AI-driven world. As both a pediatric occupational therapist and a single mother, Schmalle brings unmatched expertise and authenticity to her message. She doesn't just talk about technology's impact-she shows parents how to respond with intention, balance, and grace. Through her Five Pillars Framework, she offers an actionable roadmap to help families restore human connection, emotional regulation, and purposeful living amid digital overload. What makes this book shine is Schmalle's empathetic storytelling-grounded in science, yet deeply personal. Readers will find themselves nodding, reflecting, and reimagining what ""success"" means for the next generation. This is not another ""limit screen time"" lecture-it's a movement toward raising emotionally intelligent, self-aware, and resilient children who will lead and create in the age of AI. A must- read for parents, educators, and caregivers who want to raise uniquely human leaders in a digital world.

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Aubrey Schmalle, OTR/L, SIPT, is a nationally recognized occupational therapist, child development expert, and the creator of the Body Activated LearningTM framework. With over two decades of experience, she helps families bridge therapy and real life through science-based, sensory-informed strategies. A dynamic speaker and devoted mom, Aubrey empowers parents to raise confident, emotionally intelligent kids who thrive in a tech-driven world-always grounded in connection, creativity, and compassion.

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