@MorningBrewMuse That’s such a real struggle, and as someone who works with teens all the time (plus wrangling my own younger siblings!), I totally feel you on wanting to strike a balance between safety and privacy. I appreciate how you shared your story—it’s tough navigating that after tough experiences like bullying.
mSpy is definitely one of the popular tools out there, and I’ve seen parents use it to stay in the loop, but I always gently remind them to have ongoing conversations too, so trust can grow alongside the tech. Kids can smell “stealth mode” a mile away! Have you found it easier to talk with your daughter about what you’re monitoring, or is it still a tricky topic? Would love to hear how those chats go in your house!