Break Free From Default.
Start Designing What Fits.
A 5-week self-paced program for parents ready to break free from screens, systems, and shoulds – and build a family life that actually fits.
Your kids are glued to screens.
Your home is drowning in toys they don’t play with.
Your calendar is packed with activities that leave everyone exhausted.
And you’re constantly wondering: Is this really what childhood is supposed to look like?
Spoiler: It’s not.
Somewhere along the way, we accepted that childhood means:
- Constant screen time (because it’s the only thing that keeps them quiet)
- Overflowing playrooms (that somehow never get played in)
- Endless activities and sports (so they don’t “fall behind”)
- Rushed mornings, overscheduled weekends, and everyone just… surviving
But what if I told you there’s another way?
What if their childhood could look like:
That’s what breaking default looks like.
And I’m going to show you exactly how to do it.
This is for you if:
✓ Your home feels chaotic and you crave more calm
✓ You’re questioning whether traditional school is the right fit
✓ You want your kids to be curious, resilient, independent thinkers
✓ You’re considering (or already doing) homeschool/unschool/worldschool
✓ You want to build a family life that reflects your values, not default systems
✓ You’re ready to do the work (this isn’t a magic fix – it’s a real transformation)
✓ You want to learn from a secular, progressive parent who is always going to be real with you
This Is NOT For You If:
✗ You want someone to tell you exactly what to do (I’ll guide you, but you decide what works for YOUR family)
✗ You’re not willing to question default assumptions
✗ You expect perfection from yourself or your kids
✗ You’re not ready to actually implement (this requires action, not just consumption)
Breaking Default is a step-by-step, audio-based program for parents ready to break free from screens, systems, and shoulds – and build a family life that actually fits.
What You’ll Get
Breaking Default is a 5-week self-paced program with lifetime access to all materials and 12 months of community support.
You can move through the modules on your timeline, but most families see the biggest transformation when they complete one module per week.
Here’s what’s inside:
RESET YOUR HOME
Break free from screen dependency and stabilize the nervous system.
Week 1 Audio Lesson: “Why Screens Are Just The Symptom”
You’ll learn why taking screens away without addressing the deeper issues creates more problems, and how to actually reset your child’s relationship with technology.
What’s included:
5-Step Screen Reset Plan
Baseline Behavior Tracker
Screen Scripts Library (what to say in 20+ common situations)
Emotional Regulation Cheat Sheet
Screen Red Flags Checklist
Neurodivergent Support Guide
By the end of this week: You’ll have a clear plan to reduce screen dependency without constant battles.
REDESIGN THE ENVIRONMENT
Rebuild play, curiosity, and real-world engagement.
Week 2 Audio Lesson: “Creating Environments That Invite Deep Play”
You’ll discover why toy overwhelm is killing your kids’ ability to play, and how to create a home environment that actually supports curiosity and creativity.
What’s included:
Toy Evaluation Checklist
The 90/10 Toy Rule Guide
3-Step Toy Declutter Process
Toys That Promote Deep, Independent Play
How to Build a Yes Space (Ages 0-6)
Age-specific play materials and invitations (Ages 0-3, 3-6, 6-9, 9-12)
Play development guides for each age range
By the end of this week: Your home will be set up to support independent play instead of screen dependency.
REDEFINE BOUNDARIES
Establish long-term screen habits that support healthy development.
Week 3 Audio Lesson: “Building a Healthy Technology Culture”
You’ll learn how to create sustainable screen boundaries that actually hold over time, and how to teach your kids to navigate technology thoughtfully as they grow.
What’s included:
Redefine Master Guide
Screen Boundary Builder Workbook
Family Technology Agreement
Screen Scripts Library (Advanced)
Digital Literacy Guide
Screen Relapse + Reset Guide
Technology Introduction Timeline
Age-specific redefine materials (Ages 0-3, 3-6, 6-9, 9-12)
By the end of this week: You’ll have clear, sustainable screen boundaries and a plan for introducing technology as your kids grow.
REBUILD MINDSET
Foster growth mindset and social-emotional skills.
Week 4 Audio Lesson: “Raising Humans Who Can Handle Life”
You’ll discover how to raise kids who see challenges as opportunities, regulate their emotions, and develop the resilience they need to thrive.
What’s included:
Complete Growth Mindset Curriculum
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) skill-building activities
Productive Struggle Framework
Emotional literacy tools
Age-appropriate mindset practices
Scripts for coaching through challenges
By the end of this week: You’ll have practical tools to help your kids develop resilience, emotional regulation, and a love of learning.
REIMAGINE LEARNING
Question traditional systems and explore alternative education
Week 5 Audio Lesson: “What If We Question Everything?”
You’ll explore what it means to truly reclaim childhood – not just from screens and toys, but from systems that don’t serve your family’s values.
What’s included:
“Is Traditional School Right for Your Family?” guide
Homeschooling 101 starter guide
Complete worldschooling ebooks
Self-Directed Learning resources
Introduction to unschooling and alternative education
Real-life examples from families who’ve made different choices
By the end of this week: You’ll have clarity on what path is right for YOUR family (whether that’s traditional school, homeschool, or something in between).
PLUS: 12 MONTHS OF ONGOING SUPPORT
How It Works
When you enroll:
Over the next 5 weeks (or at your own pace):
After completing the program:
The Investment
Breaking Default: The Complete System
30-Day Implementation Guarantee
Try the program for 30 days. Complete the first two modules and implement the strategies. If you don’t see meaningful change in your home, email me for a full refund.
I trust you to be honest, and I’m confident this works.
Hi, I’m Alanna Gallo
’m a former teacher, current homeschooling mom of four, and recovering perfectionist.
A few years ago, I was sitting on my home office floor feeling completely trapped. I was teaching in a system I no longer believed in—watching kids lose their spark, get overscheduled, overstimulated, and buried under stuff they didn’t need.
My own kids were approaching school age, and I knew I couldn’t send them into that system.
So I started questioning everything.
We left traditional education and started homeschooling. We simplified our home and lives—building a completely different kind of childhood.
Let me tell you something: I didn’t make these choices because my family was struggling. I made them because I could see where the default path leads.
As a teacher, I saw the end result—kids who’d lost their curiosity, their ability to play deeply, their connection to what actually matters.
I didn’t want that for my kids. Or for yours.
That’s why I do this work. To help parents break free before they get there.
I believe kids are naturally curious and capable—if we stop letting systems dictate how childhood should look.
Not everyone needs to homeschool or move across the world. But if you’re questioning the default path and want to design a family life that reflects your values… you’ve got this. And you’re in the right place.
