Setting boundaries for screen time allows for more presence in the physical world.
Sandy had just smiled, the lines around her eyes crinkling like maps of places she’d never visit. The truth was, Sandy had stayed in Driftwood Point her whole life. But she had traveled further than Mr. Henderson could imagine through the lives of others.
Secrets are rarely simple. A mature approach to "Sandy’s secrets" recognizes nuance: accountability where needed, mercy where possible, and a commitment to humane storytelling. The healthiest outcomes honor agency, reduce harm, and allow room for repair.
Sandy's character can be analyzed through various psychological lenses: