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✅ Why smartphones make us feel god-like (and why that's dangerous) ✅ The 4 research-backed rules for kids and technology ✅ How a church-wide digital fast transformed an entire community ✅ What a therapy dog named Bruce taught him about presence SUMMARY: Parenting teenagers in a digital world feels impossible—especially when you're struggling with your own phone addiction. In this episode, Darren Whitehead (dad of 4 teenage girls) shares how he led his entire church through a 40-day digital fast and discovered the secret to high-definition parenting. You'll hear why smartphones make us feel god-like, how to have the phone conversation with your kids, and what a Havanese dog named Bruce taught him about presence. FULL SHOW NOTES: Key Takeaways: Smartphones simulate God's attributes (omniscience, omnipresence, omnipotence) and we weren't built for limitless power Collective action is more effective than individual willpower—do digital fasts as a community, not alone No smartphones before high school, no social media before 16, phone-free schools, and more unsupervised outdoor play When you put your phone down, you experience parenting in "high definition"—fully present and aware of these fleeting moments The most precious moments with your kids are being exchanged for infinitely trivial distractions Guest Darren Whitehead is the author of The Digital Fast and senior pastor of Journey Church in Franklin, Tennessee. He's a former youth pastor turned girl dad of four teenage daughters (ages 11, 14, 16, and 18). Darren has led thousands of people through digital detoxes and speaks regularly about technology, parenting, and spiritual formation. He and his wife live in Tennessee with their daughters and Bruce, their Havanese therapy dog.   Links Mentioned: Send a Voice Message to DadAwesome Apply to join the next DadAwesome Accelerator Cohort: Email awesome@dadawesome.org Subscribe to DadAwesome Messages: Text the word "Dad" to (651) 370-8618 The Digital Fast by Darren Whitehead Journey Church Franklin, Tennessee The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt Sissy Goff (teenage girl counselor)      

Studies are clear: screens dominate our waking hours. It's not uncommon to spend 7-10 hours in front of one, every single day. We don't like it, but feel powerless to change it. That's where Darren Whitehead comes in. A pastor, and author of “The Digital Fast,” Darren leads others to experience the power and life change he discovered through intentional disconnection. In a hyperconnected world, a digital detox is an incredibly aggressive move. It's time to put your phone down and start living.

Does your phone feel like it's taking over your life? In this episode, Christy continues her conversation with Dr. Darren Whitehead, pastor, author, and founder of Church of the City, about the power of a digital fast and how it can help you break free from screens and reclaim your time, focus, and relationships. Remember to tune in for a new episode every Monday and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, so you never miss an episode! Get Your Hopes Up with Christy Wright is sponsored by BetterHelp. Resources: - Darren Whitehead's The Digital Fast at https://www.thedigitalfast.com/ - The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt at https://www.amazon.com/Anxious-Generation-Rewiring-Childhood-Epidemic/dp/0593655036 - Christy's Start Your Day Planner at https://www.christywright.com/podcast

In this episode, Noah is joined by elders Andy Irwin and Drew Morrison for a special preview of Lent 2025 at Harvest. Listen in to learn more about our upcoming Lent resources and services, and hear from Andy and Drew as they give a helpful runway for the Digital Fast. We encourage you to integrate the Digital Fast into your Lent traditions this year and in the years to come!Please see below for important info about Lent 2025 at Harvest:Click here to access the Lent 2025 Resources page on the church websiteClick here to purchase a copy of The Digital Fast by Darren WhiteheadClick here to watch a message from Darren Whitehead about the vision behind The Digital FastClick here to sign up for our virtual Digital Fast group, led by Andy and DrewUpcoming services:Lent services: Selected Sunday nights from 6-7 PM on March 23rd, March 30th, April 6th, and April 13thMaundy Thursday: Meaningful Come and Go Reflective Service on Thursday, April 17th, from 6-8 PMGood Friday: Friday, April 18th, at 12 PM & 6 PM (same content at both services)Easter Sunday: Sunday, April 20th – Sunrise Service at 5:45 AM (Location: George's Chapel, 8737 East Holmes Rd, Memphis, TN 38125) and Worship Services at 9 AM & 11 AM (Location: Harvest Church)

Have you ever wondered why people fast and if it even matters? The Bible talks about fasting, but is it even still relevant to us today? In this episode, Christy is joined by Dr. Darren Whitehead, pastor, author, and founder of Church of the City, to teach you why we fast, what the Bible says about it, and how getting uncomfortable can open the door to God's blessings in unexpected ways. Remember to tune in for a new episode every Monday and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, so you never miss an episode! Resources: Darren Whitehead's The Digital Fast at https://www.thedigitalfast.com/ Christy's Start Your Day Planner at https://www.christywright.com/store 7 Steps to Stop Feeling Discouraged at https://www.christywright.com/podcast

Our guest is MART GREEN, founder of Mardel, co-founder of IllumiNations, Ministry investment Officer at Hobby Lobby, and one of the most influential leaders in the generosity and ministry space in America. Mart is also the co-author of Learning to be Loved. We discuss faith, generosity, family, legacy, discipleship, and much more. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: DIGITAL FAST 2025 – register now to participate in the first ever Digital Fast 2025 at http://digitalfast2025.com. A shared initiative among ARO, THINQ Media, and Church of the City in Franklin, TN and pastor Darren Whitehead. Your church can participate along with hundreds of other churches, starting in January 2025 or leading up to Easter 2025. A simple streamlined 28 day campaign and journey to decrease distraction and increase devotion. Disconnect from your always on smartphones and reconnect to the things that matter most. Join thousands in the first ever Church led Digital Fast. Join in now at http://digitalfast2025.com. And CONVOY OF HOPE - Please donate to the Hurricane Helene relief effort and ongoing work at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is my trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Right now, Convoy of Hope is still responding to devastation in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and TN because of Hurricane Helene and Milton. Providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, blankets, bedding, diapers, clothing and more. All through partnering with local Churches. Join me and please support their incredible work as you support orgs end of year. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate.

Find out more about CH Ministries here Click here to get a 25% discount on the Dwell Bible App. Today's Happy New Year conversation is akin to dancing with a 500-pound gorilla with balance issues because most of us are going to get our proverbial toes pinched! The reason why is we're going to get real about how our daily digital gluttony ~ from scrolling through social media, Googling down one rabbit trail after another, perusing the pretend aisles of Amazon Prime, and reconnecting with old high school flames who slid into our DMs ~ is making us heartsick. Multiple highly regarded scientific studies over the past few years have revealed that the excessive time most of us spend staring at our phone screens has a negative impact on our neuro-pathways, as well as our primary relationships. Plus, there's irrefutable proof now that adolescents' brains ~ which are still developing ~ become more sensitive when anticipating social rewards and punishments over time with increased social media usage. In other words, the measurable result of all those hours our kids are spending on TikTok and viewing reels, is a heightened sense of insecurity and self-doubt. Not installing boundaries on the amount of digital data we're consuming every day is the neurological and emotional equivalent of giving a hungry fox the key code to our chicken coup, y'all! So here's the deal ~ after hanging out with my pastor today, Dr. Darren Whitehead ~ who's an expert when it comes to the corrosive consequences of the constant digital barrage of modern culture ~ we're going to invite you to join us for a relatively brief digital detox here at the beginning of 2025 and learn how making our smart phones a little dumber will make our relationships with God and each other a whole lot richer! For some of you saints this single conversation has the potential to change the trajectory of '2025 and not only redeem huge chunks of time locusts have devoured in your life but quite possibly begin the closing the intimacy gap you've unwittingly allowed your phone to create between you and the people you love. So please grab a cup of coffee, your Bible, and a notebook or journal and pull your chair up on the porch with us for this caboose of 2024 conversation. Happy New Year ~ we're really happy you're here. Save on Dwell hereLearn More about Upward Sports here

It's time to welcome Darren Whitehead and Joey Odom to Linch with a Leader. In this episode, Mike, Darren, and Joey discuss the profound impact of technology on family relationships, sharing personal stories and insights on how they are leading their communities to reclaim valuable personal and family time from digital distractions.Welcome to the Linch with a Leader Podcast, where you're invited to join the spiritual principles behind big success, with host Mike Linch.Subscribe to the channel so you never miss an episode:Watch: @linchwithaleaderPrefer just listening? SUBSCRIBE to the podcast here:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dJfeLbikJlKlBqAx6mDYW?si=6ffed84956cb4848Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/linch-with-a-leader/id1279929826Find show notes and more information at: www.mikelinch.comFollow for EVERYDAY leadership content and interaction:Follow on X:  https://x.com/mikelinch?s=20Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikelinch?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==https://www.instagram.com/mikelinch/?...JOIN Mike for a Sunday at NorthStar Church:www.northstarchurch.orgWatch: @nsckennesawLearn more about Aro:https://www.goaro.com/our-storyFollow Aro:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goaronow/?hl=enRead ‘The Digital Fast': https://www.thedigitalfast.com/#digitaldetox #familytime #techlifebalance

As we prepare our resolutions for the new year, Shannon revisits her conversation with author and Pastor of Church of the City Dr. Darren Whitehead to discuss ways we can take a break from technology and focus on the things that truly matter in life.   In his book, The Digital Fast: 40 Days to Detox Your Mind and Reclaim What Matters Most, Pastor Whitehead explains how by depending less on our phones, we can strengthen our relationship with God. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Rhythms for Life, Rebekah and Gabe Lyons sit down with Darren Whitehead, pastor of Church of the City and author of The Digital Fast. Together they discuss navigating a digitally saturated world.Darren shares his experience with a "Digital Fast" experiment he initiated at his church, which aimed to reduce digital distraction and address our growing dependence on technology. The conversation touches on how digital devices impact mental health, relationships, and community connections— especially among the first generation raised in the era of social media.As you head into the holiday season, this episode will help you intentionally disconnect from digital media and create new rhythms to purposefully connect with family, friends, and God.RESOURCES:Participate in THINQ's “Let's Talk Tech Detox.” Sign up for Rebekah's Family Tech Detox Guide.Bring the 28-Day Digital Fast to your family, workplace, or church in the New Year!Check out more from Darren Whitehead, including his new workbook, The Digital Fast Workbook: Detox Your Mind and Reclaim What Matters MostRhythms Retreat is November 21-22 in Franklin, TN. Reserve your spot now and use code RFL100 to save $100.Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com.Attend THINQ events where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom:Sign up for THINQ Summit 2025 in Nashville, TN.More from the THINQ Podcast Network:THINQ Media Podcast with Gabe LyonsThe InFormed Parent with Suzanne PhillipsNextUp with Grant SkeldonNeuroFaith with Curt ThompsonUnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons