Chasing Elephants Podcast

40 Days of a Digital Fast feat. Darren Whitehead | Ep. 178


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00:00 Intro 06:03 Nashville and Orlando popular for diverse visitors. 07:59 Fasting is neglected, but important in modern world. 11:52 Bible uses fasting for various purposes, challenges. 13:49 Technology's impact on attention and emotions. 20:08 Part one dissects problem, part two offers strategy, part three re-engages. 23:20 Always-on lifestyle leads to exhaustion, affects bonding. 25:39 iPhone popularization in 2012 affected child development. 28:25 Smartphone use: discerning distractions from utilities. 33:51 Social norms proposal: no phones in schools. 36:44 Discussing the benefits of applying a digital fast. 40:07 Let go of phone, enjoy the moment. 41:22 Evaluate belongings and apps for joy and health. 45:49 Without stillness, we lose connection with God. 48:30 Restoring and redeeming for a better future. 51:34 Boys and girls behavior compared, bulk church buying. 55:16 Preorder now, no rush, Lent's flexible tradition. 
 

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