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Smartphones and all their apps are not neutral. To build healthy smartphone habits (something every parent – but really every human – must strive for), we must add a little friction to our phones. Friction helps make one-tap purchasing a little harder and mindlessly scrolling time-limited. In this episode, Kelly presents 14 ways to add friction to our phones so we can be more present, less distracted, and have time to pursue God’s purposes.
Need a written version of these ways to add friction? Check out the blog post.
Books referenced:
Managing Media Creating Character, Chapter 5: Self-Control
Articles referenced:
How Do I Resist “Time Thieves”? Through Friction
Resources referenced:
Aro Box: The Screen Time Solution for Families
Scripture referenced:
Genesis 11: The Tower of Bable
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Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated)
Teach your kids how to have a biblical worldview with Foundation Worldview!
Check out the Pinwheel phone – it’s our favorite not-as-smart kid-safe smartphone on the market.
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Smartphones and all their apps are not neutral. To build healthy smartphone habits (something every parent – but really every human – must strive for), we must add a little friction to our phones. Friction helps make one-tap purchasing a little harder and mindlessly scrolling time-limited. In this episode, Kelly presents 14 ways to add friction to our phones so we can be more present, less distracted, and have time to pursue God’s purposes.
Need a written version of these ways to add friction? Check out the blog post.
Books referenced:
Managing Media Creating Character, Chapter 5: Self-Control
Articles referenced:
How Do I Resist “Time Thieves”? Through Friction
Resources referenced:
Aro Box: The Screen Time Solution for Families
Scripture referenced:
Genesis 11: The Tower of Bable
Book a Speaking Event!!
Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated)
Teach your kids how to have a biblical worldview with Foundation Worldview!
Check out the Pinwheel phone – it’s our favorite not-as-smart kid-safe smartphone on the market.
Sign up for the Brave Bullet Points newsletter! This helps us communicate what’s new without social media – a win for everyone!

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