Parenting in a Digital Age
In this episode of Digging Deeper, Jeff Norris and Laura Story Elvington are joined by digital wellness expert Joey Odom to talk about parenting in a world shaped by smartphones and constant digital connection.
Joey shares how our phones are affecting our attention, relationships, and families, while also offering hope that we are not destined for failure when it comes to digital boundaries.
This conversation helps parents think about modeling healthy technology habits, creating intentional environments for family connection, and using technology wisely rather than letting it control our lives.
Watch the episode below, or keep scrolling to listen to the audio-only version.
Scripture References
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Psalm 90:12
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Ephesians 5:15–16
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1 Corinthians 10:23
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Deuteronomy 6:6–7
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1 Corinthians 6:12
Additional Resources
- Listen to Joey on The Aro Podcast
- The book, The Anxious Generation, by Jonathan Haidt, explains how smartphone and social media-driven childhood has fueled a surge in teen anxiety and depression—and offers practical steps to help restore healthier, more resilient development.
- Atomic Habits, by James Clear, shows how small, consistent habits can lead to lasting personal growth and meaningful change.
Listen to this and more episodes on our Digging Deeper podcast, available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other streaming platforms.
About Today’s Guest
Joey Odom is the co-founder of Reclaimwell, a company helping people build healthier relationships with their phones. A natural storyteller and nationally recognized speaker, Joey has spoken at churches and conferences across the country and has appeared on more than 200 podcasts as both a guest and a host.
