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Healthy Phone Habits

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How can you make progress as a family in healthy use of technology?

In today's world, where technology is deeply woven into the fabric of our lives, cultivating healthy habits around its use is crucial—especially within the family unit.

This page is dedicated to providing you with practical tips and resources to foster a balanced and enriching digital environment in your home, allowing your family to thrive—both spiritually and emotionally. From establishing mindful smartphone practices to building transparency and open communication, we'll explore ways to strengthen connections and prioritize meaningful interactions amidst the allure of the digital world.

Discover helpful resources such as books, articles, and practical guides to support your family's journey toward a healthier and more fulfilling relationship with technology.

4 steps to better family phone habits:

Phones “go to bed” before you do, and you “wake up” before phones do.

Park them somewhere other than bedrooms for the night. Make it a habit to not grab the phone first thing in the morning.

Establish “phone-free areas” for your entire family

i.e. bedroom, dinner table, car, etc.

Use technology for togetherness, not isolation.

Take a day to notice how you and your family are using technology. Is it primarily creating more isolation and alone time, or is it used for shared activities that bring people together?

Aim for transparency and trust.

Know each other's passwords. Don’t view it as “your phone”, but a family device which can be accessed by other family members at any point.

Recommended Resources:

The Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper Place
Andy Crouch's book, based on insightful research, shows us that making smart choices about technology in our families isn't just about setting rules—it's about growing together, using tech wisely, and focusing on what truly matters, so we can enjoy a more connected and fulfilling life, even in a world full of devices!
Family Smartphone Charter
This great resource helps you as parents set clear boundaries, expectations, and milestones for your children as they make the move to smartphones. We all want to see our children have healthy and responsible phone habits, but kids aren't ready for this on Day 1.

From areas including money, texting, social media use, and more, this guide will help you and your student set milestones that will equip them to self-manage their phone usage.
The Smartphone Toolkit
The Axis Smartphone Toolkit is a comprehensive resource designed to empower parents like you. This toolkit provides a wealth of information and practical guidance, all grounded in a biblical perspective, and utilizes videos, pdfs, and other resources.
Physical Alarm Clock
Needing your iPhone's alarm isn't a valid excuse. If you want to have a healthy relationship with your phone at night, get a physical alarm clock for your bedside table, and keep your phone out of your bedroom.
ARO Blog
While ARO is known for its app, it also has a regularly updated blog with helpful family and tech-related blog posts.

Healthy Habits Pilot Group

Interested in being a part of a pilot group with other Prince families to help make progress in tech habits with your family?

Apply for our 8-month pilot group at Prince and discover how ARO can help you develop a healthier relationship with your phone. ARO is an app that encourages you to put your phone away and creates a fun challenge for families to see who can use their phone the least!

Take the first step towards a more intentional and fulfilling digital life.

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Healthy Phone Habits

How can you make progress as a family in healthy use of technology?

4 steps to better family phone habits:

Recommended Resources:

Healthy Habits Pilot Group