In today’s world, there’s an interesting juxtaposition between constant (and often necessary) use of technology coupled with conversations around unplugging. In this episode, we dive into digital detoxing, why everyone suddenly wants a flip phone, and how our nervous systems are begging for boundaries. From nostalgic phone memories to the psychology of being “always on,” we’re asking: can we ever truly unplug? (Spoiler: you don’t have to throw your phone in the ocean… but we get it.) This episode covers: 05:48 - Tea & Crumpets: Tokyo Disney & Sunrise On The Reaping 10:47 - Step Into My Office: Setting tech boundaries while working from home 15:43 - The DSM: Digital Detox + Unplugging 39:41 - Now That's What I Call...OKAAAAY! 42:32 - Val's Pick: "All You Wanted" by Michelle Branch 44:06 - Em's Pick: "Two Ghosts" by Harry Styles 44:23 - Wait...What? - The concept of “reheating nachos 46:46 - Fire Dumpster Phoenix: Clarksville, TN 4 year old saves her daycare teacher’s life & an 81-year-old waitress said she couldn’t retire, so a stranger raised over $300K for her Resources + Stuff Mentioned in This Episode: Sunrise On The Reaping Business of Apps Push Notifications Statistics of 2025 How Multitasking Drains Us All You Wanted by Michelle Branch LOVE/HATE LIST by DREAM BABY PRESS Two Ghosts- Harry Styles Clarksville, TN 4 year old saves her daycare teacher’s life An 81-year-old waitress said she couldn’t retire, so a stranger raised over $300K for her Connect with Us: Send a story or ask for advice:
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