Reconnected: How 7 Screen-Free Weeks with Monks and Amish Farmers Helped Me Recover the Lost Art of Being Human [Paperback]

In a world where our phones and screens distract us more than we'd like to admit, I love that my friend Carlos did this fascinating experiment to give us the proof we need: The life we want isn't found in front of a screen. With his witty and timely wisdom, he helps us find new ways to enjoy life by establishing healthy limits so screen time won't be our lifeline any longer. This book is a must read!I love this book. It shows the damage from our overconnected society and the power of disconnecting in a personal, fascinating, funny, and insightful way. I highly recommend it.Playful. Readable. Utterly profound. You should read this book, for your soul's sake.In the summer of 2022, author Carlos Whittaker spent seven weeks entirely screen free, splitting his time between a monastery, an Amish farm, and home with his family. Blending the inspiring story of this experiment with practical guidance, Whittaker reveals how you can reset your relationship with screens and step into a life of real connection.

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Change your relationship with technology. Change your life.

Share. Post. Reply…Most of us have gotten so used to notifications and alerts, pings and rings, that even if we don't want to be on our phones so much, we don't know what to do about it. The constant flow of information affects our brains, relationships, and emotional well-being. We feel stuck, overwhelmed, overstimulated, and we want a way out.

Like many of us, podcaster and author Carlos Whittaker had lived for years in an always-on, always-connected world—and he felt more disconnected than ever from God, his community, and even himself. When Carlos Whittaker realized how many hours he was on his phone, he took extreme measures to see how unplugging could change his body and soul.

In Reconnected, Carlos shares the challenges, surprises, and profound insighls!