In this episode of 'Healthy by Heather Brown,' Heather chats with Joey Odom, co-founder of Aro, about the pervasive impact of cell phones on our lives and relationships. They discuss practical steps for reducing phone dependency, including establishing device-free zones and intentional family times. Joey emphasizes the importance of modeling healthy phone usage for children and aligning with spouses to create lasting changes. Heather and Joey also touch on the role of humility in repairing relationships. Listeners are encouraged to download the Aro app and take the first step towards a healthier, more present life.<br><br>00:00 Welcome to the Healthy by Heather Brown Podcast<br>00:14 Introduction to the Episode with Joey Odom<br>00:49 The Impact of Phone Usage on Our Lives<br>01:17 Encouragement and Resources for Change<br>03:13 Personal Stories and Accountability<br>05:59 The Importance of Putting Down Our Phones<br>07:08 Healthy Marriages and Technology<br>11:29 Joey Odom's Personal Journey<br>12:17 The Birth of Aro and Its Mission<br>13:00 The Soccer Game Epiphany<br>16:55 Changing Our Relationship with Technology<br>19:50 Encouragement for Moms and Families<br>24:49 The Power of Sacred Spaces<br>25:07 Creating Device-Free Zones<br>25:28 Family Movie Time Without Distractions<br>27:06 Aligning with Your Partner<br>27:44 Fighting for Intimacy<br>30:01 Daily Rhythms and Quality Time<br>32:50 Balancing Connection and Distraction<br>38:04 The Impact of Phone Proximity<br>40:27 Taking Action for Better Relationships<br>41:28 Final Thoughts and Encouragement<br><b><br>Links from this episode: </b><br><ul><li><ul><li>Aro Website: <a href="https://www.goaro.com/our-story?srsltid=AfmBOooiCWrOZgGlm8HdIonrVxIaS3Hte5pT_pj0nY9cCdJ-hdqjTY6j" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.goaro.com/our-story?srsltid=AfmBOooiCWrOZgGlm8HdIonrVxIaS3Hte5pT_pj0nY9cCdJ-hdqjTY6j</a></li><li>Aro app: <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/aro-screen-time-for-families/id1627607046" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://apps.apple.com/us/app/aro-screen-time-for-families/id1627607046</a></li><li>Aro’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/goaronow?igsh=MTltcTlwNjdrcmJyag==" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/goaronow?igsh=MTltcTlwNjdrcmJyag==</a></li><li>Marriage Corner About How Eric & I Manage Phone Usage: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-by-heather-brown/id1638763905?i=1000668125164" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-by-heather-brown/id1638763905?i=1000668125164</a></li><li>The Digital Fast 2025: https://events.thinqmedia.com/digitalfast</li><li>All books, supplements & other Amazon finds mentioned in this episode: <a href="https://urlgeni.us/amazon/mentalhealthbookslist" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://urlgeni.us/amazon/mentalhealthbookslist</a></li></ul></li></ul><b><br><br>Connect with Heather:</b><br><ul><li>7 Days FREE of the HBHB Membership: <a href="https://www.mylifewellloved.com/membership/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.mylifewellloved.com/membership/</a></li><li>Heather's ebooks: <a href="https://www.mylifewellloved.com/product-category/digital-products/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.mylifewellloved.com/product-category/digital-products/</a></li><li>Heather's Amazon favorites: <a href="https://urlgeni.us/amazon/HBstorefront" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://urlgeni.us/amazon/HBstorefront</a></li><li>Heather's freebies: <a href="https://www.mylifewellloved.com/freebies/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.mylifewellloved.com/freebies/</a></li><li>Heather's favorite liquid collagen: <a href="https://www.mylifewellloved.com/everyday-must-haves/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.mylifewellloved.com/everyday-must-haves/</a></li><li>Heather's email list: <a href="https://spring-pine-631.myflodesk.com/9347a138-077e-4c55-bf61-2137aeed89ea" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://spring-pine-631.myflodesk.com/9347a138-077e-4c55-bf61-2137aeed89ea</a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/healthybyheatherbrown/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/healthybyheatherbrown/</a></li><li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HealthyByHeatherBrown" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/HealthyByHeatherBrown</a></li><li>Pinterest: <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/healthybyheatherbrown/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.pinterest.com/healthybyheatherbrown/</a></li><li>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyByHeatherBrown/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyByHeatherBrown/videos</a></li><li>LTK: <a href="https://www.shopltk.com/explore/HealthybyHeatherBrown" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http