Unplug & Thrive Radio

Are smartphones stealing your connection with the people who matter most? In this powerful episode of Unplug & Thrive Radio, host Nicole Rawson and co-host Dr. Chang uncover the quiet crisis of how screen time is eroding adult relationships—from romantic partnerships to parent-child bonds, friendships, and even faith communities.

You’ll hear how the constant pull of devices is rewiring our attention, dulling our empathy, and replacing real intimacy with shallow scrolling. Drawing from neuroscience, clinical research, and real-life coaching stories, this conversation is a wake-up call for anyone who feels like their tech use is quietly harming the people they love most.

Whether you're a parent, spouse, ministry leader, or just feeling digitally drained, this episode will help you:

• Recognize red flags of screen-induced disconnection in relationships
• Understand the neurological effects of tech on adult intimacy and trust
• Hear why even non-addicted adults can fall into habits of digital neglect
• Learn how digital distractions contribute to loneliness, resentment, and emotional fatigue
• Reclaim your attention—and your relationships—with practical tools and hope
  
  

This is not just about unplugging—it’s about living and loving with purpose again!

Call-to-Action:
Ready to restore connection in your home and relationships? Visit www.ScreenTimeClinic.com to learn more about coaching and tools to support your digital wellness journey. Follow @UnplugAndThriveRadio on Instagram for weekly encouragement.

If you’re stuck in a cycle of screen battles, emotional meltdowns, poor sleep, and low motivation—and nothing seems to work—this episode is for you.

Join digital wellness coach Nicole Rawson and physician co-host Dr. Chang as they unpack the real reason your child’s screen habits might be sabotaging their peace, health, and emotional stability—and why a complete digital detox is often the only way to restore calm and connection in your home.

This episode goes far beyond screen-time limits or guilt-based parenting advice. Instead, we break down the brain science, the spiritual impact, and the simple strategies that can help your child heal—often in a matter of days.

🎯 You’ll learn:

• Why dopamine burnout from screens leads to defiance, meltdowns, and "zoning out"
• What screen time does to sleep, focus, and emotional regulation
• How a detox reveals the truth: your child may not need a diagnosis—just a break
• What TechXpress Reset families see by Day 3 (hint: it’s powerful)
• How sunlight, movement, and nutrient-dense meals accelerate healing
• Why kids start to feel grateful again when they’re not drowning in digital comparison
• How detoxing screens gives your child a chance to renew their worldview and recognize the blessings they already have
• When to consider medication—and why detoxing should come first

🧠 Dr. Chang also shares medical insight on how overstimulation mimics clinical symptoms—and how quickly the brain can begin to reprogram itself when the noise is removed.

✝️ And for families of faith, Nicole shares how detoxing screens creates the mental and emotional space needed to realign with truth—reminding kids and parents alike that their value comes from God, not from likes, followers, or filtered perfection.

📍 Learn more or book your TechXpress Reset session at
 🌐 ScreenTimeClinic.com

📧 Email Nicole directly at
 ✉️ [email protected]

📱 Follow us for insights (even though we’re intentionally quiet):
 📸 @unplugandthriveradio

In this compelling episode of Unplug & Thrive Radio, host Nicole Rawson, founder of Screen Time Clinic®, welcomes Cheryl Goodman—CEO of Find Good Tech, author of How to Win Friends and Influence Robots, and a leading voice on AI ethics and digital wellness. Together, they unpack one of the most timely questions of our era:

In a world shaped by artificial intelligence, how do we remain spiritually grounded and intentionally human?

With AI increasingly influencing how we parent, connect, work, and even worship, this episode explores the deep ethical and spiritual implications of tech overuse—especially on the developing minds of children and teens. Nicole and Cheryl blend faith-forward wisdom, real-world parenting experience, and tech literacy to help listeners navigate this digital crossroads with clarity and courage.

💡 Key Topics in This Episode:

• Why AI isn’t just a productivity tool—it’s becoming a third voice in our heads competing with the Holy Spirit and our own conscience.
• How AI overuse leads to dopamine depletion, digital addiction, and decision fatigue for both kids and adults.
• The danger of outsourcing spiritual discernment to tech-driven convenience—and what that means for our families, churches, and mental health.
• Why “idiot syndrome” (information overload) is becoming a spiritual and emotional crisis in homes.
• What parents must understand about chatbots like Character.ai and the real risks of digital “friendships” for youth.
• Why AI can be both helpful and harmful—and how to use it ethically with age-appropriate guidance.
• How churches, parents, and solopreneurs can harness AI without sacrificing spiritual values or human connection.
  
  

👩‍👧 Nicole shares openly about her experience as a mom who once embraced all the tech too soon—and how that led her to start Screen Time Clinic®. Cheryl offers practical insight from her work as an AI strategist, faith-based consultant, and tech ethicist advising boards, pastors, and business leaders on how to implement AI intentionally.

🎧 If you've ever asked:

• “Is AI good or evil?”
• “Should my teen be learning to code—or are we fueling obsession?”
• “How do I protect my kids from AI-driven platforms while still preparing them for the future?”
  
  

Learn about this and more…this episode is your roadmap.

📬 Resources & Next Steps:

• Learn more and book workshops at screentimeclinic.com
• Contact Nicole at [email protected]
• Connect with Cheryl at [email protected]
• Discover ethical AI tools and coaching at tech
  

🙏 Final Reflection:
 Artificial intelligence isn’t inherently evil or divine—it’s a tool. But when we let it shape our values, choices, and children without intentionality, we risk losing what makes us human. This episode is a call to wake up, reclaim our agency, and raise the next generation with faith, balance, and purpose.

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In this episode of Unplug & Thrive Radio, host Nicole Rawson, founder of Screen Time Clinic®, and co-host Dr. Chang, a respected physician, explore the critical brain development stages from pregnancy through the teenage years—and how screens may be derailing the very purpose-filled childhood we hope to provide.

Whether you're a parent, grandparent, educator, or someone working with children in your community, this episode will open your eyes to the spiritual, emotional, and neurological cost of screen exposure at each stage of childhood—and what to do instead.

💡 Key Topics in This Episode:

• How maternal screen use during pregnancy may affect stress hormones and fetal development.
  
  
• Why background media, especially during the first 1,000 days of life, interrupts bonding and language learning.
  
  
• What makes children under age 7 particularly vulnerable to dopamine overload—and why this is the "window of wiring."
  
  
• The myth of the “gifted tech child”: why curiosity doesn’t equal readiness for digital media.
  
  
• What’s behind teen emotional dysregulation, poor sleep, and isolation—and why screens are often the unspoken culprit.
  
  
• How to create healthy boundaries with screens early, so teens can thrive later.
  
  

🎙️ Through personal stories, medical insights, and faith-focused guidance, Nicole and Dr. Chang share not only what’s going wrong, but how families can reset. They challenge the idea that moderation is enough and equip listeners with proven methods to restore connection and peace in their homes.

🎯 You’ll walk away with:

• A better understanding of screen sensitivity in neurodivergent or gifted children.
  
  
• Why early tech habits matter more than ever—and how to course-correct at any age.
  
  
• Actionable ways to reclaim control of tech in your home—starting with your own habits.
  
  

📬 Ready for help?
Visit screentimeclinic.com for personalized family plans and free resources.
Contact Nicole directly at [email protected]
Follow us on Instagram: @unplugandthriveradio

🙏 Raising kids with purpose in a screen-drenched world takes more than good intentions—it takes awareness, action, and community. Share this episode with someone who needs it, and let’s raise a generation ready to thrive.

In this powerful episode of Unplug & Thrive Radio, host Nicole Rawson, digital wellness expert and founder of Screen Time Clinic®, is joined by Dr. Andrew Chang, a respected physician with deep insight into health and how screens are rewiring our brains — especially those of our children.

Together, they unpack urgent questions that every parent, educator, and faith leader needs to hear:

• Why is screen time so neurologically damaging — even in short bursts?
  
  
• Is “everything in moderation” really a safe philosophy when it comes to screens?
  
  
• What are the long-term effects of dopamine depletion caused by digital overstimulation?
  
  
• How can we protect our children’s mental, physical, and spiritual health in today’s tech-saturated world?
  
  

You’ll hear shocking truths about how just 20 minutes of screen time can change blood flow in a child’s brain — shifting activity away from executive function and into addictive reward pathways. Dr. Chang compares the neurological impact of digital overuse to substance withdrawal and explains why “recovery” from tech addiction takes more than just turning off the Wi-Fi.

Nicole also shares personal insights from her work with parents and teens, debunking myths about moderation, screen time bonding, and why parental controls just aren't enough. You'll learn how to spot screen sensitivity in children, how to begin a digital detox, and why proactive parenting is more vital than ever.

🎧 Whether you're a parent, grandparent, faith leader, or concerned adult — this episode is a wake-up call and a roadmap to reclaim mental health, peace, and purpose in a tech-driven world.

📩 🧠 Ready to take back control of your digital life? Visit screentimeclinic.com for tools, resources, and personalized coaching for families and professionals. Contact the STC Team at [email protected] to start your digital detox journey today.