3 Simple Ways to Stop Screens from Stealing Your Time Together

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Ever sit down for date night and realize you’re both scrolling instead of talking? You’re not alone. In this episode, we tackle the challenge of “technoference,” or when screens quietly slip between you and your spouse.

For couples who can’t just unplug completely—because, for some of us, “off the clock” isn’t really a thing—we share three simple, memorable ways to protect your marriage time from digital noise. From quick phone checks that don’t spiral into scrolls, to turning toward each other when it matters most, this episode offers practical steps to keep your connection strong, even in a screen-saturated world.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:

What “technoference” means and how it quietly affects relationships
Why “just turn it off” doesn’t always work for busy couples
Practical steps to handle screens with purpose instead of guilt
Three simple, memorable habits for protecting your marriage time

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Veni, Vidi, Vici — “I came, I saw, I conquered”: Take care of the urgent task quickly, then turn back toward your spouse.
Stop, Look, Listen: Pause before reaching for your phone. Notice your moment and your marriage.
Ready, Steady, Go: When your spouse bids for attention, get ready to respond, steady yourself to act, and then go by giving them your full focus.

US TIME CHALLENGE

This week, try one of these three ideas. Maybe it’s setting down your phone mid-scroll, conquering that quick work text and returning fast, or intentionally turning toward your spouse when they reach out. Small shifts can make a big difference in how connected you feel.

STAY CONNECTED BEYOND THE PODCAST

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LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt (https://a.co/d/a1rrbEA)
“Technology Tips and Traps in Your Relationship” by Kailee Hansen and David Schramm (https://extension.usu.edu/relationships/research/technology-tips-and-traps-in-your-relationship)
The Big-Baby Pivot from How to Talk So Your Spouse Feels Seen and Heard {Episode 101} (https://ashleighslater.com/team-us-podcast-episode-101/)

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