Choosing to Live Fully Human in a Distracted World & St Joseph: Keeper of the King (with Emily Stimpson Chapman)

In this episode, Emily Stimpson Chapman joins us to explore what it truly means to be fully human in a distracted and digital age. We discuss her latest book on St. Joseph, how to live more intentionally, and ways to reconnect with our true selves and with God.Key Topics:The profound significance of St. Joseph as a model of humility, virtue, and fatherhoodThe importance of free will and discernment in our faith stories, exemplified by Joseph's decisionsThe impact of digital distraction on our ability to live authenticallyPractical ways to reconnect with the real worldThe importance of praying for discernment and trusting God's invitation in our vocationsHow to cultivate a more human life amid technological and societal pressuresThe significance of living rightly ordered lives and the danger of being hurried and dividedTimestamps: 00:00 - Welcome and introduction to the episode's focus on being fully human02:32 - Insights into Emily’s new book on St. Joseph and its messaging for children and adults04:19 - The significance of seeing St. Joseph as a model of fatherhood for everyone06:33 - Exploring the virtues of St. Joseph, including his humility, faith, and influence08:50 - The debate about young versus old Joseph and its theological implications10:24 - The importance of Joseph's decision to accept God's plan and his role in salvation history12:18 - How Joseph’s angelic dreams offered divine guidance and a model of discernment15:01 - Living in a distracted world and the importance of unplugging from media to live fully human16:39 - Reflections on technology’s shaping influence and how to cultivate intentionality18:42 - The cultural shift in social media and the importance of local, face-to-face influence22:41 - Recognizing the profound loss of what it means to live rightly paced and ordered lives29:34 - Practical ways to embrace our humanity, including exploring with children and unplugging30:57 - The metaphor of life as a journey and the importance of wandering to discover God’s beauty31:08 - Resources for connecting with Emily and her work: website, Substack, and podcast32:34 - The meaning behind Emily’s Substack name, "Through a Glass Darkly"33:25 - Final words of encouragement to prioritize living in God's truth and beautyResources & Links:Home | Emily Stimpson Chapman, Catholic Author & Speaker - Official websiteJoseph Keeper of the King by Emily Stimpson Chapman - Book on St. JosephStudy the Bible through the Catholic lens - St. Paul Center - Resources on Catholic faith and books