Ep 17: Reclaiming Time: Joey Odom on Technology and Intentional Living

Join us for an engaging conversation with Joey Odom, co-founder of Aro, as he shares his journey from commercial real estate to tackling the modern challenge of screen addiction. Aro, a technology company that helps people reclaim time, moments, and relationships from their phones. Aro has helped tens of thousands of families spend millions of hours apart from their phones. Joey discusses his innovative approach with Aro, focusing on reclaiming valuable time and fostering deeper connections by reducing phone usage. Discover Joey's practical tips for creating sacred, phone-free spaces, and how his experiences shaped his mission to help families and individuals live more intentional and connected lives. This episode is packed with insights on balancing technology and relationships, perfect for anyone seeking a healthier digital lifestyle. (00:00) Introduction (00:21) The Role of Shame and Personal Growth (00:44) Welcome and Guest Introduction (01:06) Fun Game with Joey Odom (06:23) Joey Odom's Career Journey (13:04) The Mission of Aro (17:32) The TechWise Family and Aro Box (19:18) Kids and Connection (20:34) Modeling Good Phone Behavior (23:20) Practical Steps to Reclaim Time (23:56) The 5 S's for Better Phone Habits (30:57) Environmental Changes Over Willpower   Connect with Joey Odom // Aro Website website: https://www.goaro.com/ // Follow Aro on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goaronow/  // LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeyodom/  // Joey's Podcast: https://www.goaro.com/podcast  Connect With Tim Meisenheimer ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/tim.meisy ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/meisy Our mission at Wealth Beyond Riches is for you to reclaim your relationship with work and money. This is not another personal finance show about how to hack your way to riches. We cover the deeper dimensions of finance. These guests have thought long and hard about their relationship with work and money, so they can leverage their purpose and calling to have a greater impact on the world. The goal is that you hear something that moves your life 1% closer to your true purpose.