Take Back Control of Your Day and Find Joy Again - Welcome

In this episode of Let There Be Joy, S. S. Coulter shares the personal story behind the podcast and explains why she believes modern technology is quietly stealing our joy, presence, and imagination.After years of helping her own children develop stronger play skills and healthier relationships with technology, Shannon opens up about what worked, what didn't, and why this conversation matters just as much for adults as it does for kids. You'll learn what to expect from future episodes, how this community will approach screen-lite living with grace instead of guilt, and three practical strategies you can start using today.If you've ever felt distracted, overwhelmed, stuck in a scrolling habit, or worried about the role screens play in your family's life, this episode offers a hopeful starting point and simple steps to help you build a life you don't want to escape from.In this episode:[00:00] Why Let There Be Joy exists[03:20] What technology is doing to our joy, presence, and imagination[08:12] Raising screen-wise kids without perfection or guilt[13:25] What to expect from future episodes and expert guests[17:10] The Swiss Army Phone method for breaking the scroll habit[21:45] Decluttering your digital life through unsubscribing[24:40] The "Three in Three" gratitude and intention practice[28:15] One thing to try this weekMentioned in this episode:Telegram Community: @SSCoulterS.S. Coulter Books & Resources:https://sscoulter.comTry this at home:Before picking up your phone tomorrow morning, write down three things you're grateful for and three things you intend to accomplish that day.Subscribe for new episodes weekly wherever you listen.Free family activity PDF when you join the newsletter → sscoulter.comRead the books → sscoulter.com/pages/booksSend a question or guest pitch → [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])