The Opt-Out Family | How to Give Your Kids What Technology Can't with Erin Loechner (EP339)

We've all heard the mind-boggling statistics about technology and social media use. The numbers don't lie; our obsession with smartphones and social media is slowly eroding the very essence of our homes and families. We see it. We feel it. We know it. So what do we do about it? Erin Loechner, a former social media influencer, author, and trailblazer, offers valuable insights from her personal experience with the benefits and drawbacks of social media. She shares strategies used by tech experts and platform specialists, enabling you to leverage their billion-dollar playbook to engage your family meaningfully away from screens. ------------------------------- Links Discussed in This Episode Order a Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity Diane's Resource: Shampoo Bar Previous Episode: EP200: Intentional Learning at Home at Erin Loechner Book: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt Book: Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaeleen Doucleff Erin's Resource: Connect with Erin: Website Other Goose Book: The Opt-Out Family by Erin Loechner Episode Sponsors | The Minimalist Moms Podcast would not be possible without the support of weekly sponsors. Choosing brands that I believe in is important to me. I only want to recommend brands that I believe may help you in your daily life. As always, never feel pressured into buying anything. Remember: if you don't need it, it's not a good deal! Betterhelp | This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ MINIMALIST and get on your way to being your best self. Puori | Don’t miss out! Use promo code MINIMALIST at Puori.com/MINIMALIST OSEA | Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code MINIMALIST at OSEAMalibu.com Enjoy this Podcast? Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning into this podcast, then do not hesitate to write a review. You can also share this with your fellow mothers so that they can be inspired to think more and do with less.  Order (or review) my book, Minimalist Moms: Living & Parenting With Simplicity. Questions? You can contact me through my website, find me on Instagram, or like The Minimalist Moms Page on Facebook. Checkout the Minimalist Moms Podcast storefront for recommendations from Diane. Need help decluttering? I'm here to help! If you’ve been struggling with motivation to declutter, I’d love to help you achieve your goals in your home. We’ll work together (locally or virtually) to discover what areas in your home are high priority to get you feeling less overwhelmed right away. For more info on my processes, fees, and availability please contact! Our Sponsors: * Check out Gobble: https://gobble.com/MINIMALIST * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MINIMALIST for a great deal: happymammoth.com * Check out Ritual : https://ritual.com/MIN Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/minimalist-moms-podcast2093/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy