ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this episode, we talk about what it means to live an authentically human life in an increasingly digital world. Technology is reshaping the way we live and it affects more than just how we work and play. We reflect on how our thoughts, relationships, and emotions are being influenced, and why we need to be intentional about making space for real, human connection. We share how beauty, creativity, and wonder draw us out of an artificial reality and remind us of the goodness of being human. We also offer practical ideas for finding balance with technology, learning to savor rather than simply consume, and allowing the Lord to rightly order our lives.
Heather's One Thing - Humanality's Digital Detox Program
Heather's Other One Thing - Ave Maria Press and Spoonful of Comfort
Sister Miriam's One Thing - Therese of Lisieux: Secrets of Joy by Fr Pierre Descouvemont
Michelle's One Thing - Ella Langley Shirt from her friends in Auburn and Farmers Markets
Journal Questions:
- What am I giving my attention to?
- Where do I need more human formation?
- How can I create more separation from my phone?
- What boundaries do I need with technology?
Discussion Questions:
- What does it look like to interact with technology and not be dominated by it?
- How is the Lord inviting you to engage your humanity?
- How have you given into fear about the state of the world?
- How is God inviting you to live more intentionally?
Quote to Ponder:
"The deeper a soul is bound to God, the more completely surrendered to grace, the stronger will be its influence on the form of the Church. Conversely, the more an era is engulfed in the night of sin and estrangement from God the more it needs souls united to God. And God does not permit a deficiency. The greatest figures of prophecy and sanctity step forth out of the darkest night." (Edith Stein)
Scripture for Lectio:
"I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better." (Ephesians 1:17)
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Timestamps: 00:00 Camp Wojtyla
01:31 Intro
02:13 Welcome
03:37 What Does it Mean to Embrace Our Humanity?
07:14 AI Will Change the Way We Live
10:40 Embodied Living
15:38 Experiencing Community in Person
20:13 Beauty is an Antidote to Artificiality
23:16 Making Time for Human Experiences
25:40 Recapping Practical Ways to Live Humanly
27:33 One Things
