Let’s Talk Digital Detox

Discern your relationship with digital media

Prep for the New Year with thoughtful conversation around your technology and digital media use and its impact on your mental health and relationships.

Are screens robbing you and your family relationally and spiritually? Learn from leading experts and prioritize new tech and digital media habits to help you and your family flourish in the New Year.

THINQ Family
A Resource to Help:

  • Host thoughtful conversations in your home or small group

  • Establish regular rhythms for cultural discernment 

  • Engage current issues with a biblical worldview

  • Gain confidence in leading your direct circle of influence

Speakers & Topics

We’ve curated a collection of thought leader talks to help you discern the impact of technology and digital media in your life.

  • Community Tech Detox

    Darren Whitehead
    Pastor, Church of the City Nashville

  • Combatting the Teen Mental Health Crisis

    Jonathan Haidt
    Social Psychologist and Author

  • Rules for Social Media

    Annie F. Downs
    Author and Podcaster

  • Taking Back Control Over Technology

    Joey Odom
    Aro Co-Founder

  • What A.I. Wants

    Gabe Lyons
    President, THINQ Media

How It Works

THE PROCESS


STEP ONE

Create Your Account

Our generous donors make it possible to access THINQ’s relevant and trusted content. This resource is available to you when you give a gift of any amount to support THINQ’s vision.


STEP TWO

Select the
Content

We’ve curated five brief but powerful talks that will give your family or small group sound, biblical voices to help you discern the digital media issue. You may watch all in one sitting or over the weeks leading up to the New Year.


STEP THREE

Guide The Conversation

Enjoy the thought-provoking content and genuine discussion around these topics with your people. Nervous? Download our Guide to Better Conversation to help you prepare.

Who is this for?

According to the American Psychological Association, individuals with the highest levels of digital and social media use are more likely to report poor mental health, including symptoms of depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation compared to those with lower usage. As Christians, how do we educate and equip ourselves and our families to navigate this critical moment?

This collection is designed as a resource to help you lead your family and friends to think well and have better conversations in your home, church and workplace.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

+ Five 9 + 18 Min Talks with Customizable Options*

+ A Guide to Better Conversations

+ Discussion Questions

+ Printable Conversation Cards

* This content can be shown as a one-time event or spread over multiple sessions. Once signed up, our website will help you set up your evening.

More Resources: Digital Fast

Looking for more resources to decrease digital distraction in your life?

Join the Digital Fast 2025! You’ll enjoy a 28-day guided journey filled with daily devotions, journaling and reflection, plus more featured THINQ talks. 

What Is THINQ?

The mission of THINQ Media is to convene leaders, curate ideas, and host conversations that help Christians faithfully navigate culture while provoking the curiosity of nonbelievers. We do this through creating event experiences and resources that empower leaders to influence those they lead to think well and advance good in culture.

FAQs

  • Because these talks and conversations are geared around digital media and technology use, it’s best if those participating are old enough to understand and use social media and digital devices. 

  • You can host your event on any day and time that works best for you throughout November and December. 

  • Any parent or small group leader who wants to encourage people to think well and navigate the issue of digital media is welcome to host this THINQ Family event.

  • This resource is available with a donation of any amount to support the vision of THINQ. Once registered, you will not only access Let’s Talk: Digital Detox, but you’ll have full access to our entire digital library of expert talks. Our generous donors make it possible for THINQ to continue to curate free and trusted content to help people faithfully navigate today's most pressing issues.

  • No, as a THINQ donor, this content is available to you at no cost. Simply log into your THINQ Media account and you'll see the module for THINQ Family on the home screen throughout November and December.

  • THINQ Media is now available on Smart TV apps (AppleTV, FireTV and GoogleTV). Download the THINQ Media Smart TV app in the App Store by searching "THINQ Media" and log into your existing THINQ Media account.