RECONNECTED Book by Carlos Whittaker

The story behind the book

In the summer of 2022, best-selling author Carlos Whittaker spent seven weeks entirely screen free, splitting his time between a monastery, an Amish farm, and home with his family. Blending the inspiring story of this experiment with practical guidance, Whittaker reveals how you can reset your relationship with screens and step into a life of real connection.

Not many people have the opportunity to spend weeks entirely devoid of phone and computer screens, but Whittaker’s radical, screen-free experiment yields hope and wisdom to everyone who has felt the loneliness, low-key despair, and paradoxical disconnectedness that accompanies the always-on, always-plugged-in nature of modern life.

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THE DOCUMENTARY

Carlos Whittaker spent 7 weeks split between a monastery, an Amish farm, and home with his family completely screen-free.

While Carlos was without screens for 7 weeks, he did have a camera along to capture the entire journey. Those recordings, in addition to post-experiment interviews, come together to build a beautiful story that will remind viewers to notice, wonder, behold, and savor their days. This project is in its final stages of editing, and is made possible by our director Hodges Usry.

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READERS WHO TAKE THIS JOURNEY WITH CARLOS WILL:

Learn how to cut through the divisive, polarizing effects of social media and build real community, even with people who are very different from you.
Rediscover the joy of noticing and savoring the beauty of the world beyond your phone screen.
Remember how experiencing boredom, solitude, and even getting lost (all but eradicated by smartphones) can bring opportunities for new discoveries about yourself and the world around you.
Reset your relationship with screens and social media forever.

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In a world where our phones and screens distract us more than we'd like to admit, I love that my friend, Carlos, did this fascinating experiment to give us the proof we need: The life we want isn't found in front of a screen. With his witty and timely wisdom, he helps us find new ways to enjoy life by establishing healthy limits so screentime won't be our lifeline any longer. This book is a must-read!

Lysa TerKeurst

#1 New York Times bestselling author and president of Proverbs 31 Ministries

Playful. Readable. Utterly profound. You should read this book, for your soul's sake.

John Eldredge

Author of Wild at Heart, Get Your Life Back and Resilient

I love this book. It shows the damage from our overconnected society and the power of disconnecting in a personal, fascinating, funny, and insightful way. I highly recommend it.

Daniel G. Amen, mD

Author of Raising Mentally Strong Kids and Change Your Brain Every Day

The story behind the book

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THE DOCUMENTARY

READERS WHO TAKE THIS JOURNEY WITH CARLOS WILL:

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