Hello! I'm Stephanie, a wife, and homeschool mom to four amazing girls, including energetic toddler twins. Since 2009, I've been a private Spanish tutor. Time is fleeting, and a huge goal of mine is to be present with my girls.

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Do you have a moment when you realized your phone was getting in the way of what’s important to you?

Since I am a homeschool mom, I'm always at home, and I realized that I also had my phone right beside me. Since my phone was always there, it became far too easy to constantly check for notifications and mindlessly scroll.

What attracted you to Aro?

One day I was listening to the Famous at Home podcast, and Joey was talking about the problem I was experiencing with my phone and about Aro. I realized this was something I desperately needed and immediately signed up!

What is the greatest piece of advice you have ever received?

The greatest advice I ever received was to follow Jesus and love others well.

What does success with Aro in your home look like for you?

We've been using Aro since May 2023, and every night, I've made it a habit to put my phone in the box. If I happen to wake up, I'm far less likely to get out of bed and check my phone in the living room, so I've been sleeping much better. My phone is no longer by my side at all times; when I'm homeschooling, it's in the box, making it much easier to focus on school with my girls. In the morning, when my twins wake up, my phone again goes in the box, and we spend a good hour or so just playing with them before starting school. I'm very thankful for Aro and want to share it with everyone!

What are some of your favorite activities to do when you put down your phone?

Although I stay very busy being a mom and tutor, I also have more time to do the things I love, which include playing the piano, singing, baking, reading, and crafting. Life is short, and we need to live it to the fullest!