Some moments stay with us forever. Katie reflects on small acts of kindness that left a lasting impact and why Random Acts of Kindness Day is a reminder that even the simplest gestures can change how someone experiences the world.

What started as a two-week digital detox turned into a complete mindset shift. Katie reflects on how stepping away from the scroll created more clarity, connection, and joy—and why starting small might be the most powerful reset of all.

Countries like France are beginning to ban social media for children under 15, raising important questions for parents everywhere. JOMO founder Christina Crook explores what research on adolescent development reveals about our current digital landscape, drawing on insights from Dr. Eva Telzer and her own family’s practices. She invites parents to move beyond fear or guilt and toward practical, relationship-centred ways to support kids’ well-being in a connected world.

Sarah explores why it can feel so hard to put our phones down—and why that struggle isn’t a personal failure. She explains how apps are designed to keep us scrolling, then shares a more hopeful approach: learning to live with our phones instead of for them.

The holidays are full of twinkling lights, music, traditions, and moments we love. In this reflection, JOMO Student Intern, Katie, shares how Advent invites us to slow down and make space for God in simple, imperfect ways. Sometimes, it’s not about doing more—it’s about pausing long enough to notice He’s already there.

In this holiday reflection, Sarah explores why the rush for a “perfect season” often steals our joy—and how celebration, connection, and reflection can bring it back.

Katie reflects on how Mel Robbins’ Let Them Theory reshaped the way she thinks about online culture. She explores how digital empathy, boundary-setting, and choosing peace can transform the way we show up online—and why it matters for our digital wellness.

Sarah shares how a simple act of kindness at a drive-thru opened her eyes to the joy we often overlook—especially online. She reflects on why kindness matters in digital spaces and offers three quick ways we can make our online worlds more joyful.

Senior year shouldn’t end in autopilot mode. This article offers six doable strategies to combat senioritis—boost motivation, manage screens, stay connected, and make your final months count.

From the moment children are born, they’re surrounded by screens… Families can reshape these patterns. By making small changes to our daily routines and environment, we can help kids develop healthier digital habits and reclaim focus and attention.

October always feels full. When our phones buzz and assignments pile up, it’s easy to forget how we’re actually feeling. Slowing down a little — noticing your body, your people, your needs — helps reduce stress and opens the door to more joy. Here are three simple practices to bring balance back: mindfulness, connection, and movement.

Inside the JOMO curriculum, practices like habit-stacking, purposeful pauses, and playful transitions are woven into everyday lessons. By linking micro-shifts—such as a two-minute stretch before class or a quick brain-break game—to existing routines, students move from distraction to presence and build attention one small step at a time.

Feeling present but not quite accepted. In this honest reflection, Katie revisits her high-school journey through social imposter syndrome — letting go of the picture-perfect mold, embracing her unique interests, and discovering belonging in unexpected places. Redefining belonging began with leaning into who she is, not who she thought she should be.

Starting something new can feel overwhelming—new routines, new people, all the new unknowns. Instead of isolating, lean into it: be present, build supportive routines, set clear goals, and let the journey show who you are. You’re not alone, and you don’t need to have it all figured out on day one.

Senior year shouldn’t end in autopilot mode. This article offers six doable strategies to combat senioritis—boost motivation, manage screens, stay connected, and make your final months count.

You don’t have to wait to be picked to belong — belonging begins with your next move. At school, every new group, every kind word, every phone left in the bag gives the invitation to someone else. Start small: join a club, ask a question, show up. And you’ll soon see that belonging isn’t about fitting in; it’s about showing up for others.

Device policies aren’t just about removing distractions — they build the space for presence, connection and joy to flourish. As the school year begins, setting boundaries around our devices becomes an invitation to deeper focus, richer relationships and freedom from constant screen pull.

Whether it’s your last year at school or you’re stepping into unknown territory as a new senior, you’ve got one of the busiest — and most meaningful — chapters ahead. From grad trips to part-time jobs, from capturing everyday moments to embracing leadership roles, this is your moment. Don’t just survive senior-year chaos: lean in intentionally, say yes, try new things, and preserve the memories. Senior Season? Optimized.

Starting something new can feel overwhelming—new routines, new people, all the new unknowns. Instead of isolating, lean into it: be present in the early days, build supportive routines, set clear goals, and let the journey show who you are. You’re not alone in how you feel, and you don’t need to have it all figured out on day one

Instead of letting screens steal our days, this summer invites us back to game nights, backyard baking, and campfire s’mores. A bucket list of real-life memories gives us new goals—not just scrolling habits. Let’s unplug from algorithms, rediscover boredom as creative fuel, and leave the season with joy, connection and stories worth telling.”