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Untethered For Four Days
- Chris Harper turned his phone off for four days at a men's withdrawing retreat and felt unexpected anxiety and boredom.
- He discovered he rarely simply sits and thinks, which made the experience convicting and illuminating.
Third Space Can Become Unhealthy
- Ray Oldenburg's 'third space' concept shows where men withdraw outside home and work, and it can be unhealthy.
- Many men retreat into garages, bars, or basements, turning a third space into an escape rather than renewal.
Pick A Safe Withdrawal Place
- Choose a withdrawal place with few distractions and limited room for temptation to protect your purpose of reconnecting with God.
- Avoid places that feed your sin patterns, like bars or tempting basements, when you need spiritual renewal.