Dadville with Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin Andy Crouch: Quantity Leads to Quality
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Feb 18, 2025 
In this conversation, Andy Crouch, an author and former editor at Christianity Today, sheds light on parenting in a tech-dominated world. He emphasizes the importance of intentional and quality time with kids, balancing career pressures with family life. Andy shares insights on the necessity of sabbaticals for personal growth and the challenges of guiding children through modern stressors. His reflections on unstructured play and open communication highlight the evolving dynamics of parenting today.
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Sabbatical Practice
- Andy Crouch has taken sabbaticals every seven years, quitting his job to rest and discern his next steps.
- This practice started unintentionally but has become a key part of his life and work.
Sabbath Principles
- Detach from providing financially and seeking significance, embracing rest and recognizing life as a gift.
- Quiet the external and internal noise to discern your next path and avoid self-pity.
Parenting Challenges
- Andy Crouch's daughter experienced a period of withdrawal and anxiety in early high school, causing concern.
- Despite facing challenges and uncertainties, there are no guarantees in parenting, even for exemplary families.
