How to Break Up With Your Phone
Catherine Price explores the psychological and social implications of smartphone dependency, offering a structured framework to reclaim attention and improve mental well-being. The "Phone Breakup" process guides readers through awareness of usage patterns, evaluation of digital value, and the implementation of practical boundaries.
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