{"title":"Ten Speed Press","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"how-to-break-up-with-your-phone-catherine-price-nonfiction-paperback","title":"How to Break Up with Your Phone by Catherine Price - Non Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780399581120\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Ten Speed Press\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow to Break Up with Your Phone is award-winning science journalist Catherine Price's practical, research-backed guide to resetting an unhealthy relationship with smartphones. Rather than demanding readers quit their devices entirely, Price offers a structured 30-day plan built on behavioral science, helping readers notice compulsive habits, redesign their environment, and rebuild a healthier daily rhythm. The tone is encouraging and non-judgmental, making the program approachable for anyone who feels tethered to notifications, endless scrolling, or the anxious pull of checking their screen. It's a clear-eyed, actionable roadmap back to focus, presence, and real life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStructured as a step-by-step 30-day program, How to Break Up with Your Phone walks readers through two distinct phases: the 'Breakup,' a focused two-week reset to interrupt automatic phone habits, and the 'Makeup,' where readers thoughtfully rebuild a sustainable relationship with technology on their own terms. Catherine Price draws on psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral economics to explain why phones are engineered to be so hard to put down, then translates that research into concrete daily exercises rather than abstract theory. Readers are guided to track their actual usage, identify the emotional triggers behind reflexive checking, and experiment with small environmental changes—like moving apps off the home screen, turning off non-essential notifications, and creating phone-free zones at mealtimes or before bed. Journaling prompts and simple checklists appear throughout, encouraging honest reflection rather than rigid rules. Price is careful to acknowledge that smartphones aren't inherently bad; the goal isn't total abstinence but intentional, conscious use that leaves room for concentration, creativity, and connection with the people actually in the room. By the end of the program, readers have assembled a personalized toolkit of habits and boundaries designed to outlast the 30 days. The book is grounded enough to satisfy skeptics who want evidence, yet warm enough to feel like a supportive coach rather than a scold. 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She has spoken about attention and technology at TED and works with organizations, schools, and companies to help people build healthier relationships with their devices. Drawing on both rigorous research and her own experience overcoming phone dependency, Price brings a rare combination of scientific credibility and genuine empathy to the subject, making her guidance feel both trustworthy and achievable for everyday readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you're seeking a New Year's reset, a thoughtful gift for a screen-weary friend, or a summer reading pick that actually changes daily habits, this guide delivers real, lasting results you can feel within days. 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This deluxe reference book blends authoritative lore with striking artwork, creating a tactile reading experience that appeals to both die‑hard fans of the world and newcomers curious about the dynasty’s saga. The narrative voice balances scholarly precision with accessible storytelling, offering context for political alliances, dynastic marriages, and dragon lore that have shaped the history readers glimpse in the main books. With high-quality production, including premium paper and a durable binding, this edition is designed for long-term shelf display and frequent browsing. It serves as a thoughtful gift for collectors, gift buyers, and anyone who loves immersive, universe-spanning fantasy grounded in richly imagined history.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Discover Inside:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis volume presents a richly illustrated, chronological journey through the Targaryen dynasty. 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