Why You Should Break Up with Your Phone

Hint of Hustle with Heather Sager

07/15/20 • 48 min

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The relationship we have with our smartphones is arguably the most intimate relationship in our lives. It’s a sad truth.

Mental clarity, social skills, memory and focus are significantly (and negatively) impacted by the tool that also provides so much value and connectivity.

I’m NOT encouraging you to get rid of your phone, but rather reassess your relationship, because if you want to show up in a magnetic way, you need space to be creative and shine.

This conversation today is brought to you as part of a new series on the podcast called Backwards Book Club.

It’s where I read a book and bring you the cliff notes (via a discussion with myself.. aka book club) to shine a light on topics that will help you become a more magnetic entrepreneur.

This week, I’m highlighting the incredible book:

How to Break Up with Your Phone: the 30 day plan to take back your life by Catherine Price
(Catherine also has an AMAZING 3 day breakup challenge via the above link I HIGHLY recommended).

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07/15/20 • 48 min

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Hint of Hustle with Heather Sager - Why You Should Break Up with Your Phone

Transcript Summary

In this compelling episode titled "Why You Should Break Up with Your Phone," the speaker delves into various tips and personal experiences to improve our relationship with smartphones. They highlight the negative impact of excessive phone usage, particularly on creativity, confidence, and personal relationships. Drawing from the book "How to Break up with Your Phone: The 30-day Plan to Take Back Your Life" by Catherine Price, they emphasize the addictive nature of smartphones and how they can rewire our brains, weakening our memories and capacity for deep thought. They stress the need to shift our relationship with phones and use them as tools rather than being controlled by them. Additionally, they discuss the importance of establishing a compelling voice, being fully present, and creating meaningful experiences in both business and life. With practical strategies like tracking phone usage and setting limits, this episode provides valuable insights into reclaiming control over our time and minds. To gain further perspective on this topic, the speaker recommends the book "Wake Up," which explores the smartphone relationship and offers effective strategies for improvement. So, if you're ready to take back your life and cultivate healthier habits with your phone, this episode is a must-listen.

Transcript

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It's not the phone that's the issue. It's the relationship we have with our phones that is becoming the issue. That's

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what's making us unfocused, ineffective,

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caught up in the imposter syndrome and self-doubt, and all the negative swirling things that contribute as gasoline on the fire of the entrepreneurial roller coaster. I don't think ou

Why You Should Break Up with Your Phone Top Questions Answered

How much time do people spend on their smartphones on average?

People spend an average of 4+ hours a day on their smartphones.

What is the book discussed in this episode?

The book discussed in this episode is "How to Break up with Your Smartphone" by Catherine Price.

How does the book advise regarding smartphones?

The book advises taking back control of your time and mind instead of getting rid of your phone completely.

How does checking our phones affect our brain?

Checking our phones releases dopamine in our brains, creating a reward system.

What is the impact of smartphones on our brains?

Smartphones can rewire our brains, leading to distraction, isolation, and a lack of focus and empathy.

How can smartphones affect attention spans?

Smartphones can negatively impact attention spans and memories.

What are some suggestions for improving the relationship with your phone?

Suggestions include starting the day without immediately connecting to others, deleting unnecessary apps, and using prompts to question phone usage.

What are the sections covered in the book "How to Break Up with Your Phone"?

The book is divided into sections covering technology triage, habit changes, reclaiming your brain, and establishing a new phone relationship.

What are some hacks for managing phone usage?

Some hacks for managing phone usage include tracking your time, setting limits, plugging your phone in another room at night, using an alarm clock instead of your phone, and being intentional about app usage.