Release Your Obsession with Your PHONE

"This book is fascinating. I found the author's expert experience engaging and the chapters flowed easily and with pace. I'm a big fan of apposite quotations as introductions of chapters. It really helps to shine the light of the focus on the chapter's context. The author's style is detailed but not heavy, and the chapters slide by in a thought-provoking manner. Dr. Lisa has written many books on addiction, and this one says and explains a great deal about how we struggle with our daily behaviors. If you're spending too much time on your phone and your life lacks balance, you'll find this book of great value." Vince Stevenson, author ofThe Fear Doctor andAnxiety Quick Wins

"While unraveling the psychology behind smartphone addiction, Dr. Lisa Ortigara Crego delivers strategies to connect with our authentic selves and achieve a balance by living in the moment." Margie Miklas, author of Memoirs of a Solo Traveler: My Love Affair with Italy

"Lisa is a well-established authority in this field, having written numerous books on our obsessions, and her wisdom and engaging writing enables the reader to see the real impact of their iPhone addiction, while getting great advice for all stages of the recovery process, which begins with an assessment of use and 'realignment.' This is critical, as current research shows that younger people are struggling with serious self-esteem issues, with high rates of depression and suicide linked to cell phone obsession. Obviously, the cell phone and global interconnectivity have some real value, but we must appreciate when our use has gone too far, and the device is controlling us. When you are freed of the compulsion and use it appropriately, one of the first things to do is to text your friends and tell them about this awesome and necessary book." Dr. Howard Rankin, author of Falling to Grace: The Art and Science of Redemption

"This book is not simply a 'put down your phone' admonition. Instead, it is a comprehensive look at why one might be connected to the phone. I now have a better idea of the deeper emotional relationship with my phone, which can help me truly release my obsession with it. Dr. Lisa has outlined the book in three parts: defining the obsession, presenting the realignment, and turning the corner. Each chapter closes with personal assessment questions to make the concepts actionable. I highly recommend this book." Mark Stinson, President of Bioscience Bridge and host of the Unlocking Your World of Creativitypodcast