Happy Monday! I'm Michael Kovnat, host of the Next Big Idea spinoff, The Next Big Idea Daily. Every weekday, I invite leading nonfiction authors to share the big ideas from their books about psychology, business, relationships, and just about everything else. It's a mini masterclass you can listen to in the time it takes to walk your dog. You're about to hear the episode we published this morning. To get the rest of this week's episodes, follow The Next Big Idea daily wherever you get your podcasts. LinkedIn Presents. Good morning. I'm your host, Michael Kovnat, and this is the next Big Idea Daily. Quick masterclasses from the best new nonfiction in under 15 minutes. Make sure you're following the show to get new episodes and sign up for our free companion newsletter using the link in the episode notes. So today, let's talk about the most important relationship in your life. Now, I'm not talking about any of your family members or your significant other. I'm talking about your smartphone. You probably spend more time with your phone than you do with any of your human companions. And who can blame you? Endless entertainment, instant connection, the thrill of a new notification. But I think it's time to admit that the relationship has gotten toxic. Your phone interrupts your conversations, it keeps you up at night, and demands your attention every waking moment. And what do you get in return? A vague sense of anxiety, wasted hours, and a growing distance from real people and real life.