Catherine Price author photo

Catherine Price

Catherine Price is an American journalist and author focused on technology, health, science, and well-being. She is best known for How to Break Up With Your Phone and The Power of Fun, and also wrote Vitamania. Her work examines digital habits, attention, and how everyday behaviors shape physical and mental health.

Descubre más

Body, Pleasure, Tech & Behavioral Science

Body, Pleasure, Tech & Behavioral Science

PLAN DE APRENDIZAJE

Body, Pleasure, Tech & Behavioral Science

In an era of digital distraction, understanding the intersection of biology and technology is essential for personal agency. This plan is designed for individuals seeking to master their impulses and break free from tech-induced behavioral traps.

2 h 50 m4 Secciones
Bio, Psych, Self-Help & Tech Exploration

Bio, Psych, Self-Help & Tech Exploration

PLAN DE APRENDIZAJE

Bio, Psych, Self-Help & Tech Exploration

This plan bridges the gap between hard science and practical self-improvement, offering a roadmap for navigating the complexities of the human experience. It is ideal for curious minds and lifelong learners who want to leverage biology and tech trends to master their own behavior.

3 h 26 m4 Secciones
Love, Tech, Habits & Human Connection

Love, Tech, Habits & Human Connection

PLAN DE APRENDIZAJE

Love, Tech, Habits & Human Connection

This plan addresses the modern struggle of maintaining intimacy in a world dominated by screens. It is ideal for individuals seeking to balance their digital habits with the psychological foundations required for lasting, healthy relationships.

3 h 3 m4 Secciones
Tech, Mind, Health & Self-Improvement Focus

Tech, Mind, Health & Self-Improvement Focus

PLAN DE APRENDIZAJE

Tech, Mind, Health & Self-Improvement Focus

This comprehensive plan is designed for high-performers and professionals struggling with digital burnout and fragmented attention. It bridges the gap between technology management and biological optimization to help individuals reclaim their focus and physical vitality.

3 h 3 m4 Secciones
Tech, Innovation, Body, Identity & Relations

Tech, Innovation, Body, Identity & Relations

PLAN DE APRENDIZAJE

Tech, Innovation, Body, Identity & Relations

In an era of rapid digital change, success requires balancing technical literacy with deep self-awareness and physical health. This plan is ideal for professionals and lifelong learners seeking to harmonize their digital expertise with emotional intelligence and holistic well-being.

2 h 29 m4 Secciones
Health, Fitness, Love & Relationships Guide

Health, Fitness, Love & Relationships Guide

PLAN DE APRENDIZAJE

Health, Fitness, Love & Relationships Guide

In today's high-pressure world, true success requires a synergy between physical vitality and emotional fulfillment. This guide is designed for individuals seeking to bridge the gap between personal health and relationship mastery, providing a roadmap for holistic well-being.

2 h 57 m4 Secciones
Stop doomscrolling

Stop doomscrolling

PLAN DE APRENDIZAJE

Stop doomscrolling

In an era of persuasive design, many struggle with involuntary device usage that erodes mental clarity and productivity. This plan is essential for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their phone who wants to regain control over their attention and mental health.

2 h 28 m4 Secciones
Explore Mindfulness, Nutrition & Tech

Explore Mindfulness, Nutrition & Tech

PLAN DE APRENDIZAJE

Explore Mindfulness, Nutrition & Tech

This learning plan is designed for modern professionals and students struggling with digital burnout and information overload. It provides a holistic framework for those seeking to regain control of their attention, health, and daily habits through science-backed wellness strategies.

3 h 24 m4 Secciones

Voces de la Comunidad

"Catherine Price has written the best such book"

Jonathan Haidt ((

"Catherine Price has written the essential guide for taking control of our lives"

Arianna Huffington ((

"With clarity and levity, Catherine Price illuminates why our days are so dull"

Adam Grant ((

"Catherine Price helped me work through my dysfunctional relationship with my smartphone"

A.J. Jacobs ((

"Catherine Price is the Marie Kondo of brains"

Kevin Roose ((

"The only thing that Catherine Price is selling here is good reporting, engaging storytelling"

Scientific American ((

Preguntas frecuentes sobre esta página

Creado por exalumnos de la Universidad de Columbia en San Francisco

BeFreed Reúne a una Comunidad Global de 1,000,000 Mentes Curiosas

"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."

@Moemenn
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."

@Chloe, Solo founder, LA
platform
comments
12
likes
117

"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."

@Raaaaaachelw
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."

@Matt, YC alum
platform
comments
12
likes
108

"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC
platform
comments
254
likes
17

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful
platform
comments
96
likes
4.5K

"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

@SofiaP
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"

@Jaded_Falcon
platform
comments
201
thumbsUp
16

"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."

@OojasSalunke
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."

@Leo, Law Student, UPenn
platform
comments
37
likes
483

"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"

@Cashflowbubu
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."

@Moemenn
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."

@Chloe, Solo founder, LA
platform
comments
12
likes
117

"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."

@Raaaaaachelw
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."

@Matt, YC alum
platform
comments
12
likes
108

"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC
platform
comments
254
likes
17

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful
platform
comments
96
likes
4.5K

"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

@SofiaP
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"

@Jaded_Falcon
platform
comments
201
thumbsUp
16

"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."

@OojasSalunke
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."

@Leo, Law Student, UPenn
platform
comments
37
likes
483

"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"

@Cashflowbubu
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."

@Moemenn
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."

@Chloe, Solo founder, LA
platform
comments
12
likes
117

"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."

@Raaaaaachelw
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."

@Matt, YC alum
platform
comments
12
likes
108

"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."

@Erin, Investment Banking Associate , NYC
platform
comments
254
likes
17

"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."

@djmikemoore
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."

@Pitiful
platform
comments
96
likes
4.5K

"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."

@SofiaP
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"

@Jaded_Falcon
platform
comments
201
thumbsUp
16

"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."

@OojasSalunke
platform
star
star
star
star
star

"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."

@Leo, Law Student, UPenn
platform
comments
37
likes
483

"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"

@Cashflowbubu
platform
star
star
star
star
star
1.5K Ratings4.7
Comienza tu viaje de aprendizaje, ahora