Book description
We live in enormously polarized times. From politics to race, religion, gender, and class, division runs rampant. In 2020, 40 percent of each political party said that supporters of the opposing party were "downright evil." In 2019, hate crimes reached a ten-year high in the United States. One in five Americans suffers from chronic loneliness, with teenagers and young adults at increasing risk. Social ties at work, at school, and in our communities have frayed. How did we become so alienated? Why is our sense of belonging so undermined? What if there were a set of science-backed techniques for navigating modern social life that could help us overcome our differences, create empathy, and forge lasting connections even across divides? What if there were a useful set of takeaways for managers and educators of all stripes to create connection even during challenging times?In Belonging, Stanford University professor Geoffrey L. Cohen applies his and others' groundbreaking research to the myriad problems of communal existence and offers concrete solutions for improving daily life at work, in school, in our homes, and in our communities. We all feel a deep need to belong, but most of us don't fully appreciate that need in others. Often inadvertently, we behave in ways that threaten others' sense of belonging. Yet small acts that establish connection, brief activities such as reflecting on our core values, and a suite of practices that Cohen defines as "situation-crafting" have been shown to lessen political polarization, improve motivation and performance in school and work, combat racism in our communities, enhance health and well-being, and unleash the potential in ourselves and in our relationships. Belonging is essential for managers, educators, parents, administrators, caregivers, and everyone who wants those around them to thrive.
Cosmic Presence
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. User-friendly audiobook experience – this app's design is a standout. The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption.
Fl00d
This app's customizable features, like playback speed and bookmarks, have transformed my experience. Automated artwork and metadata extraction keeps my audiobook library visually appealing. Flawless support for various audio formats. Highly satisfied. Highly engaging! The combination of a well-written story and skilled narration made this audiobook hard to pause. I finished it much faster than I expected because I just couldn’t stop listening.
Classy Dancer
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ThoughtTracer
This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. ListenBook's comprehensive format support makes it the ultimate companion for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible. Tone adjustment is a brilliant addition that lets me personalize the narration to my liking. It adds an extra layer of connection to the audiobooks.
CuriousCraft
The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content. Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature! Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Nice Gnome
This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. Elevating my reading experience to a whole new level, this app's user-friendly interface and easy navigation have me hooked. Audiobooks have never been this enjoyable! 📱🔊 This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Die Slice
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Hella Fella
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RightN0w2
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Dez
Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is a true gift. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I consume audiobooks. I can cover more ground while maintaining comprehension.
Canary Apple Red
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Gabriel Dandelion
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch, combined with its chapters, controls, and filters, make it the ultimate audiobook app! The detailed listening stats are fantastic. Helps me keep track of my progress. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
SpellTansy
Audiobooks have transformed my daily walks into a time of inspiration and learning. Binaural audio processing on ListenBook is a thoughtful addition that keeps my ears comfortable during extended listening sessions. 💼 Enhancing work-from-home productivity – audiobooks make even the most routine tasks a delight. 💻📖
Wiccan Trouble
ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. ListenBook's extensive format support makes it the ultimate audiobook app for any audiobook lover. The narrator's voice took some getting used to - a bit nasal at first - but I grew to like it after a few chapters. Their pacing was excellent throughout.
Dangle
Audiobooks have made my morning routine something to look forward to. I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy.
Muzish
With this app, I'm experiencing the joy of reading in a whole new light. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy for me to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts.
Mule Lock
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Sprinkle Lovenuts
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Night Train
ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats makes it a versatile and essential app for audiobook enthusiasts. I can't thank this app enough for making my audiobook experience so effortless. From downloading to playback, it's a true companion for book lovers. 📚💫 The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! I'm impressed with the wide range of supported formats. Finally, an app that plays all my audiobooks flawlessly. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app!
Saber-RED
I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily routines more enjoyable and intellectually fulfilling. 🏃♂️📚 I'm conquering literary marathons with ease, all thanks to this app's intuitive controls and smooth functionality. 📱📖 ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fascinating way to add a personal touch to my audiobook journey.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience