Book description
Powerful, body-based practices to help you reclaim confidence, dignity, and self-worth.As a woman of color, you are more likely to experience oppression, discrimination, and physical or sexual violence in your lifetime. In addition, your family may have experienced generational trauma and systemic racism going back for centuries. This old and new trauma can manifest in both the mind and body. However, there are ways you can free yourself from this trauma, build confidence in yourself and your abilities, and restore your powerful sense of self.Written by a woman of color for women of color, Decolonizing the Body offers proven-effective somatic, body-centered practices to help you heal from systemic oppression, trust the profound wisdom of your own body, and reconnect with your true self. And by slowing down, cultivating a daily ritual, and setting strong boundaries, you can reclaim your inherent dignity and worth--as well as those aspects of yourself that you may have cast aside in an effort to survive.With this empowering guide, you'll discover: How bodies are colonized through systems of oppression Why slowing down is essential for healing How to listen to what your body needs How to create a space for ritual in your daily life How to strengthen feelings of capability How to cultivate community--starting with yourself To decolonize the body is to become whole again, and to come home again. Let this book be your guide on this crucial journey.
Burn
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and precise controls make it a joy to use every day. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. π Grooving to the rhythm of stories while tackling household chores β a dance of productivity! πΆπ I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
ForumFusion
The statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption β a fantastic way to measure my progress. ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook! The app is perfect for people with visual impairments. Itβs so easy to navigate. I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
Alley Frog
ποΈ This app's user-friendly interface has transformed my daily walks into immersive storytelling sessions. Kudos to the developers! πΆββοΈπ Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. Library organization is simplified with ListenBook. It's easy to keep my audiobooks neat and tidy.
Nessie
The voice actors are incredible β they make the characters come alive. π Transforming laundry time into a journey through fantastic stories β thank you, this app! ππ ππ Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration β this app keeps me engaged on the road! ππ§ Savoring stories has never been this smooth β this app's functionality is genius. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a game-changer. Controlling my audiobooks from my wrist is genius.
Lewd Dice
This app is my travel companion β making long journeys enjoyable and insightful. I've rediscovered the joy of reading through the convenience of audiobooks. ListenBook is a true audio treasure! It turns my own audio files into immersive listening experiences.
Liquid Science
ListenBook's support for various formats means I can explore a wide range of content without limitations. I can't believe how easy it is to dive into a new world with this app. Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. The interface is sleek and modern. Itβs a joy to use.
Tomcat
ListenBook has become my trusted companion, guiding me through the realms of imagination. The best app for audiobooks. Downloading and organizing files is super easy with ListenBook.
InsightfulInk
I'm amazed at ListenBook's intuitive interface and precise controls β it's a joy to navigate. Audiobook multitasking made simple β this app's functionality is a true delight. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. Itβs perfect for my listening style.
The Dude
ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Pocket Mazda
ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. πΌ Workday blues? Not anymore β this app turns my office hours into reading time! π»π ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly. I love the statistics feature. Itβs fun to see how much Iβve listened.
Mental Prophet
This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. Quick access to chapters is a blessing. No more scrolling through endless content. ListenBookβs playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
All Natural
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition β I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. Being able to adjust playback speed suits everyone's preferences β a thoughtful feature. π§ββοΈ Finding zen through storytelling β this app makes meditation even more calming. π§ββοΈπ§ Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features.
AlertXis
Listening to audiobooks has become a ritual, thanks to this incredible app. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape.
SunVolt
ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my passport to countless stories. π Making every moment count β this app turns everyday activities into a reading adventure! ππ« Library organization has never been easier thanks to ListenBook. My collection is well-managed. ListenBook has become my constant companion. It's like having a personal audiobook assistant.
Fist Wizard
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
FireBerry
Audiobook lovers, you need this app in your life. The innovative features, from audio filters to compatibility, enhance my reading journey. ππ§ I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Ice
With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. This app is my audiobook haven. With a user-friendly interface and features like audio filters, I'm engrossed in stories like never before. ππ Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless.
Pyscho Hun
πͺ Doubling the impact of my workouts β exercising and exploring stories, all thanks to this app! πͺπ§ ListenBook's audio filters have given me the power to tailor my listening experience to my preferences. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling.
Helmet Destroyer
πͺ Crushing workouts while devouring books β this app makes fitness fun and educational! ποΈββοΈπ π§ Elevating my reading experience β this app's intuitive controls and organization features make audiobook enjoyment effortless. π±π The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device.
Prez Dog
π‘ Enriching my daily routines with wisdom and wonder β thank you, this app! π±π The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fineβgood narration, decent storyβbut it didnβt leave a lasting impression. If youβre looking for something low-commitment, this works.
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