Book description
Do Better - An Audiobook Review
Rachel Ricketts' Do Better arrives as a sonic companion for anyone eager to transform the fight against white supremacy into an intimate, heart-centered practice. The narration is warm and steady, weaving Ricketts' own voice with guided meditations that feel like whispered confidences in a quiet room. Her delivery keeps listeners anchored, even when the subject matter turns heavy.
What sets this audiobook apart is its blend of theory and action. Ricketts does not merely explain the roots of systemic racism; she invites you to engage in soul-care rituals-breathwork, visualizations, reflective journaling-that turn awareness into tangible change. The pacing allows time for absorption; each segment ends with a brief pause, giving space to internalize the concepts before moving on.
The book's accolades echo through the audio: it was named one of the San Francisco Chronicle's 10 Books to Pick and featured by HelloGiggles, PopSugar, and Book Riot as essential reads for Black identity and history. Elizabeth Gilbert calls it "a clear, powerful, direct, wise, and extremely helpful treatise," while Iyanla Vanzant praises its bold possibility for healing. These endorsements translate well into the listening experience-each chapter feels like a guided conversation with an ally who is both knowledgeable and compassionate.
The structure-introduction, core principles, practical exercises, and concluding reflections-creates a natural flow that mirrors a therapeutic session. Listeners can use the audiobook in short bursts or as a full-length retreat; its modular nature makes it adaptable to daily routines or longer study sessions.
In sum, Do Better is more than an informative read; it's an immersive journey toward personal and collective transformation. The audiobook format amplifies Ricketts' call to "do the deep-and often uncomfortable-inner work," offering a comforting yet assertive soundtrack for those ready to commit to healing from within. If you're looking for a resource that blends scholarly insight with actionable mindfulness, this is an essential listen.
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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