Book description
A manual for the evolution of everyday leadership based on the Finnish science of sisu--from a leading researcher and teacher on the topic. Power is fundamental in our lives--we express it in every conversation, relationship, and choice we make. All too often, we equate force and domination with power, while gentleness and compassion are considered "soft" or "weak." The destructive nature of this skewed perspective has never been more obvious, yet there is reason to hope. With Gentle Power, Dr. Emilia Elisabet Lahti shares an illuminating guide to an emerging shift in the way we define true strength--an approach that balances resolve with reason, grit with compassion, and personal success with service to the collective good. Lahti uses the concept of sisu, a central philosophy native to Finland, as the foundation for her investigation of gentle power. "At its best," she says, "sisu is a harmonious approach to life itself, specifically in how we make decisions, relate to one another, and navigate times of crisis and peace." Drawing from sisu--as well as aikido, Taoism, neuroscience, systems intelligence, and more--she shares an evidence-based approach to help you transform the way you manifest power. Join her to explore: - Sisu--its history, its shadow, and the rising global interest in this profound philosophy- Leadership and power--why toxic myths of power persist, and how we can dismantle them- The paradox of gentleness--how inner resilience and true influence arise from vulnerability, empathy, and love- Self-care--why gentle power begins with the way we treat ourselves To understand power is to realize that leadership is not just for some selected minority--we are all leaders whose choices impact those around us. "Each of us can play a vital role in the collective transformation that the world is calling for," Lahti writes. "It all starts in our own heart, in our own gentle power." Here you'll discover a path of wisdom, resilience, and compassionate strength that will elevate your life--and uplift others to take part in a new revolution of human empowerment.
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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