Book description
From the author of Hyperfocus, a treasure trove of practical, science-backed strategies that reveal how the key to a less anxious life, and even greater productivity, is a calm state of mind "After rebounding from his own burnout, Bailey devised a clear-eyed, concise method that marries science and self-help; he's equally proficient in probing the roles of serotonin and endorphins while charting concrete steps in chapters titled 'The Mindset of More' and 'Heights of Stimulation.' Slow down, breathe, and submerge into these pages." --Oprah Daily A PENGUIN LIFE BOOK It took an on-stage panic attack for productivity expert Chris Bailey to recognize how critical it is to invest in calm at the same time that we invest in becoming more productive. Productivity advice works--and we need it now more than ever--but it's just as vital that we develop our capacity for calm. By finding calm and overcoming anxiety, we don't just feel more comfortable in our own mind--we build a deeper, more expansive reservoir of energy to draw from throughout the day. The pursuit of calm ultimately leads us to become more engaged, focused, and deliberate--while making us more satisfied with our lives. And because calm saves us time by making us more productive, we don't even need to feel guilty about the time we spend investing in it. How to Calm Your Mind is our crucial guide to achieving calm, navigating anxiety, and staving off burnout. It explains how our digital world drains us, and what we can do to abate the hidden sources of stress that burden our days. Bailey has learned to embrace the analog world and "stimulation fasts," to use the science of "savoring" to become more focused and present, and to relax without guilt--and he shows us how we can reclaim calm, too. In an anxious world, investing in calm might be the best productivity strategy around.
Miss Mustard
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Divine Bramble
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Pyscho Hun
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Wings
Thank you for making literature more accessible, enjoyable, and immersive. This app is a game-changer! This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. Audiobooks at my fingertips β this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Effortless and enriching β that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. π±π
Pearl Girl
ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices. Audiobook pleasure simplified β this app's design is a true winner. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! The playback history is a great feature. I can easily revisit my favorite parts.
Easy Sweep
With ListenBook Pro, I can enjoy super long audiobooks. It's fantastic! Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience. The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze. This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Prof. Smirk
ListenBook's thoughtful inclusion of chapters, controls, and filters has enhanced my audiobook experience. Effortlessly enjoying audiobook journeys β this app's ease of use is a delight.
Devil Bread
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Flakes
ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app.
Speedwell
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Magenta
ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it an essential companion for my daily commutes and workouts. It's convenience at its finest! AirDrop and sharing make it easy to spread the audiobook love with friends. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a game-changer. It's like customizing my listening experience.
Star Jammer
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Freesia
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. is a breeze. It's incredibly convenient for building my collection.
Grinch Cheese
This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference. Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful!
Bleach
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Gabriel Dandelion
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Sand Whiskers
Kudos to the app for making literature accessible to those with busy schedules. Shuffle playback is a fun feature. It keeps me engaged with my audiobooks.
Toy Dogwatch
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DreamDiver
ListenBook's dedication to providing a smooth and enjoyable listening experience is evident in every aspect of the app. I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended! I love how customizable the playback speed is. It makes listening so much more enjoyable.
Burst Nibbler
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. ListenBook is a true audio treasure! It turns my own audio files into immersive listening experiences. This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of intellectual discovery β a win-win! Bookmarks are a lifesaver for study materials. I never lose my place again. Supports all my playlists and bookmarks. Very convenient.
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