Book description
Drawing on cutting-edge science and intimate personal stories, an essential and paradigm-shifting book for readers struggling with fatigue, burnout, stress, and trauma-and for all of us who sometimes feel like we have been pushed past our breaking point. In How We Are, the health psychologist and author Vincent Deary explored the process of habit and change in everyday life. In How We Break, a deeply compassionate and illuminating exploration of suffering, he examines what happens when we are pushed to our limit. Deary is a practitioner health psychologist who also works in a fatigue clinic and specializes in interventions that help people cope with whatever life has thrown at them. The big traumas in life, he points out, are relatively rare. Much more common is when too many things go wrong at once, or we are exposed to a prolonged period of difficulty or precarity. When we are subjected to too much turbulence-when the world shrinks to nothing but our daily coping-we become unhappy, worried, hopeless, exhausted. In other words, we break. Breaking, he shows us, is embodied, as our physical and mental distress are linked, and happens when the same systems that enable us to navigate through life become dysregulated. But if we understand how the turbulence and overwhelm of life affects us, then we have a better chance of overcoming the challenges. Drawing on clinical case studies, trailblazing scientific research, intimate personal stories, and illuminating references from philosophy, literature, and film, How We Break offers a consoling and deeply felt new vision of everyday human struggling, and it makes a bold case for the power of rest and recuperation.
Blood Taker
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Desert Haze
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Alias Stick
Sharing audiobooks via AirDrop is incredibly convenient. Great feature! A reasonable choice for casual listening. The audiobook was well-produced, but the pacing felt uneven in places. I didn’t dislike it, but I also didn’t feel strongly about it one way or another.
Dr. Jam Man
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Canine Hannibal
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Father Abbot
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King Bass
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Beo
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Frosty
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SereneScribe
No more straining my eyes to read – now I can simply immerse myself in storytelling. The app's performance is remarkable – it's fast, stable, and designed to cater to audiobook enthusiasts. It's a pleasure to use. The customer support is amazing. They responded to my query within hours.
Judge
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DARK HQ
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Waylay Dave
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is a game-changer for my on-the-go listening. This app's convenience has revolutionized the way I experience books. Efficiency meets audiobooks – this app's functionality is a true triumph.
Raid Bucker
I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. Audiobook enjoyment redefined – this app's design focuses on the essentials. Audiobook enjoyment has never been this convenient. This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and enjoyable. 📚👌 Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. Very convenient. ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience.
Hyper Kong
I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. Audiobooks on this app have become my go-to entertainment for winding down.
Pink C
ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices. ListenBook has elevated my learning experience. I'm retaining more information than ever.
Patton Digger
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my downtime more enriching and meaningful. Book groups keep my related titles together for a cohesive listening experience. A thoughtful feature! The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Crazy Eights
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days. This app's compatibility with different formats ensures that I never miss out on a great audiobook. 💡 Balancing learning and living effortlessly – audiobooks on demand, thanks to this app! 🎧💫
Are Ess Tee
I never thought I'd enjoy audiobooks as much as I do now – all thanks to this app. Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things.
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