Book description
An inspirational guide to the key junctures in life that, if navigated with faith and discernment, pave the way for us to become our most courageous selves, by the bishop of the famed Episcopal Diocese of Washington, D.C. The decisive moments in life are those pivot points when we're called on to push past our fears and act with strength. With How We Learn to Be Brave, Bishop Mariann Budde teaches us to respond with clarity and grace even in the toughest times. Being brave is not a singular occurrence; it's a journey that we can choose to undertake every day. Here, Bishop Budde explores the full range of decisive moments, from the most visible and dramatic (the decision to go), to the internal and personal (the decision to stay), to brave choices made with an eye toward the future (the decision to start), those born of suffering (the decision to accept that which we did not choose), and those that come unexpectedly (the decision to step up to the plate). Drawing on examples ranging from Harry Potter to the Gospel According to Luke, she seamlessly weaves together personal experiences with stories from scripture, history, and pop culture to underscore both the universality of these moments and the particular call each one of us must heed when they arrive. With Bishop Budde's wisdom, readers will learn to live and to respond according to their true beliefs and in ways that align with their best selves. How We Learn to Be Brave will provide much-needed fortitude and insight to anyone searching for answers in uncertain times.
Steel Ginger
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360
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HOV
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Blizzard Vixen
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Slacker Cat
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Shadow Gal
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Drugstore Cowboy
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Spoiler Betty
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Buckshot
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Green Ghost
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Buckshot
This app is not just about convenience – it's a gateway to new horizons of knowledge. ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word.
The Belgian
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. ListenBook's dedication to delivering top-notch audio quality is evident in every detail. The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playback—it's all up to me! Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature!
Woodland Beauty
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Impulsive Flower
Kudos to the developers for crafting an app that understands readers' needs. The smooth playback and sleek design are pure perfection. 📚👏 Automated artwork and metadata extraction make my library look organized and visually appealing.
Light Lion
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Natural Mess
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Sweetness
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature streamlines the process of adding new content to my library.
Steel Solstice
I'm exploring new genres and authors I wouldn't have considered otherwise. This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly enhanced my audio quality. ListenBook has revolutionized the way I consume content. It's like having a personal tutor in my ear.
Ice
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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