Book description
Powerful and practical tools to help you support your loved one with serious mental illness, while also making room for your own need.If you have a loved one-a spouse, adult child, or other family member-who is experiencing a mental health crisis such as schizophrenia, delusion, hearing voices, mania, depression, or catatonia, you need help right now. Your loved one might be resistant to treatment. You may feel helpless watching them struggle. And you may question whether you can handle the myriad everyday practical and emotional challenges ahead. It's important to know that you are not alone.Authors Katherine Ponte and Izzy Goncalves have been there. They are there. During Katherine's ongoing eighteen-year recovery from severe bipolar disorder and depression, her husband Izzy has been her primary caregiver. Together through trial, trauma, and triumph, they have amassed an unmatched store of lived experiences, shared perspectives, and lessons learned. They now bravely share, for the first time, everything they have come to understand about the challenges they've faced and surmounted together.A vital resource for families in crisis, this book will help you: ·Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental illness ·Maintain and improve communication between you and your loved one ·Better understand your loved one's feelings and emotions ·Handle special situations, including de-escalating crises ·Discover different options for treatment ·Make room for self-careThe book never forgets one crucial truth: you have needs, too. That's why the authors provide resources to ensure that you stay healthy, well-rested, and energized, so you can help your loved one on the path to recovery.
Rink Ruler
This app has reignited my passion for reading, and I'm forever grateful. I'm constantly amazed by the variety of genres – there's something for everyone. Packed with useful features. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook app.
Skull Crusher
💃 Dancing through chores with audiobooks – this app turns cleaning into a lively and literary affair! 🎶📚 The statistics feature in ListenBook is a valuable tool for monitoring and optimizing my audiobook consumption. Downloading over WiFi saves so much time. Very efficient. The app is constantly updated with new features. The developers really care. The perfect balance between dramatic reading and natural storytelling. Felt like a friend telling me an amazing story rather than someone just reading words.
Twitch
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Bad Beh8vior
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made multitasking with audio content a breeze. This app has made my daily walks a time for both exercise and learning. With this app, I'm discovering the joy of reading during my commutes.
Emerald Vine
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a portable audiobook library that I can carry everywhere. 💪 Achieving double wins – workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! 💪🎧 I love the auto-rewind feature after interruptions. No more searching for where I left off! The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers! A textbook example of great audiobook narration! The performer's diction was flawless, their pacing ideal, and their emotional range impressive. I never felt like I was being "read to" but rather like I was experiencing the story firsthand. The audio engineering was equally professional.
Journeyman
Audiobooks have made my morning routine something to look forward to. I can now explore books beyond my preferred genre, broadening my reading horizons. I've become a more empathetic listener and reader, thanks to the power of audiobooks. ListenBook has transformed my daily commute. I look forward to my journeys with this app by my side.
Natural Gold
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro adds a personal touch to my experience. 🏃♂️📚 Combining exercise and exploration – this app keeps me motivated on my daily jogs! 🏃♂️📖 Audiobook excellence – this app's design enhances my reading experience. Gone are the days of struggling with formats. Thanks to this app, my audiobook journey is a breeze, and every tale is a tap away. Highly recommended! 📚🎧 Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch.
Joker's Grin
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats ensures I never miss out on any audio gem. Automatic artwork and metadata retrieval is a time-saver. My library looks fantastic. ListenBook is hands down the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The interface is clean, intuitive, and packed with features like customizable playback speed and sleep timers. It supports all formats, which is a huge plus for me. Highly recommend!
Pixie
This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits. The app is perfect for people who love to read but don’t have the time.
Greek Rifle
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. Effortless and enriching – 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. 📱📖 Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that sets this app apart. I love how ListenBook makes it easy to organize my audiobook library. The app supports all formats, and the import process is a breeze. The playback controls are responsive, and the sound quality is excellent. Highly recommend!
RealmRanger
ListenBook's library organization and Book Groups feature make it easy to keep my audiobooks organized and accessible. Flawless support for various audio formats. Very happy with it.
Subzero Taffy
The sheer variety of genres available ensures there's something for everyone. 🎧 An audiobook treasure trove in the palm of my hand – this app is pure convenience! 📚🌟 Looping playback is my favorite feature. It's perfect for revisiting complex content. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience. The ability to download audio directly within the app is a lifesaver. ListenBook is incredibly convenient.
Frenzy
With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. ⏰ Starting my mornings with inspiration – audiobooks make waking up a joyous literary experience! ☀️🎧 🚗📖 Transforming traffic jams into opportunities for literary exploration – this app keeps me engaged on the road! 🚗🎧 Beautiful design and intuitive interface. Very user-friendly.
Squatch
I love that ListenBook Pro allows me to customize the tone of the sound – it adds a personal touch. This app is a treasure trove of knowledge, entertainment, and imagination. Audiobooks have become a cherished part of my daily life, all thanks to this app. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library.
Sofa King
ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. 🚶♀️🎧 Walking has never been this productive – exploring new worlds while I exercise! 🏞️💫 Simplifying my reading routine – this app's ease of use is remarkable. Absolutely love this app! It's made my daily commute so much more enjoyable.
Squatch
This app has reignited my passion for literature – I'm devouring books like never before. The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings.
Moon Solitaire
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my workouts and downtime more engaging and insightful. Effortlessly managing my audiobook collection – this app's functionality is a winner. Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience. I've found my new favorite narrator! Their voice was perfectly suited to this material, with just the right blend of authority and approachability. The production quality was broadcast-level - no distracting breaths, clicks, or inconsistent volume. Already looking for more of their work.
ByteBard
ListenBook's compatibility with multiple downloading methods ensures there's always a way to get my content. ListenBook has reignited my love for storytelling and learning, one audio file at a time. Efficient audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is a revelation. ListenBook's intuitive layout and quick access to chapters make audiobook navigation a breeze.
Papa Smurf
This app is my audiobook haven. With a user-friendly interface and features like audio filters, I'm engrossed in stories like never before. 📖🔊 Controls are intuitive and user-friendly, making my audiobook experience seamless. Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have! Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Pinup Diva
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. 📱 An app that truly understands audiobook enthusiasts – it's all about functionality, and this app nails it! 📚💡 ListenBook's integration with AirDrop and sharing options makes it simple to spread the joy of storytelling. ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's an essential tool that enhances every listening session. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook.
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