Book description
Have you ever felt that exhausting pressure to be "good"-the quiet, constant self-editing, the selflessness, the careful performance to earn approval? Elise Loehnen's On Our Best Behaviour doesn't just name that pressure; it delivers a thunderclap of liberation. And hearing it narrated? It's electrifying.
This isn't a gentle suggestion-it's a manifesto delivered with razor-sharp clarity and fierce compassion. Loehnen, a journalist and podcast host, dissects the ancient, invisible rules women absorb, rules that keep us small, people-pleasing, and perpetually exhausted while patriarchal systems profit. She asks the radical question: What if we stopped trying to be "good"? The answer isn't about chaos-it's about reclaiming your authentic, unapologetic self.
The brilliance shines in the audiobook. Loehnen's voice is the perfect vessel-warm, urgent, utterly relatable, like a best friend who finally gets it and won't let you stay in the cage. You'll feel her conviction in every word, the energy that makes you lean in, the words hitting like a necessary wake-up call. As Jameela Jamil says, you'll finish it "energized and galvanized to take back my true fking freedom." That's the feeling. It's not theoretical; it's visceral.
The blurbs from luminaries like Lisa Taddeo ("a stunning, big and bold encyclopedia of how to live") and Gabor Maté ("a guide to liberation and a return to the authentic feminine self") aren't hyperbole-they're the truth. This book reframes everything. It's astute, radical, and utterly compelling, as Katherine May puts it. Loehnen doesn't just explain the problem; she maps the path out of it with wisdom that feels both ancient and urgently new.
You'll want to listen to it again immediately-then hand the audiobook to your best friend, exactly as Jennifer Aniston's blurb promises. Because this isn't just a book you read; it's a shared spark, a conversation starter, a key to unlocking a life lived not for approval, but for yourself. It's the sound of women finally stepping out of the shadows and into their full, vibrant power. Listen. Then, finally, breathe.
Storm Master
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Pocket Mazda
This app has reignited my love for literature and made it a part of my everyday life. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook consumption habits. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends.
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Slug-em-dog
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Snout Pixie
Bookmarking on ListenBook makes it easy to pick up where I left off – no more searching for my spot! The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
SprkR
The bookmarking feature ensures I never lose my place in a book – so convenient! This app has turned my household chores into moments of intellectual growth. This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. 📱📖 ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Hen Skittle
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QuantumQuill
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Miss Rum Punch
Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace.
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Judge
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Heavenly Connection
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Heavenly Connection
This app has brought stories to life in a way that traditional reading never could. The Looping playback and Shuffle features on ListenBook help me customize my listening sessions to my liking. Streamlining audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is truly impressive.
Bones
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge – talk about efficiency! Audiobooks made convenient – this app's functionality is impressive. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive! ListenBook’s interface is clean and intuitive. It’s a joy to use.
Phoenix Sparrow
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is fantastic.
Vortex
My child has also fallen in love with audiobooks, all thanks to the app's kid-friendly collection. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve found. The interface is clean and easy to use.
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Crumb Cake
With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere – it's a reader's dream come true. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
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Effortless audiobook exploration – this app's design is a reader's dream. User-centric audiobook joy – this app's ease of use is a true marvel. ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session. Noise reduction and tone changing are awesome features. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
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