Book description
From the bestselling author of We Are the Luckiest and founder of the international recovery community The Luckiest Club comes a modern exploration of addiction that offers nine foundational building blocks that anyone at any stage of sobriety can use. No matter how far astray you've gone or how many times you've tried and failed before, as long as you're still sitting here, breathing, and reading these words, freedom and joy are still possible. When Laura McKowen was two years sober, she received an email from a woman whose sister was struggling with alcohol addiction. McKowen had barely climbed out from the dark place the woman's sister was in, but she made a list of the things she most needed to hear when she was deep in her own battle. 1. It is not your fault. 2. It is your responsibility.3. It is unfair that this is your thing.4. This is your thing.5. This will never stop being your thing until you face it.6. You cannot do it alone.7. Only you can do it.8. You are loved.9. We will never stop reminding you of these things. In Push Off from Here, McKowen delves deeply into each of her nine points: what they mean, how they work, and how every person can live them. She addresses topics such as the correlation between trauma and addiction, the importance of radical honesty, letting go of the illusion of control, the value of community, a reminder that healing is a continual process, and that the process is a gift. Whether you're just starting out or have been sober for decades, McKowen instructs us to be kind to ourselves: Change is messy and progress is rarely linear, but we can always push off from here. The stories and advice McKowen shares are specific to alcohol addiction, but the tenets are universal in their application and useful no matter what challenge you face. With profound honesty and boundless compassion, Push Off from Here provides an actionable framework for healing what pains us and proves that a life of sobriety can be synonymous with a life of magic, peace, and freedom.
Zero Charisma
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Voluntary
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Indigo Red
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Senior Smurf
ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook lovers. The auto-rewind feature ensures I never miss a word. ListenBook's auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that ensures I never miss a single word. ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks a breeze. The smooth playback and intuitive interface are unmatched. This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
Trash Sling
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Zorkle Sporkle
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Bliss
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BuzzMouse
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Video Game Heroine
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Pearl Girl
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Junkyard Dog
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Pogue
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GiddeeUP
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Dream Killer
Audiobooks have become my companions during long hours of household chores. ListenBook has brought stories back into my life, making every moment a new adventure. ๐๐ Embarking on literary journeys even with my eyes closed โ bedtime stories have taken a new form with this app! ๐ด๐ง CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a bonding experience made easy through AirDrop and sharing options.
Amphibi-Dangerous
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BlackExcalibur
This app has transformed my daily routine into moments of literary delight. The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it!
Knuckles
Finally, an app that values usability โ navigating and listening is a breeze! Audiobook enjoyment without the hassle โ this app's design is a win. ListenBook has made my daily commutes enjoyable. No more boredom! Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is impressive. My recordings sound crystal clear.
Moon Peaches
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with maximum comfort and convenience. ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. Effortless audiobook management โ this app's usability is a winner. CUE playlist support is a fantastic organizational feature. It keeps my audiobooks neatly arranged.
Good-lookinโ
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a social audiophile's dream. I'm blown away by ListenBook's ability to maintain audio quality even for formats like FLAC and AWB. Makes listening to audiobooks so easy and enjoyable. Thank you, ListenBook!
Pink Nightmare
Thanks to ListenBook, downloading audiobooks from various sources has become effortless. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience.
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