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.
Santa's Little Helper
The adjustable playback speed is a secret weapon for getting through educational content faster. Quick access to chapters and smooth playback. Excellent app! Listened to this on a road trip and it made the hours fly by. Even my passengers who weren't following along commented on how nice the narrator's voice was.
Flash
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Trick Baron
I'm discovering books I wouldn't have considered before, and my reading horizons are expanding. I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. I love the ability to change the background color. It’s a nice touch.
Hyper
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Dark Matter
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Old Felix
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Dr. Jam Man
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Midas
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Skull Crusher
ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks a seamless and delightful experience. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. ListenBook has made managing my audiobook collection a breeze. Library organization is top-notch. ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket.
The Beekeeper
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Achilles Mountain
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Jungle King
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Arsenic Coo
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Snapdragon
I'm hooked on this app's sleek design and seamless performance – it's a must-have for any reader. Streamlining audiobook enjoyment – this app's functionality is truly impressive. Audiobook adventures simplified – this app's functionality is a revelation. The playback speed adjustment is a game-changer for busy individuals. Time saver! ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic.
3P-own
I've rediscovered the joy of reading through the convenience of audiobooks. 🚶♀️📖 Walking my way through exciting narratives – this app makes exercise more fun! 🏞️🎧 🌟 Elevating everyday moments – this app adds an extra layer of magic to every aspect of my day. 📚✨ Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to introduce them to captivating stories.
Rando Tank
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Casanova
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Hemingway Mirmillone
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Bit Sentinel
The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. 🔥 Audiobook enjoyment at the tap of a finger – this app's functionality is a testament to modern convenience. 📱📖 Library organization and book groups make managing my audiobook collection a breeze. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
Serendipity
The family subscription option is a money-saver – everyone gets to enjoy their favorite books. Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
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