Book description
A genetics expert and professor challenges our understanding of intelligence, explaining what it truly means to be "smart," why conventional assessments are misleading, and what everyone can do to optimize their potential.Growing up in middle-class suburban Los Angeles in the 1980s, Rina Bliss saw intelligence as her ticket out. Like height and stature, intelligence was said to run in families. The prevailing idea was that mental capacity was determined by our DNA and could be measured; a simple IQ test could predict a child's future.Yet, once Dr. Bliss looked closer, first as a student, then as a scientist, and later as a mom of identical twins who share a genome, she began to challenge conventional wisdom about innate intelligence. In Rethinking Intelligence, she shares her findings, drawing on cutting-edge scientific research to offer a new model for how we understand, define, and assess intelligence, using a measurement that is far more flexible and expansive.Intelligence has little to do with standardized test results or other conventional measures of intellect, Dr. Bliss argues. Intelligence is a process, a journey defined by change that cannot be scored or taken away. Intelligence is influenced by our surroundings in ways that are often overlooked--more than Baby Mozart or flash cards or superfoods, factors like stress, connection, and play actually sculpt young minds.In Rethinking Intelligence, Dr. Bliss shares insights from the burgeoning science of epigenetics to help us harness our environments to empower our minds. If we truly want to nurture potential, we must eliminate toxic stress so that our genes can work optimally, in harmony with our environment. Dr. Bliss offers successful strategies we can use as individuals and a society, including embracing a growth mindset, prioritizing connection, becoming more mindful, and reforming systemic issues--poverty, racism, the lack of quality early childhood education--that have a negative and lasting neurobiological impact.Joining acclaimed works by Carol Dweck, Amy Cuddy, and James Clear, Rethinking Intelligence reframes human behavior and intellect, offering a new perspective for understanding ourselves and our children, and the practical tools necessary to thrive.
Petite Flurry
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RightN0w2
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Devine Melon
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Dez North
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. No need to convert files anymore β ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me! Audiobooks have become my constant companions, and this app's seamless functionality and broad compatibility ensure every story is a captivating ride. ππ§ ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments.
QuestWeaver
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Indestructible Potato
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Spider Fuji
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Pluto
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Y0dler
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Mud Eye
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Emerald Goddess
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Cardinal Rebel
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Mallow Man
I love how ListenBook caters to various formats, making it versatile and accommodating for all my audiobooks. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. I can't get enough of this app β it's a true game-changer for book lovers. π Transforming my mundane routine into a captivating journey β thank you, this app! β¨π I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itβs perfect for my needs.
StorySculptor
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one app. ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
THRESHmSTR
π Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. π§β¨ ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in! ListenBookβs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Twin Blaze
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Blade
With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. Audiobook excellence simplified β this app's functionality is a true delight. I love the quick access to settings. It makes tweaking the app so easy.
MeeP
The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. Finally, an app that values usability β navigating and listening is a breeze! 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.
Swampmasher
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one convenient app. ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions. I'm amazed at this app's ability to transport me to different worlds through stories. With this app, reading is no longer a task β it's a delightful habit. The ability to adjust the tone of the narrator's voice is a creative touch that adds depth to my listening.
White Dragon
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I can always find what I'm looking for. πΆπ My new soundtrack? Audiobooks, of course! This app makes every day musical. π§πΆ I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
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