Book description
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - The author of The Comfort Crisis asks: Are we hardwired to crave more? From food and stuff to information and influence, why can't we ever get enough? "Reveals the biological and evolutionary foundations behind your brain's fixations, so you can stop seeking and start living."--Melissa Urban, Whole30 CEO and author of The Book of Boundaries "Michael Easter's genius is that he puts data around the edges of what we intuitively believe. His work has inspired many to change their lives for the better."--Dr. Peter Attia, author of Outlive Michael Easter, author of The Comfort Crisis and one of the world's leading experts on behavior change, shows that the problem isn't you. The problem is your scarcity mindset, left over from our ancient ancestors. They had to constantly seek and consume to survive because vital survival tools like food, material goods, information, and power were scarce and hard to find. But with our modern ability to easily fulfill our ancient desire for more, our hardwired "scarcity brain" is now backfiring. And new technology and institutions--from dating and entertainment apps to our food and economic systems--are exploiting our scarcitybrain. They're bombarding us with subversive "scarcitycues," subtle triggers that lead us into low-reward cravings that hurt us in the long run. Scarcity cues can be direct and all-encompassing, like a sagging economy. Or they can be subtle and slight, like our neighbor buying a shiny new car. Easter traveled the world to consult with remarkable innovators and leading scientists who are finding surprising solutions for our scarcity brain. He discovered simple tactics that can move us towards an abundance mindset, cement healthy habits, and allow us to live our lives to the fullest and appreciate what we have, including how to: - Detect hidden scarcity cues to stop cravings before they start, from a brilliant slot machine designer in a Las Vegas casino laboratory- Turn alone time into the ultimate happiness hack, from artisanal coffee-making Benedictine monks- Reignite your exploration gene for a more exciting and fulfilling life, from an astronaut onboard the International Space Station- Reframe how we think about and fix addiction and bad habits, from Iraq's chief psychiatrist- Recognize when you have enough, from a woman who left a million-dollar career path to adventure the world Our world is overloaded with everything we're built to crave. The fix for scarcity brain isn't to blindly aim for less. It's to understand why we crave more in the first place, shake our worst habits, and use what we already have better. Then we can experience life in a new way--a more satisfying way.
DeathDancer
I've fallen in love with genres I never thought I'd explore, all thanks to this app. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection. High-quality playback even with complex formats like FLAC. Impressive!
Valley Guardian
This app's convenience has revolutionized the way I experience books. Navigating chapters is a breeze with ListenBook. It's a user-friendly and seamless experience. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night.
Mr. Wholesome
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Criss Cross
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Daisy Stick
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Uncle Buddy
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Lincoln Rider
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Voluntary
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Frosty
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Bombay Shivers
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Judge
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Tart Voodoo
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Gothic Gucci
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Grinch Cheese
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Bang Shift
ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. I can't stop raving about this app β it's like having a personal library in my pocket.
Sugar Man
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. This app has turned audiobook listening into a daily ritual for me. With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. ππ Falling asleep to audiobooks has never been easier β this app's soothing voices π΄π§
Predator
Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. This app's convenience has made my downtime more rewarding and enriching. Automatic metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is finally well-organized. Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it!
Renegade Slugger
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Poptart AK47
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its powerful features and seamless performance. Audiobooks have made waiting in lines and queues so much more bearable. π± Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go β this app is like a portable library in my pocket. ππ ListenBook's sleek layout and quick chapter access have made my audiobook journey incredibly enjoyable. Download options are abundant, from WiFi to iTunes. It's all about convenience with this app.
Clover Rabbit
ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's functionality is a triumph. ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length feature is fantastic.
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