Book description
"If you've been looking for something different to level up your health, fitness, and personal growth, this is it."--Melissa Urban, Whole30 CEO and New York Times bestselling author Discover the evolutionary mind and body benefits of living at the edges of your comfort zone and reconnecting with the wild. In many ways, we're more comfortable than ever before. But could our sheltered, temperature-controlled, overfed, underchallenged lives actually be the leading cause of many our most urgent physical and mental health issues? In this gripping investigation, award-winning journalist Michael Easter seeks out off-the-grid visionaries, disruptive genius researchers, and mind-body conditioning trailblazers who are unlocking the life-enhancing secrets of a counterintuitive solution: discomfort. Easter's journey to understand our evolutionary need to be challenged takes him to meet the NBA's top exercise scientist, who uses an ancient Japanese practice to build championship athletes; to the mystical country of Bhutan, where an Oxford economist and Buddhist leader are showing the world what death can teach us about happiness; to the outdoor lab of a young neuroscientist who's found that nature tests our physical and mental endurance in ways that expand creativity while taming burnout and anxiety; to the remote Alaskan backcountry on a demanding thirty-three-day hunting expedition to experience the rewilding secrets of one of the last rugged places on Earth; and more. Along the way, Easter uncovers a blueprint for leveraging the power of discomfort that will dramatically improve our health and happiness, and perhaps even help us understand what it means to be human. The Comfort Crisis is a bold call to break out of your comfort zone and explore the wild within yourself.
Crazy Rox
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Frosty Sunshine
The noise reduction feature on ListenBook Pro is a godsend for clear and comfortable listening. ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions! I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Bom Crossed
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Trip
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Sherm
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Muzish
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Bae
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Undergrad
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Wild Tesla
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Lightening Trip
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Whipsaw
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Mental Prophet
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Mr. Alien
ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Firedog
The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app. This app has become my ultimate travel companion, ensuring that I'm always entertained and inspired. Audiobook multitasking made simple β this app's design is a game-changer. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient.
Venom Petunia
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Bit Sentinel
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LerveDr
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. This app's versatility and convenience have transformed my screen time into a productive reading journey. Every moment is a chance to dive into a new adventure with this app. Its smart controls and comprehensive format support ensure that my audiobook journey is a seamless one. ππ§ The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient!
Hyper Kong
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Skirble
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SpellTansy
Listening to audiobooks has become my daily ritual for relaxation and escape. Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. ListenBook's user-friendly audio filters and controls have made my audiobook sessions more interactive and engaging. This app has made me realize that I don't need a lot of time to read. Finally, an app that respects my busy lifestyle. Whether I'm commuting or exercising, this app's smooth playback and smart controls keep me engaged. πββοΈπ§
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