Book description
New York Times Bestseller What makes for a happy life, a fulfilling life? A good life? According to the directors of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, the longest scientific study of happiness ever conducted, the answer to these questions may be closer than you realize. What makes a life fulfilling and meaningful? The simple but surprising answer is: relationships. The stronger our relationships, the more likely we are to live happy, satisfying, and overall healthier lives. In fact, the Harvard Study of Adult Development reveals that the strength of our connections with others can predict the health of both our bodies and our brains as we go through life. The invaluable insights in this book emerge from the revealing personal stories of hundreds of participants in the Harvard Study as they were followed year after year for their entire adult lives, and this wisdom is bolstered by research findings from this and many other studies. Relationships in all their forms--friendships, romantic partnerships, families, coworkers, tennis partners, book club members, Bible study groups--all contribute to a happier, healthier life. And as The Good Life shows us, it's never too late to strengthen the relationships you have, and never too late to build new ones. Dr. Waldinger's TED Talk about the Harvard Study, "What Makes a Good Life," has been viewed more than 42 million times and is one of the ten most-watched TED talks ever. The Good Life has been praised by bestselling authors Jay Shetty ("Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz lead us on an empowering quest towards our greatest need: meaningful human connection"), Angela Duckworth ("In a crowded field of life advice and even life advice based on scientific research, Schulz and Waldinger stand apart"), and happiness expert Laurie Santos ("Waldinger and Schulz are world experts on the counterintuitive things that make life meaningful"). With warmth, wisdom, and compelling life stories, The Good Life shows us how we can make our lives happier and more meaningful through our connections to others.
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Microwave
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Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. ListenBook has rekindled my love for audiobooks. The app's interface is beautiful and user-friendly. ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
New York Sixlet
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The diverse selection of audiobooks has made me fall in love with storytelling all over again. With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. ListenBook's library organization and book groups have made managing my audiobooks a breeze. I love the car mode. It’s so convenient for listening while driving.
Natural Gold
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Murder Cherry
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I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. ListenBook's compatibility with various audio formats is impressive. From MP3 to FLAC, it handles them all flawlessly. Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. It's a treasure trove of knowledge.
Lounge Master
Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer. It enhances the audio quality and ensures that I can immerse myself fully in the content. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Psycho Thinker
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate – it's like they know my taste perfectly! This app's support for various formats ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks without any limitations. ListenBook's tone adjustment feature in the Pro version is a creative tool that adds a fun twist to my audiobook journey. This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
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This app has introduced me to authors I'd never heard of – now they're my favorites! Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life. Finally, an app that values usability – navigating and listening is a breeze! Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly.
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Dropkick
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I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into every nook and cranny of my day. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a fantastic feature. It adds a personal touch. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. Easy chapter access and smooth playback. Love this app! ListenBook’s interface is sleek and user-friendly. Finding and playing my audiobooks has never been easier.
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