Book description
From Tricia Hersey, the celebrated founder of the Nap Ministry and author of the New York Times bestseller Rest Is Resistance, this deck of 50 powerful rest practices helps you embrace rest as a form of radical communal care and personal liberation. "This is about more than naps. Rest is anything that allows you to connect your body with your mind." The Nap Ministry's Rest Deck is a rousing call to reclaim rest in everyday life. Delivered in a stunning package with gold accents and gorgeous artwork throughout, the deck combines restorative meditations with prescient wisdom from celebrated activist and teaching artist Tricia Hersey, a.k.a. "the Nap Bishop," and founder of the Nap Ministry. Readers will discover 50 inspiring cards, each with an empowering affirmation and a simple practice to encourage rest, care, and imagination. Rooted in social justice and imbued with spirituality, these cards offer short, accessible practices designed to uplift anyone suffering from the toxic effects of grind culture. CELEBRATED AUTHOR: Tricia Hersey, a.k.a. "the Nap Bishop," is the founder of the Nap Ministry and the bestselling author of Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto. Her work as a social justice activist, artist, and thought leader has been featured by the New York Times, NPR, The Cut, and the Atlantic, among many others. In this deck, she distills her profound and celebrated teachings into 50 accessible practices. TOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE: Brimming with practices to empower personal liberation as a step toward building a healthier, more just world, this deck offers readers a new way to engage with social justice and invites a wide audience to embrace the power of rest as an essential balm for our collective exhaustion. BEAUTIFUL TO GIFT AND DISPLAY: This bold, eye-catching package with colorful illustrations and gold accents is a beautiful and meaningful gift for friends, activists, and anyone feeling overwhelmed and exhausted by the demands of grind culture. A powerful new tool for social justice activists Great gift or self-purchase for socially engaged millennials and Gen-Zers For anyone seeking mindful affirmation cards to aid their healing practice Perfect for fans of the Nap Ministry, Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto, Layla Saad, Adrienne Maree Brown, Chani Nicholas, and Alex Elle For readers of Me and White Supremacy, I'm Still Here, and How to Do Nothing
Pocket Mazda
With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. π Who needs a dull commute when you can embark on literary journeys with this app? ππ Auto-rewind feature is extremely helpful. Great functionality.
Bootleg Taximan
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Father Abbot
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CirrusFlash
I'm rediscovering my love for literature through this app β it's revitalizing. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Little Cobra
ListenBook's integration of artwork and metadata adds a visually appealing touch to my library. π Turning my phone into a portal of stories β this app's ease of use is remarkable! π±π« CUE playlist support is a brilliant feature that allows me to create customized listening experiences for different moods, activities, and moments of the day. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
Freesia
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. This app has made me realize that there's always time for a good book. π‘ Embracing audiobooks while tidying up the house β it's like having a helper! π π Finally, an app that supports all my audiobook formats! ListenBook is a game-changer.
Bad Princess
This app has become my go-to for audiobooks, adding a layer of convenience and enjoyment to my days. Adjustable playback speed and volume control are top-notch.
Green Ghost
ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. Navigating through chapters is a breeze. I can easily jump to the parts I want to listen to. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Pixy Mox
The app's customization options allow me to tailor the listening experience to my liking. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique and fun feature. I can customize the narration to my liking.
Combo Saw
I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. ListenBook has transformed how I enjoy audiobooks. It's an indispensable part of my routine. The chapter navigation is a lifesaver. It makes finding my place so easy.
MysticMingle
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. Audiobooks have never been this immersive β this app transports me to different worlds. ListenBook's intuitive design and thoughtful features have made my audiobook experience delightful. 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.
Roadblock
ListenBook's dedication to user convenience is evident in the drag-and-drop download feature from web browsers. The app is very easy to use. ListenBook makes managing my audiobook library simple.
Subzero Taffy
I'm amazed at how this app seamlessly integrates with my daily routine. ListenBook's intuitive controls and beautiful layout make my audiobook experience a delightful one. ListenBook's support for a variety of audio formats ensures that I can access my content without any limitations. πΆ Forget background music, I've got enchanting stories to accompany my chores! π΅π The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Feral Filly
With this app, I've discovered a new way to make my daily routines more enriching and rewarding. π Bedtime stories for adults? Yes, please! This app is a dream come true. ππ Looping playback is a fantastic study tool. It helps me focus and retain information effectively. Adjustable playback speed is a fantastic feature. It allows me to customize my listening experience. I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. Itβs so convenient.
Chapstick
π©βπ³ Turning cooking sessions into culinary adventures, complete with intriguing tales! π³π§ Library organization is brilliant. No more cluttered audiobook collection. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Wooden Man
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Tall Sally
Seamless audiobook integration β this app's design is a true delight. Say hello to audiobook nirvana! This app's user-friendly design and comprehensive features have made my reading routine smoother than ever. ππ ListenBookβs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality. A functional audiobook. It kept me entertained, but I wasnβt blown away. The narratorβs performance was competent, though some emotional scenes fell a bit flat.
NoiseFire
ListenBook's innovation, seamless playback, and versatile features make it a standout app. πΌ Making every minute count β this app's ease of use ensures I'm always making progress in my audiobook adventures. π±π ListenBook is my constant companion during workouts. The controls are so easy to use. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark featureβit saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
WonderWords
This app has completely transformed my commute β I look forward to it now! ListenBook's dedication to delivering an exceptional experience is evident in every detail. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. This app is a time-saver β I can 'read' even when I'm on the move.
Lord Nikon
Book Groups on ListenBook make it easy to categorize and access my audiobooks. ListenBook's seamless audio player has turned my listening sessions into moments of pure delight. No more fussing with synchronization β this app just gets it done!
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