Book description
Join thousands of readers and learn about a powerful antidote to today's epidemic of burnout---and a path to achieving success with deeper satisfaction--from the bestselling author of Peak Performance "A thoughtful, actionable book for pursuing more excellence with less angst." --Adam Grant, author of Think Again Playing into the always-on, never enough hustle culture ultimately takes a serious toll. While the high of occasional wins can keep you going for a while, angst, restlessness, frayed relationships, exhaustion, and even substance abuse can be the unwanted side effects of an obsession with outward performance. In The Practice of Groundedness, bestselling author Brad Stulberg offers a path for which peak performance and well-being and fulfillment can emerge and prevail for a lifetime. At the heart of this model is groundedness--a practice that values presence over rote productivity, accepts that progress is nonlinear, and prioritizes long-term values and fulfillment over short-term gain. To be grounded is to possess a firm and unwavering foundation, an internal strength and self-confidence that sustains you through ups and downs and from which deep and enduring success can be found. Groundedness does not eliminate ambition and striving; rather, it situates these qualities and channels them in more meaningful ways. Interweaving case studies, modern science, and time-honored lessons from ancient wisdom traditions such as Buddhism, Stoicism, and Taoism, Stulberg teaches readers how to cultivate the habits and practices of a more grounded life. Readers will learn: Why patience is the key to getting where you want to go faster--in work and life--and how to develop it, pushing back against the culture's misguided obsession with speed and "hacks."How to utilize the lens of the wise observer in order to overcome delusion and resistance to clearly see and accept where you are--which is the key to more effectively getting where you want to goWhy embracing vulnerability is the key to genuine strength and confidenceThe critical importance of "deep community," or cultivating a sense of belonging and connection to people, places, and causes. Provocative and practical, The Practice of Groundedness is the necessary corrective to the frenetic pace and endemic burnout resulting from contemporary definitions of success. It offers a new--and better--way.
Lilac Lizard
This app's ease of use has made reading a seamless part of my daily routine. Audiobook immersion without complications β this app's ease of use is commendable. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content.
Washer
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Voodoo Cyclone
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Bad Badminton
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Toxic-oxide
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LocKz
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Fresh Peper
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Keystone
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Lucifurious
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Lounge Master
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Guillotine Trigger
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Mud Eye
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Cowboy Booter
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Shimmy Shammy
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Mr. Alien
I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. The narrators on this app are truly talented β they bring characters to life. ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful.
Unleashed
The selection of classics is a treasure trove for literature enthusiasts. ListenBook has made listening to audiobooks, lectures, and speeches an absolute pleasure. My long walks have turned into exciting adventures with this app. Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening.
Purity Catnip
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Dr. WMD
This app has enriched my daily routine and added a touch of intellectual stimulation. Adjusting the narrator's voice tone is a creative feature that adds a personal touch to the experience.
Pink Nightmare
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Midnight Bat
Hands down, the best audiobook collection I've ever come across. It has everything I want to listen to. This app's compatibility with different file types means that my entire audiobook collection is at my fingertips. I'm amazed at how this app has made my daily activities more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating.
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