Book description
Don Ryan lost three family members to suicide beginning with his father in 1989, when Ryan was a college senior, his cousin Vinny in 2013, and his youngest brother, Brendan, in 2022. In The Secret Struggle, Ryan pairs his personal experience of loss with the professional insights he's gained across three decades of work in clinical treatment settings and on violence reduction initiatives. The result is a deeply felt guide for those who are left to survive the aftermath of their loved one's suicide.Ryan takes the reader through his own emotional journey of guilt, shame, self-doubt, confusion, anger, sadness, and finally, acceptance, while normalizing the grieving process and challenging societal stigmas toward mental health support and suicide, especially as those stigmas pertain to men, a demographic that comprises 80 percent of all completed suicides. He covers common coping mechanisms used by survivors, as well as niche topics like holidays and anniversaries, identifying PTSD in suicide survivors, and the myriad ways you can honor and remember your loved one beyond their final moments. Most of all, through personal stories and dedicated research, Ryan reminds the reader that healing is not only possible, but probable, and that they are not alone.
Armed Hawk
Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. Great for listening to lectures and educational content. Very useful! The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
InsightInkwell
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. With ListenBook, I've found a way to make the most of my free time while indulging in my love for audiobooks. ListenBook has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures through stories. 🧘♂️ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks – mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. 🧘♂️🎧
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Trash Master
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Wheels
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Cupid Dust
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Star Scratch
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LuminaLore
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. This app has made multitasking a breeze – I can 'read' while I work! I can't get enough of the app's sleek interface and intuitive controls. It's a joy to use! Listening stats motivate me to read more. Great feature!
Good-lookin’
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Bookmarks are a must-have for any audiobook lover. They help me stay organized and engaged. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed.
Viceswerve
ListenBook’s playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches. ListenBook is a game-changer for audiobook lovers. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! This audiobook was a fantastic listen! The narrator's voice was clear and engaging, making it easy to follow along. The pacing was just right—not too fast, not too slow. Perfect for long commutes or relaxing at home. Highly recommend!
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Chameleon
The audio filters on ListenBook enhance the sound quality, making every listening session a treat for my ears. ListenBook's commitment to user experience shines through its thoughtful design and seamless functionality.
Miss Fix It
I can't thank the developers enough for constantly updating and improving the app. The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. I'm addicted to this app's seamless integration with my daily routines and activities. ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If you’re looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
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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