Book description
Self-talk matters, but what methods of building healthy self-talk actually work? This how-to guide shares evidence-based techniques to go from being your own worst critic to your own best friend. Perhaps you want to be nicer to yourself but don't really know how to get there. Or maybe you're someone who assumes self-criticism is a permanent part of your personality. Rest assured you're not alone--millions of people struggle with the toll that excessive self-criticism takes on their minds, energy levels, jobs, and relationships. And problems with self-talk vary dramatically from one person to the next: they can appear as mild but persistent inner criticism, full-blown self-loathing, or the pain of internalized oppression or abuse. After over twenty years of working with individuals, groups, and classes on self-criticism and related challenges, psychologist and mindfulness teacher Dr. Rachel Goldsmith Turow offers the "self-talk workout"--six doable exercises that can help you replace self-criticism with self-kindness and self-encouragement. Specific self-talk strategies such as "Spot the success," "Fail forward," and "Allowing all feelings, skillfully," require just a few minutes a day. These skills can be practiced individually to transform your self-talk, or you can choose to combine two or more exercises to enhance your self-talk workout. Each chapter features a core exercise, variations on the strategy that might feel right for you, scientific studies supporting each approach, and success stories to inspire your own practice. Turow includes examples from her own life and experiences as a psychotherapist, as well as lessons from her students and respected public figures such as Michelle Obama and Thich Nhat Hanh, to show that the burden of harsh self-criticism need not go on forever: the way that we relate to ourselves can be changed.
Houston
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Cooger
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StormCake
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Spunky Sphinx
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Hairpin
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Stud
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Uncle Buddy
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Freaky Ratbuster
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Kickstart
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Divine Bramble
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Night Train
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Pexxious
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Mad Irishman
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Bowler
Mood-based playlists help me choose books that suit my current state of mind. ListenBook's support for various formats ensures that no audiobook is out of reach. I love the ability to change the playback speed. It’s perfect for my needs.
Dark Matter
I've found hidden gems in genres I never thought I'd be interested in. I'm addicted to this app – it's a non-stop journey through captivating tales. Bookmarks are a fantastic organizational tool. They help me keep track of important moments in my audiobooks.
Palomino
This app has enriched my daily routine with the joy of stories and knowledge. With ListenBook, downloading audiobooks has become hassle-free, thanks to the various download options. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book. 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 feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Cool Law Topping
I can't imagine my life without this app – it's my daily dose of literary magic. User-friendly audiobook experience – this app's design is a standout. The app's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch makes it a true companion for all occasions. 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 feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Hyper
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Celtic Charger
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Burst Nibbler
No more carrying heavy books – this app has transformed my reading habits. Audiobook multitasking simplified – this app's ease of use is a true asset. Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. 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.
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