Book description
"A preeminent expert sheds light on how to handle the daily hassles of life. It's not just a manual for managing stress--it's a toolkit for preventing it." --Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again From world-renowned psychologist and New York Times-bestselling author Dr. Elissa Epel, a simple yet powerful plan to turn your stress into your strength in just seven days We can't avoid stress. But we can embrace it and transform it. Whether we're facing deadlines, difficulties with family or friends, personal crises, or just the uncertainty of the world--stress is the ocean we swim in. Even our negative thoughts can trigger our body's stress response so we rarely experience periods of ease and deep restoration. In The Stress Prescription, Dr. Epel distills decades of research, infused with wisdom, into a practical yet transformative seven-day plan of science-based techniques that can help you harness stress through more positive challenge and purpose. The seven-day prescription will lead you through these exercises: Day 1: Things Will Go Wrong . . . And That's All RightDay 2: Control What You Can . . . And Put Down the RestDay 3: Be the LionDay 4: Train for ResilienceDay 5: Let Nature Do the WorkDay 6: Don't Just Relax . . . RestoreDay 7: Start Full, End Full Dr. Epel shows us how we can "stress better"--by training our minds and bodies to shift towards a flexible, beneficial stress response that can actually enhance health. You will develop a more robust mindset, build the resources you need to turn stress into strength, and fill your days with more joy, connection, and ease.
Minty Devil
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Blackfire
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Abyss Tamer
ListenBook has made managing and enjoying audiobooks, lectures, and speeches effortless and enjoyable. ListenBook's library organization and book groups make managing my collection effortless. ListenBook has given me the gift of time β turning daily tasks into moments of inspiration. πΆββοΈπ§ Strolling through captivating narratives while I take my daily walks β pure bliss! ποΈπ
White Snare
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LoreLoomer
This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. Audiobooks on this app have made my daily walks a time of reflection and inspiration. This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I go. Simplifying my audiobook experience β this app's design is a game-changer. Iβve tried many audiobook players, and this one is by far the best.
Trigger Warming
This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. β° Starting my mornings with inspiration β audiobooks make waking up a joyous literary experience! βοΈπ§ Automatic metadata retrieval adds a professional touch to my audiobook collection.
Frosty
ListenBook's audio filters are a fantastic addition, enhancing the sound quality of my audio files. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual growth and personal enjoyment. The appβs design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player. ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Third Moon
ListenBook's audio filters are a fantastic addition, enhancing the sound quality of my audio files. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading a part of my busy life. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks, and this one stands out for its professional quality. The narrator struck the ideal balance between dramatic interpretation and letting the text speak for itself. The audio engineering was superb with consistent volume levels and crystal-clear recording.
Arsenic Coo
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. πΌ Workday blues? Not anymore β this app turns my office hours into reading time! π»π I love the ability to customize the skip buttons. Itβs so convenient.
TulipCake
The intuitive interface and seamless navigation make this app a joy to use. This app has made my road trips and flights infinitely more enjoyable. I'm hooked on this app's effortless integration with my daily activities. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch.
Darkside Isis
With this app, every moment is an opportunity to dive into a new story. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent audiobook experience is evident in its smooth and silky playback. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide range of audio formats ensures that no audiobook is off-limits. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool. Easy chapter access and smooth playback. Love this app!
Vermilion
The app's features, like the sleep timer, make it clear that it's designed with readers in mind. This app is a game-changer for anyone who's always on the go β it's like carrying a library in my pocket. ππ On-the-go listening has never been smoother β this app's functionality keeps me engaged during long commutes. ππ Looping playback is my favorite study tool. It's a game-changer for mastering challenging content. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool.
SmartieQuest
The narrators have a way of bringing characters to life β it's a unique experience. I can't imagine my audiobook routine without ListenBook's intuitive and user-friendly design. With this app, audiobook listening has become a convenient and enjoyable part of my everyday life. Automated metadata extraction is a time-saver. My library is so organized now.
JK Friend
This app is my secret weapon for making the most of my free time. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories. Love how I can adjust playback speed and audio volume. ListenBook caters to all my needs. ListenBookβs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Easy Sweep
With ListenBook, I can now listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. Audiobooks have never been this accessible and enjoyable. This app's compatibility with various formats and its emphasis on user experience have made it an essential tool for me. π±π Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Danger Menace
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a detail-oriented touch I truly appreciate. ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps.
Moon Laser
I can't stop raving about this app β it's like having a personal library in my pocket. Audiobooks have become a source of inspiration and motivation, thanks to this app. πΆ Music? Nah, I prefer immersing myself in captivating stories with this app! πΆπ ListenBook has changed the way I listen to audiobooks. The app is so easy to use.
Alley Fiend
Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful. ListenBook has completely changed how I enjoy audiobooks. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate. Five stars!
Kingfisher
The ListenBook app has transformed my device into a treasure trove of knowledge and entertainment. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to introduce others to the joys of audiobook storytelling. Noise reduction and voice tone adjustment enhance the listening experience significantly.
Alias Stick
The app's recommendations are surprisingly accurate β it's like they know my taste perfectly! I'm thrilled that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features to cater to all types of users. The speed adjustment feature is my secret weapon for studying complex materials. Quick access to chapters and controls makes ListenBook a joy to use. It's a seamless experience. I've recommended ListenBook to all my fellow bookworms. It's a true companion for audiobook lovers.
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