Book description
A powerful antidote to deadline dread, time guilt, and chronic rushing—from the New York Times bestselling author of The $100 StartupIn a world obsessed with squeezing the most out of every moment, the fear of falling behind can trap us in a paralyzing stress cycle. Incomplete to-do lists, unanswered emails, and unmet life goals haunt our thoughts, leaving us overstimulated and exhausted. In Time Anxiety, Chris Guillebeau, author of the popular newsletter A Year of Mental Health, reveals that this pervasive sense of time scarcity stems not from a lack of hours in the day but from unrealistic expectations and misaligned priorities. Weaving together eye-opening research on time perception, executive functioning challenges, and the psychological roots of avoidance, he offers a bold path for redefining our relationship with the clock. The first step is to build a tolerance for incomplete to-do lists and the inevitability of disappointing people, abandoning the goal of \
About the Author
Chris Guillebeau is the New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup, Side Hustle, and The Happiness of Pursuit, which have sold over one million copies worldwide. During a lifetime of self-employment that included a four-year commitment as a volunteer executive in West Africa, he visited every country in the world (193 in total) before his thirty-fifth birthday.
Mule Skinner
With this app, my audiobook library is organized and accessible, making my reading journey effortless. This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook.
GoldTouch
This app's convenience has turned my exercise sessions into enlightening moments. Discovering new worlds through audiobooks has never been easier! This app's intuitive interface and seamless functionality make every listening session a delight. ๐๐ง ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks! Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied. ListenBookโs playback is silky-smooth. The app never glitches.
Loot
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in stories with this app.
Cujo
The app's stability and reliability make it my go-to choice for audiobooks. The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. Gone are the days of waiting for the right time to read โ this app is always ready. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing. The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time.
Tin Fox
I'm rediscovering my favorite classics in a whole new way โ through audiobooks! Frequent updates ensure there's always something new and exciting to listen to. Configurable auto-rewind is genius. No more confusion when I pause and resume.
Toy Peep
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Speedwell
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook is a fun feature that adds a unique touch to my audiobook experience. This app's convenience has turned me into an avid audiobook listener. CUE playlist support is a rare gem. Perfect for organizing content efficiently. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Delicious Wing
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a unique feature that adds a personal touch to my listening. ๐ถ๐ Setting the mood with stories instead of songs โ this app is my go-to playlist! ๐ง๐ Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my library look organized and professional. I love how I can adjust the skip intervals. Itโs perfect for my listening style.
Lucky Brandy
I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. ListenBook's loop and shuffle playback features add versatility to my audiobook listening experience.
Miss Nova
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Flakes
ListenBook's sleek interface and precise controls make it a joy to use during my daily listening sessions. ListenBook has elevated my audiobook enjoyment to a whole new level โ it's a must-have for any audio enthusiast. This app has transformed my daily walks into insightful journeys of knowledge โ talk about efficiency! ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver! The app is very user-friendly. ListenBook makes listening to audiobooks a breeze.
Bambi Benz
ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. ๐๏ธ This app's user-friendly interface has transformed my daily walks into immersive storytelling sessions. Kudos to the developers! ๐ถโโ๏ธ๐ Audiobook immersion without complications โ this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureโitโs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Minty Devil
Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can acquire new content in a way that suits me best. The statistics feature is a fantastic addition โ knowing how much time I spend on audiobooks is eye-opening, and ListenBook makes tracking it a breeze. ListenBookโs playback is smooth and reliable. I never have issues with audio quality.
Undergrad
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature elevates my listening experience, allowing me to focus on the content.
Gold Bentley
ListenBook has taken my listening pleasure to new heights โ it's a true audio marvel. Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces โ this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. ๐ฑ๐
Suicide Jockey
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JesterZilla
Noise reduction in ListenBook Pro ensures crystal-clear playback even in noisy environments. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It eliminates distractions and enhances the clarity of recordings, resulting in a more immersive experience. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch. Adjusting the tone of the voice is a unique feature that adds a personalized touch to the listening experience. The app supports a wide range of formats. ListenBook is very versatile.
RDTN
Audiobook multitasking simplified โ this app's functionality is truly commendable. Great app for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook supports a wide range of formats.
London Fox
Finally, an app that understands the power of CUE playlists. Perfect for organizing. ListenBook has become my ultimate audiobook companion. It enhances every listening session.
Guillotine
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay has made my drives more informative. I can't imagine a day without this app โ it has made my audiobook journey effortless and rewarding. ListenBook has transformed my daily commute. I look forward to my journeys with this app by my side.
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