Book description
Resilience enables us not only to survive adversity, but to be transformed by it. This book offers simple and proven strategies to develop resilience that will be of enormous benefit to anyone who is yearning to feel more peaceful and prepared. Coast Guard veteran, interfaith chaplain, and pastor Tracy Mehr-Muska shares the stories of her own struggles with self-esteem, sexual assault, and miscarriage that inspired her to research resilience and to enthusiastically reach this conclusion: resilience is not something that is inborn, but instead is a set of characteristics we can cultivate. Mehr-Muska brings these characteristics to life using inspirational secular and multifaith stories, as well as compelling scientific evidence. She ties each chapter together with an uplifting story of a personal friend that bravely and gracefully overcame obstacles and embodies each of these essential characteristics. Weathering the Storm also poses insightful questions for reflection and offers concrete strategies for implementation that can be used individually or in group contexts such as faith communities, families, and therapeutic relationships. Just as we practice fire drills before a fire happens, this book will help us be better equipped for the eventual storms of life so we can live with greater peace and preparedness. ""Weathering the Storm pulsates with hope without hint of smoothing over rough seas of human trauma and tragedy. With raw personal transparency and innovative attention to the resilience of her closest mates, former Coast Guard officer and current university chaplain Tracy Mehr-Muska coaxes us into believing in our capacity to endure. She reminds us again why we are alive. There is no simpler way to say it: your life will be richer for having read this brave and beautiful book."" --Robert C. Dykstra, Princeton Theological Seminary ""Mehr-Muska offers wise and accessible counsel to all of us who could use more resilience. Drawing from the life experience of a group of women she met in the Coast Guard, as well as her own years working in hospice and as a college chaplain, Mehr-Muska shows that resilience is not a magical attribute that only some have, but a set of skills that can be learned. A pleasure to read, this book is a deeply sensitive and insightful guide on how to meet life's challenges with clarity and courage."" --Victoria Pitts-Taylor, Wesleyan University ""Some people get stuck in a spiritual or political or personal traffic jam and start whining. Others start planning alternative routes. Still others make good use of the down time. Tracy's book helps you become a back roads, thoughtful, spirit-full, anywhere, any time kind of person."" --Donna Schaper, Judson Memorial Church Tracy W. Mehr-Muska, DMin, serves as a university chaplain at Wesleyan University. She is an ordained Presbyterian pastor, board-certified interfaith chaplain, Coast Guard veteran, wife, and mother. Her passion for learning about and teaching resilience has been inspired by the strong and spirited people she has served and worked alongside while in the military and while ministering in a trauma hospital, prison, psychiatric hospital, university, and hospice.
Wildcat Talent
π§ββοΈ Finding zen in the art of listening β this app takes mindfulness to a new level! π§ββοΈπ§ ListenBook has become my workout companion. It keeps me engaged and entertained during exercise. Auto-rewind is a brilliant feature. Never lose track of where I left off.
Lightening Trip
Kudos to ListenBook for the intuitive design and easy-to-use controls. It's evident that they've put a lot of thought into user experience. Adjusting the tone of the voice is an innovative feature that sets this app apart.
Fuzzy Claws
With ListenBook, I can immerse myself in captivating stories and enriching knowledge, all in one app. ListenBook's user-friendly design and compatibility with different formats have made it my go-to app. Streamlined audiobook integration β this app's usability is impressive. Looping playback of a single track helps me master difficult concepts. So helpful! ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible.
Pixie Soldier
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. πΆπ Tuning in to the symphony of stories β audiobooks are the soundtrack of my daily routines. π΅π π‘ Seamlessly weaving audiobooks into my daily routine β this app's functionality has redefined how I enjoy books. π±π ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily. ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history featureβitβs so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app!
Proper
π Long road trips? No problem β this app keeps me entertained mile after mile! ππ Iβm so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
IdeaAlchemy
β° Waking up to audiobooks β mornings have never been this magical and inspiring! βοΈπ§ Effortless audiobook exploration β this app's functionality is remarkable. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Fuzzy Logic Hottie
π Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. π§β¨ Gone are the days of fumbling with different formats β this app's comprehensive support ensures I can enjoy any audiobook without a hitch. ππ
Wild Tesla
This app's convenience has made reading a consistent part of my life. π± My secret to staying well-read β this app ensures that I'm never without a book, no matter where I am! ππ± ListenBookβs support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere. The app never crashes. Itβs reliable and stable. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Combo Saw
ListenBook's sleek design and intuitive controls make it my go-to app for audiobooks. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to spread the joy of captivating stories with friends. Elegant design and easy-to-use interface. Very happy with ListenBook. A perfectly acceptable audiobook that fulfilled its purpose. The narration was competent if not particularly memorable, and the production quality was standard for the genre. It served as decent background entertainment during mundane tasks.
Duchess
πͺ Doubling the impact of my workouts β exercising and exploring stories, all thanks to this app! πͺπ§ ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience.
NemesisX
I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app. With this app, I've turned my everyday moments into meaningful opportunities for growth and learning. π± An app that respects my time and delivers on functionality β audiobook listening has never been this effortless. ππ
Dez
The 'Explore' feature has introduced me to authors I might never have discovered otherwise. The app's ability to handle various audio formats is impressive. No more file conversions!
White Swan
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. π§ββοΈ Finding serenity through the soothing tones of audiobooks β mindfulness and stories in perfect harmony. π§ββοΈπ§
New Magoo
This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. Streamlining audiobook enjoyment β this app's functionality is truly impressive. The versatility of this app is mind-boggling. It's like a one-stop solution for audiobooks. No more converting files β this app effortlessly handles various formats, saving me time and effort. ListenBook has rekindled my passion for learning. I'm exploring new topics every day.
Snowflake Pixie
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips. The noise reduction feature is a game-changer for clearer dictaphone recordings.
Bowie
Thanks to ListenBook's extensive statistics, I can track my audiobook consumption and celebrate my progress. The chapters feature on ListenBook enhances my audiobook exploration β it's like flipping through pages. I love how this app turns even the dullest tasks into exciting storytelling moments. The adjustable playback speed is a revelation. It's like having a personal audiobook narrator at my pace. ListenBook has become my go-to audiobook app. It's dependable, user-friendly, and enhances every listening session.
Waylay Dave
πΌ Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background β love it! π»π§ Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly.
BloodEater
Integration with Apple CarPlay has made long road trips so much more enjoyable. Thanks to this app, I can enjoy the world of literature without missing a beat in my fast-paced life. ListenBook has revolutionized my audiobook enjoyment. It's an essential part of my daily routine. Bookmarks have become my study companion. I can easily revisit important passages in my audiobooks. Looping playback helps me retain knowledge from audiobooks effectively. It's an invaluable tool.
Raid Bucker
The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features.
Pigeon Woman
πͺ Doubling the impact of my workouts β exercising and exploring stories, all thanks to this app! πͺπ§ ListenBook has become my workout companion of choice. It keeps me motivated and entertained during exercise.
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