Book description
Your Life Calling - An Audiobook Review
When the world's most trusted broadcaster, Jane Pauley, turns her seasoned ears toward mid-life reinvention, the result is an audiobook that feels like a conversation with a wise friend. From the moment "Your Life Calling" opens, you're greeted by Pauley's warm, conversational voice-perfect for long drives or quiet evenings. Her narration doesn't just recite facts; it invites listeners into stories that resonate on a personal level.
Pauley is not a conventional self-help guru; she's a storyteller. Each chapter unfolds through real people who have redefined what it means to be 50 and beyond. You'll hear Betsy McCarthy trade her executive briefcase for knitting needles, Gid Pool jump into stand-up comedy, or Trudy Lundgren take the road in an RV. The diversity of these narratives-spanning from a National Guard chaplain to a Brooklyn pizzeria owner-demonstrates that reinvention can come from any corner of life.
The audiobook's pacing is deliberate yet engaging. Pauley weaves humor with hard-earned wisdom, echoing Tom Brokaw's description of her as "America's baby boomer." Her tone balances encouragement with realism; she acknowledges the anxiety that often shadows change while celebrating the vitality research finds in those over 50.
What makes this audiobook stand out is its practical yet gentle guidance. Rather than prescribing a one-size-fits-all plan, Pauley offers a framework: question your passions, embrace curiosity, and let curiosity lead you to unexpected joys. Michael J. Fox's praise-calling her a "wonderful guide" who opens doors to new places-captures the essence of this journey.
Listening to Your Life Calling feels less like passive consumption and more like an active dialogue. Pauley's voice is comforting, her anecdotes vivid, and her insights actionable. Whether you're contemplating a career shift, seeking a new hobby, or simply curious about what life after fifty can look like, this audiobook offers both inspiration and a roadmap.
In sum, Jane Pauley's Your Life Calling is more than an inspirational guide; it's a companion for anyone willing to explore the possibilities that await beyond mid-life. The audiobook format amplifies its strengths-turning each story into an intimate experience that encourages listeners to ask themselves: "What will I do with my supersized life?"
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StarStrider
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Eerie Mizzen
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Frosty
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Coma Stalk
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RedFeet
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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