Self-Care

 

Reading deeply is my self-care

As an INFJ, deep-thinker, and classic reader... it was a challenge to only read for entertainment. I have recommitted to the true belief that reading great works of literature is profoundly insightful for figuring your way out in this world.I've been known for reading only classic literature and literary fiction under my under Coffee and Copyrights, and use Kindle and Coffee Cups sometimes too. I deleted that YouTube channel, am in the process of returning possibly.

I had a few seriously heavy life changes. Some I am not at liberty to talk about yet, due to the nature of my family member asking for privacy.

This led me to restructure my reading, minimize my life even more, and focus on reading for transformation. 

I adore and read classics, and nothing speaks more deeply into my soul than a well written literary fiction novel. 

I re-read some of the same novels over and over and sprinkle newer works along the side. I've taken to buying more physical books lately, and so long as I have shelf space I will continue to do so.

I see reading a deeply transformative self-care practice. No goodreads goal, no bragging, no competition- just loving to sink down into a story and meet my most vulnerable self there.