Reading for Pleasure | Every book has the potential to touch the human soul deeply, arousing patterns of thought that might otherwise have lain dormant. The pleasure we derive from the written word is unique in that we must labor for it. Other forms of art provide us with stimulus and ask nothing more than our emotional response. Reading is an active pastime that requires an investment of emotion as well as our concentration and imagination. The words we read are merely a starting point for a process that takes place largely within our minds and hearts. There are few activities as comforting, relaxing, and healthy as perusing the pages of a good piece of fiction or nonfiction. Curling up with a book and a cup of tea is one of the simplest ways we can remove ourselves from the confines of reality in order to immerse ourselves in the drama and intrigue of the unfamiliar. The pleasure of transcending reality is only one aspect of the reading experience, however. Each time we read for enjoyment, whether we prefer the fantastic nature of fiction, the empathy awakened within us by memoir, or the instructive passion of nonfiction, we create entire landscapes in our mind's eye. The books we choose provide us with the inspiration we need to accomplish such a feat, but it is our own creative reserves that empower us to use our imaginations for this unique and beautiful purpose. The tales you lose yourself in can lead you on paths of discovery that take you out of your own life and help you see that existence can unfold in an infinite number of ways. You can learn so much from the characters and mentors who guide you from page to page. Your emotions are awakened each time you read, allowing you to become vessels of the passion that pours forth from line after line of print. Ultimately, the books you absorb -- those that touch you deeply -- will become a part of who you are, providing you with a rich and thrilling world within that you can revisit anytime you wish by simply closing your eyes. If you haven't read a book for pleasure lately, try and allow yourself the time -- you deserve it. | DailyOM Course Spotlight by Sarah Rector Like most people, you may be sitting for 4 or more hours in a day, which typically causes the hip flexors to tighten up and leads to lower back problems. Although this issue is more prevalent, the good news is that it is super easy and highly beneficial to learn a few simple stretching exercises that will strengthen these often neglected muscles. With this course, you'll get all of the most effective hips and hamstrings stretching solutions you need to alleviate the pain and get moving with ease. With only 15 minutes of gentle effort, you will see and feel the results! Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days 2. Non-Surgical Facelift 3. The 2 Week Fascia Miracle 4. Shakti Warrior Dance for Healing 5. Toned Inner Thighs in 13 Days 6. Go Sleeveless in 14 Days 7. Anti-Aging Face Yoga 8. 8 Week Whole Body Makeover! 9. 5 Week Kundalini Yoga for Chakras 10. Separating with Grace and Respect
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