Reading Remedies for Seasonal Blues
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'tis the season to be jolly indeed, but 'tis also the season when we could really do with taking a leaf out of nature's book and hibernating to stave off the mental stress of living in the dark and cold.
Reading can really be a shining light in times like this, and today, as we sit huddled in blankets, we'd like to share with you exactly why.
Foremostly, people read for the purpose of escapism. We know we certainly do. Fantasy and science-fiction books allow you to delve into expertly-crafted worlds that are so richly detailed that you can almost envision yourself living in them. Romance books can transport you back to simpler times, or maybe propel your brain into a pleasant, balmy summer evening on a Mediterranean beach. Memoirs allow you to see through someone else's POV, into an interesting life lived elsewhere. There's nothing like escaping into a hundred-or-so bound pages.
Reading a book is also a great way to entertain yourself AND stay out of the cold too. It's a nice alternative to melting your eyes watching TV for way too long, and whilst a breath of fresh air is always welcome, it does sound somewhat preferable to freezing your toes off on a long, frosty walk.
There's also something about getting cosy in a reading nook that just can't be replicated during any other season. You can't exactly wrap yourself in a blanket and grab a comforting hot chocolate when it's 21 degrees and still light out at 8pm. That's a scenario made for winter, and winter alone.
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