Exchanging Screen Time for Reading Time!

Hello, Dolls

Lately, my current self care of choice is reading. For me, it's a great mental escape. My worries, anxieties, and fears disappear when I'm reading an intriguing book. I’ve been an avid reader since I was young, but I stopped reading last year.

It's crazy, because last year was the start of the pandemic. I had all the time in the world then, but I read nothing. A few months ago, a friend encouraged me to read a particular book so we could discuss it; it really rekindled my love for reading, and I’ve been reading ever since. ⁣

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My goal is to read 20 books by December 31st. I’m on book 9. Having less screen time is helping me accomplish this goal. I’m always surprised at my weekly cellphone usage screen stats when I get the notification.

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Instead of aimlessly scrolling on my phone, I've started reading. I'm trying to enjoy those free moments of solitude more, instead of scrolling through an app. Some of my days are mentally draining, so I plan a reading hour. Every night from 10:15-11:15pm is my reading hour. I put my phone away, get my book, light my candle of choice, and I read. I can’t tell you how much I enjoy that time. 😀⁣

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Lately, I’m loving Historical Fiction and anything lighthearted. If you have any recommendations, feel free to leave them below.

My Latest Reads:

Just Finished Reading: In West Mills ⁣De'Shawn Charles Winslow

Currently Reading: The Vanishing Half⁣ by Brit Bennett

Up Next: The Guest List by Lucy Foley

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I love this post by Before 5am! If you're not following them on Instagram, you should!

📖 What are your latest reads? ⁣

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