Relaxing Reads
When you’re depressed or if your symptoms are kicking up, it can be very hard to relax. But you need to relax in order to digest your food, get decent sleep and generally keep from imploding. I’ve talked to many depressives who find reading to be one way they can relax. (I’m also a depressive who relaxes when reading). However, some books are far more relaxing than others.
When I mean relaxing, I mean something enjoyable to read, that’s not too taxing on the brain but also won’t but you to sleep. A list of books that will put you to sleep is an entirely different list for another day.
These books don’t directly deal with depression or mental illness. They’re more of a “one size fits all” kind of deal which can be read no matter what mood you happen to be in. Enjoy.
- Anything by Sylvia Browne. She’s a famous American psychic who appeared on television a lot and co-wrote a string of bestselling books based on her lives and misadventures. The writing is witty and engaging. You don’t have to believe in anything Browne talks about in order to get sucked into the book. (I mean that in a nice way). You will have to look in Non-fiction in order to find the books, though.
- Anything by James Herriot. (You know — the All Creatures Great and Small guy?). His real name was James Wight, but was uncomfortable using his real name, lest his clients be offended. They figured out who they were in his stories, anyway, and really didn’t mind.
- Children’s books. Why let the little crumb-crushers have all of the fun? Many children’s books are suprisingly complex — and, if you don’t have much time, you can usually get them done in one sitting, which can give you a feeling of accomplishment.
- The Magic of Xanth series by Piers Anthony. The best-selling fantasy series. You don’t have to read these in order, because the stories are pretty self contained. A lot of sex, though. And, even worse, a lot of puns. Some people find Anthony a bit too juvenile and prefer Terry Pratchett. So, if you’re not keen on Anthony, try any of Pratchett’s Discworld books.
December 16th, 2008 at 1:05 am
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