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I was reading Eleanor Roosevelt’s book, “You Learn By Living“, via Google Books the other day, and came across a quote that really struck a chord with me. The quote said this:
“What counts in the long run , is not what you read; it is what you sift through in your own mind; it is the ideas and impressions that are aroused in you by your reading.”
What do you think about this quote? Do you believe this to be true? If so, why and how? And, if not, why not?
This quote is true for me because reading brings me joy not because of the literal words on the pages but because of what the words evoke in my brain; whether it be emotions, thoughts, reflections, etc. Reading a book for me is an escape from real life, a fantasy that’s different from what I’m used to and finally it also helps to relax me and clear my mind of the day’s troubles.
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I review Urban Fantasy and Paranormal Romance books with a focus all things werewolf. Based out of Ottawa, Canada
Owner, designer and main blogger behind Rabid Reads. Avid book reader, snowboard bunny, video gamer and Supernatural fan. I love all things paranormal, werewolves especially. Oh, and I’m Canadian, eh!
Nice answer, I agree reading sometimes can be an escape from real life, but I think it helps our mind to keep growing.
I like your answer! Reading can be an escape for me, too, and I feel lost without a book in hand!
Aah my fellow book addicts, you make me feel normal. 🙂