Coping with books
I fill up my cup by reading. I
love science fiction specifically, because it tells us about building the future
I watch Christian movies, Christmas movies, and those that are true stories. I stay away from serious movies. I deal with serious with my Myasthenia Gravis. I want something
light-hearted and fun to watch.I love your plan to stay away from stressful and sad films and shows... I literally put it onto my calendar recently to watch more nature shows! Smiles,
Gina (Team Member)
Thanks for sharing this coping tool! I also use reading as a way to explore different lives and ways of thinking. As people with rare diseases I think we are more empathetic towards other peoples' experiences due to our own being commonly misunderstood. So when reading we are more invested in the point-of-view of the character. It can be really engaging and helpful for me! Also sci-fi is a great option, I love that you mentioned this. What are some of your favorite sci-fi novels? Right now mine is The Luminous Dead by Caitlin Starling. Warmly, Tatiana (narcolepsy.sleep-disorders.net Team Member) I do this too! It's like I can live thousands of lives through books. It's nice when my body isn't functioning sometimes.
Reading is such a great replenishing activity!
