Things aren’t always perfect in our lives. Occurrences happen and we are faced with obstacles. It’s hard getting through them especially when it is the only thought running through your mind. I think the one activity that has helped me lately with my own obstacles is reading. I find myself seeking a distraction that only books can give me, with their unique plots and storylines, characters of all types like the funny ones filled with jokes, the brave ones who are first to jump into anything they come face to face with. All these things about books have helped, indulging in a good book creates another reality in my head and makes me feel safe with all these characters that only exist in the story. Sometimes there are moments when I think people forget the true power of books, even I myself forget just how helpful and powerful books and writing, in general, can be. They can make you feel safe, make you think, and open your eyes to the ideas of other people who write the stories themselves. There are so many things books can do that are amazing. Books will always be my safe place no matter how long I go without reading, and for many others as well I hope one day that books can wiggle themselves into everyone’s life and brighten their day when it’s needed.
About the author MJ is a psychology major at BMCC who grew up in Brooklyn. Learning everything that has to do with the mind and how people think is one of her few hobbies, along with reading young adult and poetry books. She also loves writing her own poetry amidst the late night hours which results in little sleep most times. Her creativity stems from her own life challenges and everyday things. Although reserved and introverted, MJ loves interacting with others, sharing stories, and connecting through similar interests like music, art, writing, etc. Through her reviews you can get to know more about her, hearing her most honest and authentic thoughts and comments about the books she reads in each of her reviews and reflections.
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