A few years ago, my habits slowly changed from relaxing with fiction every day to reading much more …
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13 soothing books to retreat into and relax with
I've been thinking back to some of my favourite quotes from Marcus Aurelius lately. In his …
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12 of the best audiobooks to enjoy now
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8 recommended books if you don’t know what to read right now
If you're spending more time at home, you might feel like you should be reading more. But it's not …
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8 habits to adopt from Sattva: The Ayurvedic Way to Live Well
Has your life been a bit out of balance lately? If your mind and body are in need of soothing, pick …
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A reminder to rest (and why we get more done when we do)
When I'm feeling my least productive, I often wonder why I'm lacking the motivation and discipline …
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The 38 books Barack Obama recommended in 2019
I love when Barack Obama puts out his list of favourite books on Facebook – as do hundreds of …
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Zen: The Art of Simple Living as a beautifully illustrated book for self-care
Peace, slowness, simplicity, joy, and zen... Japanese monk and garden designer Shunmyō Masuno shows …
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Pondering how to be a good creature with Sy Montgomery
“Knowing someone who belongs to another species can enlarge your soul in surprising ways.” One of …
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10 books to give as gifts this Christmas (or to treat yourself)
I'm not really a big gift person. I usually ask for time spent with loved ones or experiences rather …
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A perfect book about life, loss, and the mountains: A Whole Life by Robert Seethaler
“You can buy a man's hours off him, you can steal his days from him, or you can rob him of his whole …
Sit and be peaceful with Silence: In the Age of Noise by Erling Kagge
"With no one to talk to, I began a conversation with nature. My thoughts were broadcast out over the …
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Consolations of the Forest: Alone in a Cabin in the Middle Taiga by Sylvain Tesson
I have a soft spot for escaping from the world. I also love escaping into books. Books about …
12 calming books to help you take a deep breath and relax
Sometimes we just need to take a deep breath and relax – but it's not always that easy. It can be …
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