32. Reading Welfare Check

In this conversation, Majella and Carlie discuss the topic of obsessive reading and how it can impact various aspects of life. They explore the signs of unhealthy reading habits and offer strategies to find balance. The conversation touches on the physiological effects of reading, the need for alone time, and the potential for reading to become an avoidance tactic. Overall, they encourage listeners to reflect on their own reading experiences and find a healthy balance. Takeaways Self-awareness is key in identifying unhealthy reading habits and finding balance. Reading can have physiological effects on the body, and it's important to be mindful of these effects. Different individuals have different reading habits and preferences, and what works for one person may not work for another. Consider the impact of reading on relationships, work, and other responsibilities. Engage in trial and error to determine what reading habits work best for you. Seek feedback from others to gain insight into the impact of your reading habits on your life. Understanding Individual Reading Preferences Finding Balance: Navigating Obsessive Reading Sound Bites 00:00 Introduction and Compulsive Reading 05:16 The Importance of Balance and Sacrificing Healthy Habits 12:01 Reading as an Alone Time Activity 21:30 Trial and Error in Finding Reading Balance 28:41 Addiction and the Need for Feedback Our bookclub is reading Ledge by Stacey McEwen in April and you can JOIN US HERE https://fable.co/club/faeted-the-book-club-with-carlie-298611075637 What we are reading right now. Carlie - “Chasm” Stacey McEwan Majella - The Guild Hunter Series by Nalini Singh LINKS ⁠⁠⁠Follow and interact with us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow and interact with us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠ We do other things than read fantasy romance novels (surprise!) so check out our other content if you so wish..... ⁠⁠⁠See what else Carlie is up to.⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠See what else is Majella is up to.⁠⁠⁠