Life lessons from what I read in 2020
As the virus that must not be named continues to punctuate our daily lives in varying degrees, reading remains an accessible joy and a refreshing constant as we attempt to navigate a new normal.
“The first thing that reading teaches us is how to be alone” — Jonathan Franzen
Some say reading is a solo sport—historically considered a quiet friend, and more recently, praised as the premium iso pastime—yet, the origin of the word read (n. the act of reading) has its roots in meanings such as: “advise, counsel, persuade; discuss, deliberate; rule, guide; arrange, equip…”.
In fact, most languages use a word that stems from the notion to “gather up” as their word for “read”. Which gives me confidence reading might also have the power to bring us together (at least in spirit, if not proximity!).
So, gather round friends. This is a short “gather up” of insights from some of the books I read in 2020 (yes, I am one of those people who keeps a list!).
- “Your steps and your breath are always there to help you heal yourself” (from Silence by Thich Nhat Hanh). When life get’s…
