Episode III: Reading is Self Discipline.
11/29/21 • 42 min
Join Your Favorite Librarian this week as she shares some titles, tools, and insight on how reading is an act of Self Discipline.
Firstly, check out this week's reading list of titles to guide you along your journey. This episode's suggestions include:
"Brujas: The Magic and Power of Witches of Color" by Lorraine Monteagut, PhD
"The Black Trans Prayer Book" by J Mase III and Lady Dane Figuera Edidi
"This Will Be My Undoing: Living at the Intersection of Black, Female and Feminist in (White) America" by Morgan Jerkins
"Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen: The Emotional Lives of Black Women" by Inger Burnett-Zeigler, PhD
"Storm for the Living and the Dead" by Charles Bukowski
Allow this episode to contribute to the great energy in your safe space or provide an energy that compliments you. You are constantly evolving and growing-- and reading is a fulcrum, providing a balance, and wealth, of information and insight.
As you continue defining your interests and passions, refine your strengths, explore your weakness-- allow reading to assist you. You are not alone, my friend!
There is a book out there for you. Continue reading!
Join Your Favorite Librarian this week as she shares some titles, tools, and insight on how reading is an act of Self Discipline.
Firstly, check out this week's reading list of titles to guide you along your journey. This episode's suggestions include:
"Brujas: The Magic and Power of Witches of Color" by Lorraine Monteagut, PhD
"The Black Trans Prayer Book" by J Mase III and Lady Dane Figuera Edidi
"This Will Be My Undoing: Living at the Intersection of Black, Female and Feminist in (White) America" by Morgan Jerkins
"Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen: The Emotional Lives of Black Women" by Inger Burnett-Zeigler, PhD
"Storm for the Living and the Dead" by Charles Bukowski
Allow this episode to contribute to the great energy in your safe space or provide an energy that compliments you. You are constantly evolving and growing-- and reading is a fulcrum, providing a balance, and wealth, of information and insight.
As you continue defining your interests and passions, refine your strengths, explore your weakness-- allow reading to assist you. You are not alone, my friend!
There is a book out there for you. Continue reading!
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Episode II: How to Apply What You Know
Join Your Favorite Librarian to explore colorful options of applying what you know after reading great pieces of literature.
From journaling your progress, refining your communication and great collaboration, or ways to reflect-- applying what you know has its benefits. As you evolve, reading will continuously take you to places you may not have imagined. As you open your heart, your mind will open as well.
Continue reading, friends. There is a book out there for you.
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Episode IV: Read Flags and New Lows
Join Your Favorite Librarian this episode to explore how reading is an act of self-care, an example of escapism, self-improvement and a great way to explore personal interests and passions.
Many of us have heard the phrase "strong reader" or other disparaging remarks that effect our confidence to continue reading later in life. Say less, Your Favorite Librarian has a few pointers and colorful insight.
Reading can literally take you anywhere--- redirect your thinking, master specific comprehension and reading skills, or discovery the world around you with a great book. From discovering which genre best reflects your interests and strengths to finding support throughout the page you read... you are not alone. Check out this week's reading suggestions:
"Sula" by Toni Morrison
"Black Girl, Call Home" by Jasmine Mans
"Honeypot" by E. Patrick Johnson
"Black Nerd Problem" by William Evans and Omar Holmon
"It's About Damn Time" by Arlan Hamilton
Continue reading, friend! You are not alone-- there is something for you.
(This episode was influenced and inspired by a small batch of Uncle Nearest 1884 whiskey... the smoothest whiskey in Tennessee. For more information on the label, be sure to browse their official website. Drink responsibly.)
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