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How can I lead a literary life during Quarantine Summer?

During summer, especially a quarantine summer, it can be easy to stay continually bored. Even if you recognize your boredom, you will stay in that state because thinking of something to do is even more boring. This post will present a couple of ideas about how to stay on a literary path during your summer and beyond. 

Routine Reading
 Set a time of day for you to read. Whether you read 10 pages or 100 pages, getting in the practice of reading at a specific time is great habit to form not only for learning and broadening perspective but also for personal mindfulness. 

Read First/Last
 Instead of carving out time in the middle of a busy day, read right after you wake up or just before going to sleep. Reading can start your day off right or get you off of your screen before going to sleep. 

Write it Down/Put Reading on Your Calendar
 If you write something down with a check box next to it or on your list of to-dos, you are more likely to hold yourself accountable for the action. If you can schedule internships, service, and time with friends, you can schedule 15 minutes for reading. 

Read While Working Out/Doing Chores
 Download book-listening/online reading apps and listen to books while you do other tasks. 










Book Box Subscriptions
 Box subscriptions, whether in beauty supplies or books, are fun to receive. Here are some places to order them book boxes and bundles (linked below). 









Literary Magazines/Interest Articles
Reading others thoughts on your favorite books or on issues in the literary community is how we broaden our perspectives as readers. Here are some suggestions where you can read. Also, a lot of independent bookstores have a secondary website for literary articles and interest pieces. Check your favorite bookstore's website for a link. 










Podcasts
Listening to literary podcasts while doing other tasks is easy. Why not listen to professional analysis of your favorite reads/concepts? I already posted about my favorite literary podcasts! You can find them here!


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