Anaïs Nin on How Reading Awakens Us from the Slumber of Almost-Living
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I realized that I agree with the messages in the medium of the book. I think they are true. I think they encourage the best parts of human nature—that a life with lots of episodes of deep focus is a good life. It is why reading books nourishes me.
Johann Hari • Stolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention--and How to Think Deeply Again
Before the words convey their specific meaning, the medium of the book tells us several things. Firstly, life is complex, and if you want to understand it, you have to set aside a fair bit of time to think deeply about it. You need to slow down. Secondly, there is a value in leaving behind your other concerns and narrowing down your attention to
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