Ever wonder if there's any added benefits to reading fiction? In the latest "Psychology Today" (June 2008), there is an article titled "Dare to be Yourself." The authors list 8 Acts of Authenticity and the #1 Act is to read novels. "It's the best way to figure out what it feels like to be in somene else's head -- and that's what helps us to distinguish our own identity," (quote from John Portmann, professor of religious ethics, University of Virginia.).
I was intrigued. I know I've always loved to read novels, but I had no idea they were making me more myself. What do you think? Agree or disagree?
Janet
2 comments:
Im not sure either but I find I tend to identify with some charactors or see traits that I sometimes avoid etc. Books can give new understanding of situations and even hope. I think my life would be less without reading as it really has widened my horizons.
Hi Janet!
I agree with that statement, though I'm like you and hadn't really ever thought about it before.
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