in response to your discussion about not being able to fully consume the novels you're reading because of your concussion: i think one of the most powerful shifts in perspective i've had about reading is to realize and truly internalize that you can come back to books! i am not concussed but i do have OCD which makes me afraid that i'm not catching all of the information that i'm reading in a book to the point where i'll read the same page twenty times for no reason other than that it makes me feel less anxious haha. but when i started voicing to myself, "yes, there may be more meaning and complexity to what i am reading right now, but that'll be great to discover when i return to it again," i really began to feel less frustrated with myself for not engaging with the text to its fullest extent (and, thus, avoiding the feelings of inferiority and stupidity that only i was only placing on myself).
this is something i do with adhd too!!!! i stop reading books because i feel like i can only pick them up when i'm the mindset of being able to pick up everything on the page which is obviously never -_- so i tell myself that whatever i pick up is enough and if the book ends up being one of my favourites i can always read it again :)
That's just a powerful thought, I really appreciate reading that. I consume a lot of media regarding books and meta-analysis and interpretation which sometimes makes me feel like I'm not reading the right way or understanding or not seeing topics within a book that I should see but you are right, I can revisit them any time I want.
That’s a great way to loo at it! I do that too because of anxiety. I will read the same sentence over and over because I worry that I’m not fully comprehending what they mean. But that’s a great reminder that I can go back to it later, thank you. ❤️
gotta say that even your description box (is that how it’s called? haha) is so calming. I feel like your entire existence just brings me so much joy and peace
This video was so well-edited that I feel like I experienced a whole week of self-care in just 38 minutes. What a lovely way to spend a Sunday evening!
I got a book of Rilke poems from the library because of you, and i LOVE them, thank you for spreading the word about this really beautiful poet. Best of wishes in your continuing recovery. I suffered from burnout some years back, was off from work for almost 6 months, and it took me around 3 years to really recover. So I completely understand that desperate feeling of having a brain that just will not compute and cooperate, and how isolating and depressing that can feel.
Whenever I'm in a funk, I always read kurt vonnegut. he's such a strangely funny author that it's hard not to feel warm and fuzzy when u read one of his books :)
@@loveletterstothemoon hmm that's an interesting question! I started with Slaughterhouse-Five, and that's his most famous work but I also think it's less accessible than his other books. I would recommend starting with either Mother Night or God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater, but honestly I think u could pick up any of his books and still fall in love
I hope your doing better this week! I suffer with depression, and a number of other things, but I know getting out and walking in nature helps me out. The week before last week was a very bad mental health week for me and I packed up my kids and drove for an hour and a half to get to this ghost town in the middle of the mountains that we havent been to and we just got out and walked and explored and I felt like it was the first time in a long time that I could actually breath. I could tell when we were driving home, I felt better. Im always trying to find new beautiful hiking trails to go walk on. Idk, works for me I think🤷♀️ might just be in my head though lol. Sending all my love💛
Recently, one of the things that makes me happiest is your videos, so find your Emma. I just love listening to you talk about books. You're so intelligent and eloquent and I feel like I'm talking with a good friend.
This was so inspiring! It takes so much strength to drag yourself out of a bad place and I'm so happy for you that you did it. Also, you're love of Sailor Moon is prompting me to start reading a bit of manga myself so thanks for that
Hey Emmie. I absolutely adore you. I came across your vlogs only two weeks ago and I am so much in love. The cozy and vintage aesthetic of your videos along with your soothing voice makes your vlogs beautiful. I recently ordered the Phantom of the Opera after watching a video where you recommended it. I can't wait to read it. Currently I am reading Love in the Time of Cholera. Do you know how I came across your vlogs? I am such a nail polish lover, if I see a video the person needs to wear a nail paint, else I won't watch it. Miraculously, I came across one vlog of yours where you were wearing black nail paint and I instantly clicked it. Little did I know your channel would be such a pleasure. I also got to know about dark academia which I knew nothing of and I am so into it now. 😅 I completed my master's in English Literature in 2018 and I really wish I had studied like you are back in my student years😅. Emmie, I know it's a weird suggestion, but I will love to see your nail paint collection. Haha. Lots of love to you. ❤️❤️❤️
Your vlogs make me feel so calm! My week was not the best and I feel so anxious and stressed but I don't know why. I also don't get along with the season change very well and I know that my "winter depression" will get very bad this year... Yeah but hearing your voice makes me forget all the stress and calms me down. Thank you
You are wonderful. Thank you for sharing your vulnerability-it makes other people feel better to know that others are vulnerable too. These videos are good for my mental health!
Your health getting in the way is so much harder than it looks. The year I was really sick, I read all of Jane Austens novels and they were such a comfort. Being kind to myself has helped me the most. I hope you’ll have a great week, with some great audiobooks and lovely outfits 💕
I don't know if I would say that writing my journal is a comfort thing for me to do because I honestly kind of need it to stay sane, but whenever I feel down or anxious I write about everything in my diary and it makes me feel like a hundred times more relaxed and calm. I know that writing might be difficult for you right now but I think that maybe recording yourself speak could have a similar effect of capturing the thoughts and emotions while at the same time preserving them. Just getting stuff out of my head really helps me to relax.
I agree with you about self-care! I've been feeling very gloomy lately and I find that forcing myself to do something each day is very important, like starting off the day doing a short yoga routine, exercising just a little each day, or sitting outside for some time.
This video made me so happy, as someone who just broke their leg, not being able to go places and do things on my own has been so hard for me, Thank you so much
I'm so glad you're enjoying Eliot's poems! He's one of my all-time favourite poets and I'm currently working on a paper about Four Quartets :) hope you're feeling better soon, lovely! Much love from a new subscriber xx
I’ve found your channel maybe around a month ago and I’ve just been trying to catch up and watch as many videos of yours as I can. You are just so sweet and genuine and I love hearing your opinion as well as the immense love and passion you have for books. I do gotta say the moment you said you were listening to zero o’ clock by bts , my heart burst with joy ✨ I didn’t know you listened to them lol 😂💜 Hope you are doing well 💕
Thank you for posting this video! I am also in a slump and not too happy. Yesturday, I did self care by seeing a family friend, did shopping, and eating with her. But, you made me realize to take a step back and so self care for rest of the week! 😁 Thank you Emma for this amazing vlog and I really needed it 💜✨
A few months ago, I read Good Omens and I too was not the biggest fan. Most of the reason was because many of the jokes were designed primarily for British people of which I am not British plus, the book was written for the intention of it becoming a tv show which was Terry Pratchett's last wish before he died. The show is on Amazon Prime and it is pretty funny, many of the jokes make more sense/feel better in the t.v. show as opposed to the book. However, I do suggest reading American Gods by Neil Gaiman, it is really awesome and very philosophical especially for Americans like me who now see, thanks to the book, Gods in a completely new light. I also recommend reading Stardust by Neil Gaiman which is a fantastic love story.
I just finished dark season 3. And i guess i m pretty shook by it. And i will be till the end of time... And this video notification is literally a light for me.. Anyone watched that series know how hard it get to over this... Emma when you get better of concussion... Please watch this series.. I mean its everything... Omg... Thank you for video.
shel Silverstein poems are really funny and I think they are a good place to start. They show that poems can be really fun and funny. I got this book at Barnes and Noble called the pocket book of poetry and I think it's a good place to start for the older, deeper, classic poems. It's a really pretty, small brown book.
If you're new to reading poetry, my recommendation is to simply read widely. Poetry is a huge, diverse umbrella and there's a LOT to choose from and explore. I agree with the suggestion to try a poetry collection of some kind. I stumbled into poetry this way myself. Some good ones to start with, in my opinion, are T. S. Eliot, Robert Frost, Emily Dickinson, Rainer Maria Rilke, and Mary Oliver (my absolute favorite of all time, I adore every word she's ever written). For more classical poetry, you could try William Wordsworth, John Keats, Percy Shelley (I'm biased towards the Romantics lol). Unfortunately, I don't have many suggestions for non-English poets besides Rilke as I'm still experimenting with that myself, though I've heard great things about Pablo Neruda. I'd also recommend reading it out loud so you can really feel the rhythm of the words. There's no right or wrong way to do this, just whatever feels natural to you. And it's okay if you feel like you don't really understand what the poem is saying or what is going on -- we're just here to explore and try something new! Don't worry about reading academically and trying to dissect it unless you find that it helps you enjoy the experience more. Sorry for the essay! I hope this helps and that you find some new favorite literature! :)
Your enthusiasm for Solaris has made me want to reread it since it’s been maybe 20 years since I last read it. Also early this year I read The Memory Police and thought it was really great!
Hi just wanted to say thank you for always creating the most wholesome content ever!! Your channel for me has become a healing space where I can wind down and kind of organize my mindset to view the world more positively so yeah
ahhh emma you have no idea how much this helped me!! i've been struggling a lot with my mental health, & seeing you make an effort into self care inspired me to do the same. thank you so much
I remember coming across that copy of TSE's collected poems while thrifting for books and I literally just grabbed it immediately and got it because I saw it on your bag once xD I absolutely love it though and we are dealing with his poems in class now so I'm glad I got it :)
Here I am, binge watching your videos, while I take a break from my bachelor's degree paper about ancient colonies in the Black Sea. Sending love your way💕
Lovely video, as always! When I feel down I force myself to do some Yoga. Even if I don't feel like it at the moment, I always feel better during the day and sleep better at night. Also hiking, being in nature but if the weather doesn't help, definitely the tea/paint your nails/mask thing is a great one too! 🌿🖤
I felt the same way about Good Omens. I couldn't watch the series that came out for the same reason.. I'm so glad I read Neverwhere and the Graveyard first. Not really a Gaiman fan, but I did enjoy those two. Probably why I was so let down with Good Omens. I loved Shadow of the Wind!
Just stumbled upon your channel and I’m in love 💕 The joy you get from reading reminds me of how I used to be and inspires me to read more. Thank you so much 💕
Hi emma! I’m passing by to tell you I’m so happy I’ve just discovered your channel. Obviously we share the same love for books ^^ and i’m particularly enjoying your company because you are so sweet and interesting to listen to. You gave me so much want to read Sailor moon now!! I’ve just borrowed it from the library haha. I’m wishing you the happiest week. Hopefully you’ll feel better soon and find within the love and care you need. You’re brilliant
Laurine wbu Oh hi I’m so glad that you found my channel, I hope you love sailor moon it’s brought me so much comfort and joy recently, thank you so much your words mean the world XOXO
thank you for continuing to upload despite what must be a really draining experience with your head injury. as i’m typing this, actually, i’m getting ready for a consultation about a potential surgery so seeing you still be so productive is helping. i always wondered how you managed to focus on audiobooks and podcasts - i myself find it very hard to focus hence why i only read physical copies. do you have any advice on this? :)
I'm just catching up on your vlogs and oh my gosh you actually remembered my recommendation??!! Omg I knew you would love it. I've read half of it and I still have the other half but of course, I'm reading it in arabic. Also it's actually pronounced as "gebran" and I CAN'T WAIT for you to read it.
@@emmiereads I'm starting from complete scratch in the world of poetry, so I wanted to start with some classics. I got a book of Keats, Emily Dickinson... and also Dante's inferno lol
I am very intrigued by Solaris! The description made me think of Blindsight by Peter Watts. I highly recommend this book if you like near-future science fiction with horror elements.
Writing usually gets me out of a funk or playing my flute/singing. It's impossible to be sad while singing at the same time. :) Also, watching Dystopian things. It may sound weird but they make me feel better because I'm not there struggling as hard as the characters are. The 100 got me out of my dark year.
TheSelkie1990 Oh my gosh you play the flute as well? I really need to practice more it’s been so long and it makes me feel so happy, and no I completely understand I feel the exact same way about dystopian things!
* e m m i e * If you’re interested in checking it out, I have a music RUclips channel for my Irish music: Fiona Howell Music. I make a video for every Wednesday! I started my channel right before lockdown which was lucky timing. All my gigs are still cancelled...so, it’s nice to have something to do and it keeps me practicing. My new album should be out soon too!! Lockdown hasn’t stopped me from creating! 😀
Omg! I didn't know you listen to BTS or kpop in general. But, hi, I love BTS. I also love 00:00 but my faves are Spring Day, Mikrokosmos, Jamais Vu, and The Truth Untold. Actually, I have a lot a lot of favorites. I'm just so happy to know that you also listen to them 💜
Oh my goodness - that novel "Broken Wings" sounds beautiful! I've been searching for books with poetic writing (and recommendations welcome!) - I've recently started reading To The Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf and some of her lines just make me want to drown in her words cause they literally take my breath! I get what you mean about needing to reset - for so long I have been practicing bad habits which inhibit progress for me. Its hard cause, honestly, it's so easy just slip into those bad habits but it makes life so much easier when I just... Don't! 😂 Hope you're feeling better today ❤️
I love your videos! Praying gets me out of my funk just asking God for strength and he's a God of more than enough. I'm a christian so for me that's the first thing I run too. Sending prayers your way!
I know you said you are interested in making asmr videos. I think you would be great at it! Please make book based asmr hearing you read a small part of the book was so relaxing! Also, I am so sorry you haven’t been feeling the best and sending you positive vibes⭐️
hi, lovely! I'm so happy to see your channel growing, you deserve everything that is good in this world. honestly, your videos have helped me go through hard times and I want you to know how much they mean to me, thank you so so so much ♥♥♥ my question for you is a boring one, but what are some of your favourite quotes? (both from books and poems) I hope you're having a wonderful day, always. much love♡♡♡
I love your videos!! ✨🦋. (Question for the Q&A) Since I’m planing on moving to a new country next year I need to take a very limited list of books with me, if you could choose only 5 books to take with you to a place, what books would you choose ? (Sorry for my English I’m not an English native speaker 😅)🦋
i know exactly what you mean about the veils :) i'm going through a rough time right now but this video made me feel super safe :) i'm about halfway through
Broken Wings has to be one of my favourite books so believe me when I tell you, YOURE IN FOR A TREATT. also I'd recommend listening to the Musical on Spotify.
Hi Emmie! Thank you so much for this. As someone with a chronic health condition I feel you and am so happy you are taking this time for self care! Also- if someone wanted to send you a book, how might one go about it? Totally understand if you are uncomfortable with getting packages from viewers so please don't worry if you would prefer not to be sent things! Thank you and take care!
I had very similar problems with Good Omens as well! I was at most mildly impressed, despite the theme is supposed to be one of my favourites lol So far my favourite book from Neil Gaiman is American Gods, but to be honest Neil Gaiman is not among my favourite authors haha.
Emma! hi! I just wanted to say hello and that your channel is so soothing and it's something I put on almost every morning while I'm drinking tea and getting ready for the day. I like how you often talk about mental health and are more open to talking about it in the future. I have bipolar disorder and ADHD and often experience executive functioning issues. I've found that some books can actually make me feel worse (emotionally, mentally, etc) and really bring me down and can also make reading feel like a chore. Are there any books/types of books that make you feel that way? Additionally, what books (or genre) make you feel better when you are feeling like functioning is harder than usual for you, and/or when you are feeling emotionally and mentally burn out? Hope you can respond! Thank you for being you ☺️🌻🦋
So glad when i saw the notification of this😍❤❤❤. I finished reading the nightingale and it just broke me really. Do you have any recommendations for books that would make me feel happier and cheer me up?
I read Good Omens a few months ago and I had a similar experience. I thought it was funny, but I never laughed out loud, it was more of "hey, this is clever". I enjoyed it overall, but didn't find it hilarious.
Oh yes I have a question! When you write your write your essays and analyze a piece of work, do you apply psychological concepts or is it more of personal critical thinking? 😄
AND WHATTTT YOU LISTEN TO BTS??!!! OH MY GODDD. I HAVE SUBSCRIBED TO THE RIGHT PERSON. 💜💜💜💜 I love zero o clock. Moon and zero o clock are my favourites from the album and of course Dynamite. 💜💜
in response to your discussion about not being able to fully consume the novels you're reading because of your concussion:
i think one of the most powerful shifts in perspective i've had about reading is to realize and truly internalize that you can come back to books! i am not concussed but i do have OCD which makes me afraid that i'm not catching all of the information that i'm reading in a book to the point where i'll read the same page twenty times for no reason other than that it makes me feel less anxious haha. but when i started voicing to myself, "yes, there may be more meaning and complexity to what i am reading right now, but that'll be great to discover when i return to it again," i really began to feel less frustrated with myself for not engaging with the text to its fullest extent (and, thus, avoiding the feelings of inferiority and stupidity that only i was only placing on myself).
this is something i do with adhd too!!!! i stop reading books because i feel like i can only pick them up when i'm the mindset of being able to pick up everything on the page which is obviously never -_- so i tell myself that whatever i pick up is enough and if the book ends up being one of my favourites i can always read it again :)
Thank you for this tip! It’s been really helpful for me too!!
That's just a powerful thought, I really appreciate reading that. I consume a lot of media regarding books and meta-analysis and interpretation which sometimes makes me feel like I'm not reading the right way or understanding or not seeing topics within a book that I should see but you are right, I can revisit them any time I want.
That’s a great way to loo at it! I do that too because of anxiety. I will read the same sentence over and over because I worry that I’m not fully comprehending what they mean. But that’s a great reminder that I can go back to it later, thank you. ❤️
Omg i have ocd and do this too but i never considered that that could be why i do it
Would you maybe consider making a video about studying different languages? 😊 Thank you for uploading, it makes days 100 times better 💗
YES that is one the videos I'm most excited to make, hope I can get it out soon!! You are so sweet and awe no thank you
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gotta say that even your description box (is that how it’s called? haha) is so calming. I feel like your entire existence just brings me so much joy and peace
i'm so glad and ah my heart, that's the nicest thing to hear
This video was so well-edited that I feel like I experienced a whole week of self-care in just 38 minutes. What a lovely way to spend a Sunday evening!
The shadow of the wind is one of the most atmospheric books!
I got a book of Rilke poems from the library because of you, and i LOVE them, thank you for spreading the word about this really beautiful poet. Best of wishes in your continuing recovery. I suffered from burnout some years back, was off from work for almost 6 months, and it took me around 3 years to really recover. So I completely understand that desperate feeling of having a brain that just will not compute and cooperate, and how isolating and depressing that can feel.
the vibes of your reading vlogs??? IMMACULATE
Whenever I'm in a funk, I always read kurt vonnegut. he's such a strangely funny author that it's hard not to feel warm and fuzzy when u read one of his books :)
What is the best place to start with him?
@@loveletterstothemoon hmm that's an interesting question! I started with Slaughterhouse-Five, and that's his most famous work but I also think it's less accessible than his other books. I would recommend starting with either Mother Night or God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater, but honestly I think u could pick up any of his books and still fall in love
@@sarahstager8450 thank you 🌿
i have a question!!! what pieces of media would you consider your "comfort content" (books, movies, songs, etc that calm you/make you happy)?
I hope your doing better this week! I suffer with depression, and a number of other things, but I know getting out and walking in nature helps me out. The week before last week was a very bad mental health week for me and I packed up my kids and drove for an hour and a half to get to this ghost town in the middle of the mountains that we havent been to and we just got out and walked and explored and I felt like it was the first time in a long time that I could actually breath. I could tell when we were driving home, I felt better. Im always trying to find new beautiful hiking trails to go walk on. Idk, works for me I think🤷♀️ might just be in my head though lol. Sending all my love💛
nature is definitely the biggest comfort for me as well, that sounds like an absolutely magical day and awe sending you the biggest hug
Recently, one of the things that makes me happiest is your videos, so find your Emma. I just love listening to you talk about books. You're so intelligent and eloquent and I feel like I'm talking with a good friend.
For q&a:
Do you ever want to be published? What are some things you written and can you tell us about them?
This was so inspiring! It takes so much strength to drag yourself out of a bad place and I'm so happy for you that you did it. Also, you're love of Sailor Moon is prompting me to start reading a bit of manga myself so thanks for that
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Hey Emmie. I absolutely adore you. I came across your vlogs only two weeks ago and I am so much in love. The cozy and vintage aesthetic of your videos along with your soothing voice makes your vlogs beautiful. I recently ordered the Phantom of the Opera after watching a video where you recommended it. I can't wait to read it. Currently I am reading Love in the Time of Cholera. Do you know how I came across your vlogs? I am such a nail polish lover, if I see a video the person needs to wear a nail paint, else I won't watch it. Miraculously, I came across one vlog of yours where you were wearing black nail paint and I instantly clicked it. Little did I know your channel would be such a pleasure. I also got to know about dark academia which I knew nothing of and I am so into it now. 😅 I completed my master's in English Literature in 2018 and I really wish I had studied like you are back in my student years😅. Emmie, I know it's a weird suggestion, but I will love to see your nail paint collection. Haha. Lots of love to you. ❤️❤️❤️
Your vlogs make me feel so calm! My week was not the best and I feel so anxious and stressed but I don't know why. I also don't get along with the season change very well and I know that my "winter depression" will get very bad this year... Yeah but hearing your voice makes me forget all the stress and calms me down. Thank you
You are wonderful. Thank you for sharing your vulnerability-it makes other people feel better to know that others are vulnerable too. These videos are good for my mental health!
Your health getting in the way is so much harder than it looks. The year I was really sick, I read all of Jane Austens novels and they were such a comfort. Being kind to myself has helped me the most. I hope you’ll have a great week, with some great audiobooks and lovely outfits 💕
I don't know if I would say that writing my journal is a comfort thing for me to do because I honestly kind of need it to stay sane, but whenever I feel down or anxious I write about everything in my diary and it makes me feel like a hundred times more relaxed and calm.
I know that writing might be difficult for you right now but I think that maybe recording yourself speak could have a similar effect of capturing the thoughts and emotions while at the same time preserving them.
Just getting stuff out of my head really helps me to relax.
I hope your health gets better soon 💛 sending all the prayers and best wishes
I agree with you about self-care! I've been feeling very gloomy lately and I find that forcing myself to do something each day is very important, like starting off the day doing a short yoga routine, exercising just a little each day, or sitting outside for some time.
This video made me so happy, as someone who just broke their leg, not being able to go places and do things on my own has been so hard for me, Thank you so much
I'm so glad you're enjoying Eliot's poems! He's one of my all-time favourite poets and I'm currently working on a paper about Four Quartets :) hope you're feeling better soon, lovely! Much love from a new subscriber xx
ah that's so exciting! how is it going? all the love back
I LOOOVE your videos! they are a much needed break from the stressful reality
i just wanna say that your videos are like a big massive hug in my day.... so you're giving to me
I always keep my goodreads app open when I watch your vlogs
I’ve found your channel maybe around a month ago and I’ve just been trying to catch up and watch as many videos of yours as I can. You are just so sweet and genuine and I love hearing your opinion as well as the immense love and passion you have for books.
I do gotta say the moment you said you were listening to zero o’ clock by bts , my heart burst with joy ✨ I didn’t know you listened to them lol 😂💜
Hope you are doing well 💕
Thank you for posting this video! I am also in a slump and not too happy. Yesturday, I did self care by seeing a family friend, did shopping, and eating with her. But, you made me realize to take a step back and so self care for rest of the week! 😁 Thank you Emma for this amazing vlog and I really needed it 💜✨
A few months ago, I read Good Omens and I too was not the biggest fan. Most of the reason was because many of the jokes were designed primarily for British people of which I am not British plus, the book was written for the intention of it becoming a tv show which was Terry Pratchett's last wish before he died. The show is on Amazon Prime and it is pretty funny, many of the jokes make more sense/feel better in the t.v. show as opposed to the book.
However, I do suggest reading American Gods by Neil Gaiman, it is really awesome and very philosophical especially for Americans like me who now see, thanks to the book, Gods in a completely new light. I also recommend reading Stardust by Neil Gaiman which is a fantastic love story.
I just finished dark season 3. And i guess i m pretty shook by it. And i will be till the end of time... And this video notification is literally a light for me.. Anyone watched that series know how hard it get to over this...
Emma when you get better of concussion... Please watch this series.. I mean its everything... Omg...
Thank you for video.
your videos are so relaxing! I’ve been having a lot of anxiety lately and your videos just make me feel so cozy and happy! Thank you so much !💕
Mars, her wit and nerdiness. LOVE her!
i have a question! do you have any reccomendations for begginers starting to read poetry?
shel Silverstein poems are really funny and I think they are a good place to start. They show that poems can be really fun and funny. I got this book at Barnes and Noble called the pocket book of poetry and I think it's a good place to start for the older, deeper, classic poems. It's a really pretty, small brown book.
thank you!
ooh I have so many answers that I think I might just make a whole video about it!
If you're new to reading poetry, my recommendation is to simply read widely. Poetry is a huge, diverse umbrella and there's a LOT to choose from and explore. I agree with the suggestion to try a poetry collection of some kind. I stumbled into poetry this way myself.
Some good ones to start with, in my opinion, are T. S. Eliot, Robert Frost, Emily Dickinson, Rainer Maria Rilke, and Mary Oliver (my absolute favorite of all time, I adore every word she's ever written). For more classical poetry, you could try William Wordsworth, John Keats, Percy Shelley (I'm biased towards the Romantics lol). Unfortunately, I don't have many suggestions for non-English poets besides Rilke as I'm still experimenting with that myself, though I've heard great things about Pablo Neruda.
I'd also recommend reading it out loud so you can really feel the rhythm of the words. There's no right or wrong way to do this, just whatever feels natural to you. And it's okay if you feel like you don't really understand what the poem is saying or what is going on -- we're just here to explore and try something new! Don't worry about reading academically and trying to dissect it unless you find that it helps you enjoy the experience more.
Sorry for the essay! I hope this helps and that you find some new favorite literature! :)
A Flutter of Stars thank you so much i really appreciate the tips and recommendations!!
your channel is such a magical and comforting place ❤️
Your enthusiasm for Solaris has made me want to reread it since it’s been maybe 20 years since I last read it. Also early this year I read The Memory Police and thought it was really great!
Your earrings look so pretty!
Oh thank you!
Your vlogs are so soothing to me
Hi just wanted to say thank you for always creating the most wholesome content ever!! Your channel for me has become a healing space where I can wind down and kind of organize my mindset to view the world more positively so yeah
ahhh emma you have no idea how much this helped me!! i've been struggling a lot with my mental health, & seeing you make an effort into self care inspired me to do the same. thank you so much
kahlil gibran is my favourite author & poet, his work is just so beautiful. i just know you will love him!
im only 2 minutes into this video but can i just say you are absolutely glowing!! so stunning
“I am a new woman.” 😂
Always love your channel. ❤️ I hope you start to feel more like yourself soon.
I remember coming across that copy of TSE's collected poems while thrifting for books and I literally just grabbed it immediately and got it because I saw it on your bag once xD I absolutely love it though and we are dealing with his poems in class now so I'm glad I got it :)
thank you so much for your honesty about mental health. you're in my thoughts and prayers.
I love the doggo. She's so ginger it makes me wanna bake.
Here I am, binge watching your videos, while I take a break from my bachelor's degree paper about ancient colonies in the Black Sea.
Sending love your way💕
Lovely video, as always! When I feel down I force myself to do some Yoga. Even if I don't feel like it at the moment, I always feel better during the day and sleep better at night. Also hiking, being in nature but if the weather doesn't help, definitely the tea/paint your nails/mask thing is a great one too! 🌿🖤
I have been here since a long time. And seeing your channel grow is such a proud feeling.
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Thank YOU for being one amazing ray of sunshine ☀️
I felt the same way about Good Omens. I couldn't watch the series that came out for the same reason.. I'm so glad I read Neverwhere and the Graveyard first. Not really a Gaiman fan, but I did enjoy those two. Probably why I was so let down with Good Omens.
I loved Shadow of the Wind!
Just stumbled upon your channel and I’m in love 💕 The joy you get from reading reminds me of how I used to be and inspires me to read more. Thank you so much 💕
Hiii i love this 💓💓💓 just found your channel and I adore your videos
awe hi! Thank you so much
Hi emma! I’m passing by to tell you I’m so happy I’ve just discovered your channel. Obviously we share the same love for books ^^ and i’m particularly enjoying your company because you are so sweet and interesting to listen to. You gave me so much want to read Sailor moon now!! I’ve just borrowed it from the library haha. I’m wishing you the happiest week. Hopefully you’ll feel better soon and find within the love and care you need. You’re brilliant
Laurine wbu Oh hi I’m so glad that you found my channel, I hope you love sailor moon it’s brought me so much comfort and joy recently, thank you so much your words mean the world XOXO
Clicked as soon as the notification popped up
thank you for continuing to upload despite what must be a really draining experience with your head injury. as i’m typing this, actually, i’m getting ready for a consultation about a potential surgery so seeing you still be so productive is helping. i always wondered how you managed to focus on audiobooks and podcasts - i myself find it very hard to focus hence why i only read physical copies. do you have any advice on this? :)
for q&a:
how did you learn french?
also i love your videos so much, they are so relaxing and lovely to watch. xx
I'm just catching up on your vlogs and oh my gosh you actually remembered my recommendation??!! Omg I knew you would love it. I've read half of it and I still have the other half but of course, I'm reading it in arabic. Also it's actually pronounced as "gebran" and I CAN'T WAIT for you to read it.
yesterday I was inspired by you to go to my local used bookstore and buy a bunch of poetry ☺️✨
AHHH what did you get?!
@@emmiereads I'm starting from complete scratch in the world of poetry, so I wanted to start with some classics. I got a book of Keats, Emily Dickinson... and also Dante's inferno lol
Hi!! Just wanted to pop in and say i absolutely adore your videos and the calmness and joy you bring. So thank you so much for that xx
allie c Oh my goodness thank you so much, sending you so much love!
I am very intrigued by Solaris! The description made me think of Blindsight by Peter Watts. I highly recommend this book if you like near-future science fiction with horror elements.
Writing usually gets me out of a funk or playing my flute/singing. It's impossible to be sad while singing at the same time. :) Also, watching Dystopian things. It may sound weird but they make me feel better because I'm not there struggling as hard as the characters are. The 100 got me out of my dark year.
TheSelkie1990 Oh my gosh you play the flute as well? I really need to practice more it’s been so long and it makes me feel so happy, and no I completely understand I feel the exact same way about dystopian things!
* e m m i e * If you’re interested in checking it out, I have a music RUclips channel for my Irish music: Fiona Howell Music. I make a video for every Wednesday! I started my channel right before lockdown which was lucky timing. All my gigs are still cancelled...so, it’s nice to have something to do and it keeps me practicing. My new album should be out soon too!! Lockdown hasn’t stopped me from creating! 😀
Omg! I didn't know you listen to BTS or kpop in general. But, hi, I love BTS. I also love 00:00 but my faves are Spring Day, Mikrokosmos, Jamais Vu, and The Truth Untold. Actually, I have a lot a lot of favorites. I'm just so happy to know that you also listen to them 💜
Oh my goodness - that novel "Broken Wings" sounds beautiful! I've been searching for books with poetic writing (and recommendations welcome!) - I've recently started reading To The Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf and some of her lines just make me want to drown in her words cause they literally take my breath!
I get what you mean about needing to reset - for so long I have been practicing bad habits which inhibit progress for me. Its hard cause, honestly, it's so easy just slip into those bad habits but it makes life so much easier when I just... Don't! 😂 Hope you're feeling better today ❤️
I love your videos! Praying gets me out of my funk just asking God for strength and he's a God of more than enough. I'm a christian so for me that's the first thing I run too. Sending prayers your way!
I know you said you are interested in making asmr videos. I think you would be great at it! Please make book based asmr hearing you read a small part of the book was so relaxing! Also, I am so sorry you haven’t been feeling the best and sending you positive vibes⭐️
hi, lovely!
I'm so happy to see your channel growing, you deserve everything that is good in this world. honestly, your videos have helped me go through hard times and I want you to know how much they mean to me, thank you so so so much ♥♥♥
my question for you is a boring one, but what are some of your favourite quotes? (both from books and poems)
I hope you're having a wonderful day, always.
much love♡♡♡
I love your videos!! ✨🦋. (Question for the Q&A)
Since I’m planing on moving to a new country next year I need to take a very limited list of books with me, if you could choose only 5 books to take with you to a place, what books would you choose ? (Sorry for my English I’m not an English native speaker 😅)🦋
i know exactly what you mean about the veils :) i'm going through a rough time right now but this video made me feel super safe :) i'm about halfway through
will there be an updated bookshelf tour?
absolutely! :)
I'm three minutes through but I can already say I love this video
I'm sorry about your concussion, I really hope it gets better soon :(( love you and your videos ❤️
oh yay a qna ! i was wondering what your favorite things to bake are and your least favorite tropes in books ?
this vlog was lovely as always ☺️
Loved this video!! Also the face mask cracked me up 🤣
Broken Wings has to be one of my favourite books so believe me when I tell you, YOURE IN FOR A TREATT. also I'd recommend listening to the Musical on Spotify.
I felt the exact same about Good Omens, it was just to quirky and trying to hard to be funny so I dnfed it at around 100 pages
Eating pancakes and watching your vlog. This is my own self-care day lol.
I use your videos as a motivation to study xD ( ie i don't let myself watch it until i've finished x amount of lessons) ♥
Hi Emmie! Thank you so much for this. As someone with a chronic health condition I feel you and am so happy you are taking this time for self care! Also- if someone wanted to send you a book, how might one go about it? Totally understand if you are uncomfortable with getting packages from viewers so please don't worry if you would prefer not to be sent things! Thank you and take care!
I love Emma's old videos
I had very similar problems with Good Omens as well! I was at most mildly impressed, despite the theme is supposed to be one of my favourites lol So far my favourite book from Neil Gaiman is American Gods, but to be honest Neil Gaiman is not among my favourite authors haha.
love your vlogs! idk why you remind me of Dakota Johnson😂
U look like Dakota johonson a lot !!! Thank u for another Vlog 💞😀
Emma! hi! I just wanted to say hello and that your channel is so soothing and it's something I put on almost every morning while I'm drinking tea and getting ready for the day. I like how you often talk about mental health and are more open to talking about it in the future. I have bipolar disorder and ADHD and often experience executive functioning issues. I've found that some books can actually make me feel worse (emotionally, mentally, etc) and really bring me down and can also make reading feel like a chore. Are there any books/types of books that make you feel that way? Additionally, what books (or genre) make you feel better when you are feeling like functioning is harder than usual for you, and/or when you are feeling emotionally and mentally burn out? Hope you can respond! Thank you for being you ☺️🌻🦋
side note when u said in the video that making yourself do things when your brain doesn't wanna do them like I felt that too much wow >>>> 😩😩😩
So glad when i saw the notification of this😍❤❤❤. I finished reading the nightingale and it just broke me really. Do you have any recommendations for books that would make me feel happier and cheer me up?
Sailor Mars used to be my favorite too :)
If the fictional character Marianne from Sally Rooney’s Normal People and Girls’ Generation’s Tiffany Young ever had a love child!
I've been binging all your videos recently 😍 can't believe I'm this early 🥺❤
i love reading the first sentence also.
I read Good Omens a few months ago and I had a similar experience. I thought it was funny, but I never laughed out loud, it was more of "hey, this is clever". I enjoyed it overall, but didn't find it hilarious.
Oh my gosh!! I thought I was the only one who liked Ben Howard ❤
Oh yes I have a question! When you write your write your essays and analyze a piece of work, do you apply psychological concepts or is it more of personal critical thinking? 😄
My question: if you could be a character in any book genre which genre would you choose? :)) I love your vlogs so so much btw
Your dog is so cute!
i'm a huge fan of ben howard as well x
love everything in video
Well, congrats! You're so kind and lovely that i subscribe your Chanel with my 3 accounts. Hope you got better.
I love Earth's Own oat milk haha
Wow, 610 books? That's impressive!!
May I ask how old you are? xxx
Have you considered putting items on your Amazon wish list other than books?
you should watch tarkovsky's adaptation of 'solaris'!
AND WHATTTT YOU LISTEN TO BTS??!!! OH MY GODDD. I HAVE SUBSCRIBED TO THE RIGHT PERSON. 💜💜💜💜 I love zero o clock. Moon and zero o clock are my favourites from the album and of course Dynamite. 💜💜