Reading is Self-care

Reading Is Self-Care was created as a gentle reminder that rest is not something you earn—it’s something you deserve.

In a world that constantly asks us to move faster, do more, and push through, this collection invites you to slow down. To breathe. To return to yourself through stories. Reading is more than a hobby—it’s a form of care, a grounding ritual, and a quiet act of resistance.

Rooted in Mental Health Awareness, Radical Rest, and bookstore-as-safe-space energy, each piece in this collection honors softness as strength. Whether you’re reading to regulate your nervous system, reclaim moments of peace, or simply wander the shelves of your favorite bookstore, these pieces were designed to meet you there.