I think reading a book is like opening a portal to an alternate reality. The contents of the book surely have to bounce around in one's subconscious for a time before being replaced by newer experiences. This is why I've recently stopped reading H.P. Lovecraft right before bed. Whenever I read a spiritual book (eg: something written by the Dalai Lama) I find that it makes me feel more peaceful as I go about my daily activities.
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