Reading can provide solace to us as individuals, families and communities during this stay-at-home period, say Loh Chin Ee and Tan Tarn How.
For example, this would be a good time to read one of the many publications of poetry written by migrant workers in Singapore, who are so much in the news these days.In these times of COVID-19 and social distancing, reading is also a way to stay connected to others.
They might even try an unusual lockdown reading activity that has emerged called Silent Zoom, where people come together to enjoy their own books in the silent company of others. First, reading helps one keep in touch with the world and avoid a feeling of being isolated. It can also help maintain mental wellness through bibliotherapy, where reading is used to find solutions to personal challenges by encouraging connections and conversations with others.
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