Miranda

sit in the sun without anything to do, feel the heat of the rays hit your skin, realize that this sunlight has travelled a very long way to reach you

walk around barefoot and try to feel as much of the ground under your feet as you can, notice every rock and blade of grass

sit quietly for a while and notice the touch of breath in your nostrils, feel how the air gets cooler as you inhale and warmer as you exhale

drive around aimlessly and blast some of your favorite songs, scream/sing along to them and feel the vibrations of your favorite lyrics as they change the air in your throat and around you, feel that the music is healing you from the inside out

stay away from alcohol or drugs for a few days, try to be as aware and present as you can in every moment, stop trying to numb or dull your senses

eat a few meals without any distractions, notice every bite and taste every flavor that covers your tongue, be grateful for it all

You want weapons? Go to a library. Books are the best weapons in the world.” –Doctor Who

Books have a unique way of capturing us, which surpass the expectations of film and documentaries. The worst thing you can do is to limit yourself to reading only a few books or genres. The best thing you can do is to find out your interests and inform yourself on different subjects. You’ll find that your newly found passions will grow along with your knowledge. You will make the delicious discovery of the heavy weight of knowing that you know nothing. If you’re looking for books that will challenge your mind body and soul and cause you to see the world in new ways, look no further than the following seven books (just kidding, look further).