Reading books can bring a much needed mental escape

Diving into a book can boost your mental health! In fact, a University of Sussex study found that reading can reduce stress levels by 68%.  

This Mindful Mondays episode features Chely Cantrell, a librarian with Hillsborough County Public Libraries. Getting lost in a good book can help you destress after a long day by providing a sense of escapism. Books can also help you discover and develop new hobbies. Libraries have a treasure trove of books and resources on all kinds of hobbies for you to discover.    

Included in this series:

Hillsborough County Mindful Mondays 

Mindful Mondays promotes different ways you can make your mental health a priority, despite having a busy schedule. From chair yoga virtual classes to tips on how to decompress after a long day, Hillsborough County's Mindful Mondays has various interactive resources for you to access, no matter what day or time it is. New content is updated on a continuing basis.   

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