One of my greatest passions has always been reading. For as long as I can remember, books have been a constant companion, transporting me to different worlds, introducing me to fascinating ideas, and offering a quiet refuge from the noise of daily life. But in recent years, I’ve noticed a shift—a slow drift away from the immersive joy of reading as I once knew it.
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In the past, my home was a literary playground. Every room had its designated book. There was always one on my bedside table, another propped up in the kitchen for stolen moments of reading while waiting for the kettle to boil, and yet another resting on the arm of the living room sofa. A stack of unread treasures always waited in the wings, their covers promising adventure, knowledge, or inspiration. My tastes were eclectic—fiction, non-fiction, and everything in between. It didn’t matter as long as the pages drew me in.
Lately, however, I’ve found myself consuming more content on screens, compelled by convenience or necessity, but not by genuine enthusiasm. Reading on a computer or tablet lacks the magic that holding a physical book brings. I miss the tactile experience—the weight of the book in my hands, the scent of freshly printed pages, the satisfying rustle as I turn each one. There’s something irreplaceable about being able to flip back to a favorite passage, tracing the words again and again as if committing them to memory.
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What I long for most is the ritual of it all. Stretching out on the sofa with a cozy blanket, a steaming cup of Earl Grey or coffee within reach, and a good book in hand feels like the ultimate indulgence. It’s not just reading—it’s an escape, a way to disconnect from the pressures of the day and immerse myself in the lives of characters, unravel gripping plots, or explore profound ideas. That sacred time spent with a book is one of life’s purest joys.
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Books are more than entertainment to me; they’re essential. I can’t imagine a vacation without a few carefully chosen titles tucked into my bag. To travel without books feels as though I’ve left behind the soul of the journey. Similarly, winding down at night without reading, even if just a page or two, feels incomplete. That moment before sleep, with a book in hand, is a small but vital comfort—a signal that the day is drawing to a peaceful close.
Rekindling my love for physical books feels like reclaiming a part of myself, a return to something deeply comforting and enriching. Because in a world that moves so fast, the timeless pleasure of reading is a gentle reminder to slow down, breathe, and lose myself in the beauty of words.
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The writer is a lawyer, academic and political analyst. She has authored a book titled ‘A Comparative Analysis of Media & Media Laws in Pakistan.’ She can be contacted at: yasmeenali62@gmail.com and tweets at @yasmeen_9
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