August Wrap-Up: Books, K-Dramas, and Films
I don't have a very large collection of metaphorical utensils, specifically the spoons.
The National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability explains spoon theory as,
"...a simple metaphor created by Christine Miserandino, a blogger living with lupus, to explain what it’s like to live with limited energy. In her writing, she uses spoons to represent units of energy. Every task, big or small, costs a spoon. Getting out of bed might cost one spoon. Taking a shower could take two more. By the time breakfast is over, you might already be down a few spoons...For people with chronic fatigue, pain or other health conditions, this metaphor helps explain why people may not be able to “just push through.” When spoons run out, that’s it –there’s no reserve tank..."
I was reminded of this theory this past month from a book I had been reading, the first time I heard about it was with my therapist, but I'm glad I had the reminder that was shown in the book practically.
It gave me the self awareness I needed to have in order to not become burnt out after crawling through the better half of the month of August. I new I was at a breaking point, so with courage, I backed off from my over ambitious schedule and revaluated what I could do without feeling like my only other option was to not exist, aka, there wasn't another option other then reevaluation. Life is still a lot right now but it's better. For this reason I didn't post my review of a K-drama I finished, as even that seemed to much for me.
“Know thyself” or “Know thy spoons,” both in this case are the same, and as I go into a new school year I plan to live by it. For university my posting schedule might not always be consistent but in order to keep on going, I have to consider myself and what I can reasonably do.
Thank you again for taking the time to read my post. If you have also have a limited spoon supply, I'd love to read your thoughts in the comments below about how you feel about Christine Miserandino's theory. 🖤🖤🖤
Monthly Wrap-Up
Table of Contents
Queen Amid Ashes: A Tale of the Sun Eater by Christopher Ruocchio — DNF
After walking through the darkest of nights, you believe you know the meaning of true darkness, that is until you reach the planet where a queen sits underneath her decimated city, a heap of ruins. But this ruin is the least of the horrors Hadrian Marlow is about to face in his new knighted position in the days and hours to come.
Overall, I surprisingly found myself bored despite the life-threatening crises. I am motivated by moral revelations and floridity, as well as relationships in books; it is no surprise I feel I couldn't pick it up less I be at risk of burn out. I wasn't thrilled at the gruesomeness, although I feel like it could've been worse—not that I wanted it to be; less would have been more in this case. I unfortunately won't be continuing the series for the time being out of consideration for my own motivation.
Read my full review of Queen Amid Ashes: A Tale of the Sun Eater by Christopher Ruocchio
The Howling Dark by Christopher Ruocchio — 4 stars
If the collective conscience in a society is quiet, can you tell, or is the silence loud, does that type of darkness howl? In this novel Hadrian experience firsthand the darkness that hides in the shadows of the Solean Empire and we as the reader are privy to looking behind the curtain with him.
I would recommend this book with a clear warning to readers; You should brace yourself for, and consider skipping, some content if you're a sensitive reader like me. but overall it was good. 4 out of 5
Read my full review of The Howling Dark by Christopher Ruocchio
Studies in Medieval and Renaissance Literature by C.S. Lewis — 4 stars
Studies in Medieval and Renaissance Literature by C.S. Lewis is a compilation of work gathered by C.S. Lewis's secretary after Lewis's death. Lewis, as a medieval history professor, had over the years compiled several essays, notes, and other things noting his observations on select works and the greater body of medieval literature. Medieval literature was published by C.S. Lewis's secretary at the allowance of C.S. Lewis's family members.
I enjoyed this compilation of works, even though I was unfamiliar with medieval literature in general. I would recommend this book to any who wants a challenging read, both linguistically as well as in ideas as it confronts modern perceptions of what the culturally medieval period must have been like. Overall, I give this book 4 out of 5 stars.
Read my full review of Studies in Medieval and Renaissance Literature by C.S. Lewis
Winnie-the-Pooh by A.A.Milne — 4.5 stars
In the Hundred Acre Wood there lived animals, stuffed, but very much alive. Each with their own individual struggles and flaws, and each with their own attachments to Christopher Robin, a boy from the real world.
Reading Winnie-the-Pooh was a very enjoyable experience. And I highly recommend anybody to pick up the book, weather young or old, I give this book 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Read my full review of Winnie-the-Pooh by A.A.Milne
That's all folks! If you’re planning to read or watch anything from my August wrap-up list, feel free to comment below! ❤❤❤
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