Read In, Act Out


Reading is about more than just decoding words.  The ability to pick up on writer's intentions, cannot be relegated to merely an action of the mind.  With practice, we can learn to sensitively read situations, body language and tones of voice from deep within.  Even to the point where we are unable to express it intelligibly.  When this happens, we should be careful not to allow frustration to set in, but instead allow ourselves to flow in the direction of practical love.

Reading is also about more than gaining new information.  When we read, we enter new worlds, make new friends and cause time to stand still, momentarily.  The changes that occur in the brain are unquantifiable but rest assured they are life-enhancing.  The Good Book, however, warns us against excessive study and devotion to books (Ecclesiastes 12:12 AMP.). This warning guards us against the imbalance of taking in too much, without finding practical use for it.

I trust that you have seen the pattern above; the pattern of knowledge going in as words and then going out in actions.  It is this delicate balance that causes growth.  Just like our respiratory systems - breathe in, breathe out - our mind/body connection requires read in, act out.  Although reading is good for us individually and collectively, the good is only useful when it rides the rhythm of regular reading and applicable actions.

Dr. Monica

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