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The reading method that can help you find a way out of your stress – Sydney Morning Herald
The idea of using fiction to support mental wellbeing is being explored with a new podcast that guides readers through short stories and poetry.
According to Susan McLaine at State Library Victoria (SLV), it’s been around a long time, most commonly used in psychology and cognitive therapy, using self-help books. The idea of using fiction is more recent.
A practising bibliotherapist, McLaine has created a podcast for SLV using short stories and poetry. She describes bibliotherapy as “dwelling time”. In the nine-part series, she reads aloud and guides listeners, encouraging calm, comfort and reflection.
“Even just slowing down and relaxi…
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