Just A Fragile Soul

Just a fragile human being trying to survive in a scary world

[justafragilesoul]

Why reading is so important

I’ve spent most of my childhood and teenage years reading tons of books. The only presents I asked for were books.

Then, suddenly, all my enthusiasm was gone. All reading became related to studying, pressure, performing...

At first I didn’t thing it was a big deal, maybe a little phase, but I didn’t read a single non-study related book in FOUR years.

It felt like “wasting time” wasn’t an option.

How wrong I was.

Quarantine made my insomnia a lot worse. I was so tired that I spent entire days on my phone. Then One day, while tidying up my room, I saw a book that brought back so many memories.

2009.

When life was easy, no anxiety, no tomorrow or past. Just the present. Having an happy childhood is the biggest privilege and luxury.

I’ve read it again. And then I’ve managed to read 16 books in a few months. It felt like I was giving myself the possibility of being happy again. Of having a little time for myself.

My grades went up and my mood did too. I feel like I’ve learnt more in these few months than in whole years.

Ps: Leigh Bardugo is my new favorite writer. So unproblematic, toughtful, talented.

Pps: Goodreads is such a useful app. Love it

[justafragilesoul]

On the importance of “pointless” activities

Being a university student, I’ve spent 3 whole years feeling guilty about doing things for my pure entertainment.

Everyone’s so obsessed with “productivity”. Living every second like it’s your last, acting like everything must be super meaningful and useful.

But the truth is that the human brain needs space. Little habits, comfort activities ect.

Being 100% all the time isn’t only impossible, but also creates a sense of continous frustration.

Why is reading non-university related books considered useless? Why is watching movies, taking a little time for youself “wasting time”?

I’ve burn out so many times that i don’t even remember how it feels to be okay.

Caring about the future is important, but is putting so much pressure on ourselves the right solution?

[stars-bean]

Whisper of the Heart (1995) dir. Yoshifumi Kondō

[justafragilesoul]

About the COVID-19.

I’m from Italy and here the situation is getting worse and worse. The politicians and journalists are assholes and hospitals are collapsing.

We’re lucky to have free health care but nobody was ready for something so Big.

The worst thing is how people are reacting. I get it, it’s not an easy ordinary situation, but you’re not in danger. We Don’t give a fuck about people ESCAPING FROM WAR ZONES but at the minimum difficulty people are overreacting. Poor babies, not going to concerts or clubs is the worst thing That could happen to human race :(

People completely lack common sense and empathy. They’re endangering old people and people with diseases just for their selfish needs.

We really deserve extintion.

[justafragilesoul]

My Inspiration.

Since I’m starting this blog, I want to share with You my favorite human Being in the world: Artist AURORA.

Maybe some of You know her for Frozen’s soundtrack, but she’s an amazing and complete artist. All her songs are inspirational and her lifestyle is too.

She’s an exemple of true freedom, artistic expression and spirituality.

These are some of her advises to which I relate a lot!

Let me hear what you think about her 💕

[justafragilesoul]

Hi everyone!

I’m a 22 years old student going through a very difficult part of my life (like most students do). I want to use this blog as a way to explore myself and maybe help others who are going through the same thing.

Currently seeking a professional, my advises are merely subjective, so don’t take them too seriously. They might work for some and not work for others.

I don’t have a specific diagnosis but I suffer from a form of anxiety and dealing with a past of being a victim of bullying.

I hope to share with You some interesting thoughts 💕 Sometimes even a stranger can help you a lot.