Air, water and food literally make up the cells that we refer to as “I”. An acknowledgment that a polluted environment equates to a polluted mind and body is a truth that will help us overcome certain self destructive behaviours.

In a world where life relies on homeostasis, moderation is essential. Addiction, mental illness and disease can all be attributed to an excess or deficiency of something. Love is the exception; more only enhances one’s life where too little diminishes it.

The benefits of reading are endless. From broadening one’s perspective (resulting in greater empathy) to interpersonal communication (which encourages community) to memory retention (which strengthens one’s brain) not reading or suppressing another’s ability to read is unethical.