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    Do Nothing: How To Break Away From Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving

    Do Nothing: How To Break Away From Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving by Celeste Headlee https://celesteheadlee.com/do-nothing-book/
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    What are the challenges of using physical books?

    The question: Is it challenging to read printed material? If so, why? Things that might make a difference: The paper stock - glossy (too reflective or slippery) or matt? Colours or color contrast Font size Use of images The balance of text and white space Hard and soft cover books The physical...
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    Useful books relating to ME- for patients, and others

    Hi:) I thought it would be good to have a thread of books that you have found helpful about ME and related topics- eg, POTS, chronic illness, dealing with pain etc. This would be a useful place for newbies to start, as well as a good resource for us veterans. Include: Title author, what it is...