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A review by itsliterarylexi
Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto by Tricia Hersey
hopeful
informative
reflective
slow-paced
3.0
while i found this book quite intriguing, i must admit it didn't fully resonate with me as much as i hoped it would! the central premise revolves around using rest as a form of resistance against our capitalistic society, which is a compelling idea. however, i couldn't shake the feeling that the message was somewhat overshadowed by the constant repetition of phrases centered around "capitalism and white supremacy." after finishing the book, that’s pretty much what lingered in my mind.
the author shares personal insights about what rest means to her and emphasizes its importance, but the section on how to actually incorporate rest into our lives felt a bit like an afterthought. i’ve listened to interviews with Tricia discussing both her book and her Nap Ministry, and my takeaway was similar: there’s a lack of depth when it comes to practical strategies for utilizing rest as a tool for resistance.
to be fair, the book does offer a few methods here and there, but if the goal is to empower readers to use rest as a form of resistance, why not dive deeper into that concept? it would have been more impactful to explore resources and actionable steps rather than get bogged down with political jargon. a balance between theory and practice could elevate the message and engage readers more fully. overall, it's a thought-provoking read, but i left wanting more when it came to practical guidance on making rest a meaningful part of our lives.
the author shares personal insights about what rest means to her and emphasizes its importance, but the section on how to actually incorporate rest into our lives felt a bit like an afterthought. i’ve listened to interviews with Tricia discussing both her book and her Nap Ministry, and my takeaway was similar: there’s a lack of depth when it comes to practical strategies for utilizing rest as a tool for resistance.
to be fair, the book does offer a few methods here and there, but if the goal is to empower readers to use rest as a form of resistance, why not dive deeper into that concept? it would have been more impactful to explore resources and actionable steps rather than get bogged down with political jargon. a balance between theory and practice could elevate the message and engage readers more fully. overall, it's a thought-provoking read, but i left wanting more when it came to practical guidance on making rest a meaningful part of our lives.