Trouble sleeping Quote by Shirley Jackson
““At my age an hour's reading before bedtime is essential, and I wisely brought Pamela with me. If any of you has trouble sleeping, I will read aloud to you. I never yet knew anyone who could not fall asleep with Richardson being read aloud to him.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Haunting of Hill House, 1959
Reading before bed can calm the mind and aid sleep, especially when shared with a comforting presence.
In simple terms: Bedtime reading so sleep.
Key Takeaway
Read nightly to relax.
Themes
sleep
comfort
rituals
Mood
calming
cozy
Type
advice
personal narrative
When to use this quote
- parenting
- insomnia relief
- bedtime routines
Key Concepts
psychology
habit formation
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you have a bedtime reading habit?
- How does sharing reading affect sleep?
A Different Perspective
May not work for those who dislike being read to.
