Did you know March was actually National Optimism Month? March is over, but we could all still use some optimism. It’s tough to keep your spirits up right now, but it’s important to try! Here are some titles, fiction and nonfiction, to help you do what you need to stay optimistic, whether it’s escapism, making some meaningful change in your actions or thoughts, or just being plain silly. For help downloading, visit JMRL’s eLibrary or ask a Librarian for help. Don’t have a library card? Sign up online for a temporary card for instant access to ebooks, audiobooks, databases, and more.
- Every Body Yoga by Jessamyn Stanley Freading eBook Overdrive eBook
- Collect Raindrops by Nikki McClure Freading eBook
- The All-Girl’s Filling Station’s Last Reunion by Fannie Flagg Overdrive eBook RB Digital eBook
- Organize for a Fresh Start by Susan Fay West Overdrive eBook
- The Wangs vs. The World by Jade Chang Overdrive eBook RB Digital Audiobook
- Everything Happens for a Reason and Other Lies I’ve Loved by Kate Bowler Overdrive eBook Overdrive Audiobook
- The Art of Living: Peace and Freedom in the Here and Now by Thich Nhat Hanh Freading eBook
- All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot Freading eBook
- Sorta Like a Rock Star by Matthew Quick Overdrive eBook
- The Intelligent Optimist’s Guide to Life by Jurriaan Kamp Freading eBook
- Big Mushy Happy Lump by Sarah Andersen Freading eBook
- P.G. Wodehouse in His Own Words by Barry Day Freading eBook
- Be a Unicorn & Live Life on the Bright Side by Sarah Ford Freading eBook
- Rumi: Bridge to the Soul by Jalal Al-Din Rumi and Coleman Barks Freading eBook
- Living With a Wild God: A Nonbeliever’s Search for the Truth About Everything by Barbara Ehrenreich Overdrive Audiobook
- The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu Overdrive eBook Overdrive Audiobook
- Unicorn Your Life by Mary Flannery Freading eBook
- The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle Overdrive eBook
- Pollyanna by Eleanor H. Porter Overdrive Audiobook
Sometimes all it takes to cheer up is some good news, or some pictures. Take a look at Upworthy, or how about some cute animals? Not being able to go out can get claustrophobic. Get a little of the great outdoors with the National Park Service.
Music can change the whole tone of your day. Try out something to help you Work from Home, or just Have a Great Day.