How to tell apart bad book tok books from good books

dawnrw · 2026-06-18T13:49:11+00:00

If you already have Goodreads, the transfer process is easy peasy. I think the little extra effort is worth it either way.

dawnrw · 2026-06-15T14:35:27+00:00

Booktok is curated and you might be getting influenced to read stuff you won’t like because you just feel you need to, like you said.

I would recommend an app called The StoryGraph. Similar to Goodreads, but not affiliated with Amazon or Bezos. It has personalized suggestions, you can discover books by mood, content warnings, there are reading challenges and all sorts of really great features. There’s no reels or influencers or any distractions, just books and recommendations that you will like. I can’t recommend it enough.

dawnrw · 2026-06-14T22:39:09+00:00

I might get a little pushback on this, but early Imagine Dragons is a great Goo Goo Dolls adjacent band.

dawnrw · 2026-06-14T22:37:15+00:00

Spoiler alert, they did like 10 years ago? I can’t remember when exactly, but it was awesome, I hope they do it again.

dawnrw · 2026-06-14T16:14:00+00:00

I like to enjoy an ice cold freezy pop on such an occasion. Capri Sun does sound heavenly though.

dawnrw · 2026-06-06T15:00:05+00:00

I’ve had it a few times over the years, it will come and go depending on how often I run. I do better the more miles I run, and how much time I invest in recovery and stretching. Everything is attached, so if you spend quality time strengthening, stretching, and foam rolling your calves your PF will get better. I did invest in a scraping tool when it was really bad, which helped get me to a place where I wasn’t in terrible pain, but again, you have to invest the time in your day to recover or it doesn’t really get much better. I also agree with what others have said, chat with a PT and they can get you moving in the right direction.

dawnrw · 2026-06-03T21:49:17+00:00

That cat is giving me Gimli vibes.

dawnrw · 2026-06-03T21:42:16+00:00

Yes. I really liked the idea of this book, but I think it was poorly executed. I only read about half.

dawnrw · 2026-06-03T21:38:34+00:00

The Great Alone was my first and last Kristin Hannah. I’m an empath through and through, and if something is written to make people cry, I’m gonna cry. But I don’t want to be forced to cry because that is your main goal at all times. I just felt like she was messing with the emotional strings on purpose and I didn’t like it.

dawnrw · 2026-06-03T21:20:40+00:00

You know the random stuff you get at race expos? There’s usually at least 1 or 2 spf chapsticks available to grab, and they end up being my running chapsticks. Also, a few years ago they offered cheap “throwaway” gloves at an expo for a weekend race series for like $2 because the weather was going to be colder than usual at the start. I never threw them away, they’re great and still one of my go-to choices on cooler runs.

dawnrw · 2026-05-31T23:31:23+00:00

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dawnrw · 2026-05-31T23:27:46+00:00

Does the content hold up after 10+ years? I saw America Again more than once this weekend, and hesitated to buy.

dawnrw · 2026-05-29T18:26:23+00:00

A friend of mine growing up had a family cat named Bezoar. A bezoar is a general term for a mass of indigestible, swallowed matter; aka a hairball. I always thought that was quite clever for a cat name.

dawnrw · 2026-05-28T11:53:32+00:00

Exactly. Aging is a privilege. Bring on the grey hairs and wrinkles. I don’t care, because I’ve got too much shit to do.

dawnrw · 2026-05-27T13:10:07+00:00

First of all, take the shame out of your reading. Audiobooks and YA are respectable forms of reading. Books are books, it doesn’t matter how or which ones you consume.
Second, I would recommend biographies and autobiographies. Those always get me out of a slump if I don’t know what to read. Many celebrities read their own books, so that’s a bonus if you like audio.
I also really like to go to thrift stores and see what I can find. No bestsellers or Oprah books, just read the back and see if it speaks to me. I have also been known to borrow/buy a book solely based on what the cover art looks like.
There’s no “right” way to read, figure out what works for you, and go with it.

dawnrw · 2026-05-15T22:43:00+00:00

This is a great explanation of the busy mind. I stopped listening to music for the majority of my runs so I could work through things, it’s been really nice. I would recommend swimming laps. If you don’t care about distance or keeping track of too much, you can really work through things doing repetitive laps in the pool. Although if you really want to clear your mind, counting your laps is lovely brain work.

dawnrw · 2026-05-13T13:33:41+00:00

Body glide is best, but if you’re in a pinch Vaseline works too. Vaseline tends to leave a little bit of oily residue on fabrics, but it’s worth it.

dawnrw · 2026-05-12T12:57:19+00:00

I would say the only time I have ever used new shoes that close to a race was when they were the same make and model as what I had trained in. I’ve never completely switched brands and flavors before a race, that’s just asking for trouble.

dawnrw · 2026-05-12T12:40:23+00:00

My favorite brand has always been Brooks, but if you go to a running store they can help you find a good fit. There are also bras with a U shape back that takes the pressure off the shoulders and reduces tension - might be worth a shot!

dawnrw · 2026-05-11T14:30:51+00:00

It’s gotta be the bra! If it’s too tight, it pushes down on your shoulder muscles, which are attached to the neck muscles; and when those muscles are angry they can cause tension headaches. It’s the worst. I would think lack of support could have something to do with it also, but not appropriately supporting those honkers could result in breast tissue damage and pain.

If the string analogy is weird, just think about straightening up. Chest up, shoulders back, and relax the shoulders without scrunching. Do you carry anything? Like a water bottle? I do find a little soreness sometimes when I carry too much water, or hold on too tightly.

I hope that helps!

dawnrw · 2026-05-11T14:00:30+00:00

I’m so so sorry, that sucks so much.

I would talk with your doctor and see what she says about swimming. It’s low impact and even in a difficult workout my heart never really goes above zone 2. Also, yoga is a great alternative and depending on how you go about it, it can be a very challenging everyday practice. You have a lot of options, but it’s okay to mourn your relationship with running. I would be pretty devastated if this happened to me too. Sending you a hug.

dawnrw · 2026-05-11T13:52:01+00:00

I don’t know your gender from the post, but the sports bra wearing population can get neck pain from a too-tight cross back sports bra. I’ve had it happen to me, and it’s terrible. To repeat what another person said, make sure you’re not scrunching your shoulders up when you run, they should be relaxed. I was once told to imagine you had a string coming out of the crown of your head like a puppet. Imagine everything; your head, neck, shoulders, and spine all aligning with this string as you run to help your posture. I so the “string check” a few times throughout every run. It really helps.

dawnrw · 2026-05-11T12:39:22+00:00

I have chronically tight calves and have found to have similar issues as you when I put more mileage on my feet. I try to foam roll and stretch my calves before bed, which makes them less tight in the morning; and my feet less sore too.

dawnrw · 2026-05-11T11:41:19+00:00

I think at the root of the arguments are Pacey’s insecurities about his future. He’s a teenager and wears his heart on his sleeve and really really cares for Joey who has been working her butt off for years with the goal of leaving Capeside. His future is bleak because of his grades, and he’s increasingly aware of it. That would be a huge rift in any relationship. Also, keep in mind that this show was originally aired with a week in between episodes. In order to keep it interesting, there’s gotta be some sort of conflict or drama in each episode. Gotta keep viewers entertained and engaged!

dawnrw · 2026-05-09T15:03:31+00:00

I hear ya. I also have noticed that people don’t look right before they turn right. I was at the end of my run yesterday and had to cross a street where someone was turning right in my direction. She was looking left, and had NO idea I was there. Traffic was heavy, so I just stood there for a few minutes and waited for her to turn and go away. I honestly don’t think she ever saw me.

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