Should reading make you feel happy?

Do you feel happy every time you read? Keep reading, then leave a comment to join this dialogue. And don’t forget to check out today’s writing prompt at the bottom of this post.

I don't know about you, but I don’t always feel happy after reading, especially if I'm reading something sad, reflective, or adrenaline-inducing. Yet I always feel better overall, calmer, more mentally astute, when I read. And my life tends to be less stressful and more fulfilling when I read on a regular basis.

Sometimes I swear I can feel my blood pres…