Most of us are not reading in the traditional form anymore― we are not taking a moment to sit down and read a good book. I love reading, but sadly, sometimes I just don’t have the time. I’m going to be honest with you, it’s actually been about three weeks since I last read a book. I try to balance my time so that I can complete my tasks, but there’s always at least one thing that I miss on my to-do list. In some cases, that one thing that I missed during the day is reading a couple of pages from whatever book I’m reading.
You may be thinking, “I read all the time.” Of course you do! Perhaps you read an article on your phone or a social media post that a friend shared on their feed, but are you reading in the traditional way? Many people think that reading a book is boring, and I get it. I used to think the same way when I was younger; later on, I discovered otherwise. I also learned that picking up a book and reading it can reduce stress and anxiety. So, it can be very beneficial and fun.
Having grown up with technology, our generation doesn’t find much interest in reading books; instead, social media has become our main source of entertainment. We might agree that even if we do decide to read, sometimes it gets hard to focus on long papers or books. Sometimes our concentration starts to drift off after reading two or three pages, which I can totally relate to. If the first few pages don’t catch my attention quickly, it’s difficult to maintain my interest in reading. However, I have some tips that have helped me achieve my reading goals that I hope can help you too.
So, maybe you are not reading in the traditional way, but you can begin to do so. It’s never too late to expand our horizons! I encourage you to find a nice book to read and have some alone time while reading it. Maybe sit down and enjoy some nice coffee or tea while you read. You can read at home or at a refreshing place outdoors. I’ve read at the beach, at parks, and at the classic Starbucks. Reading has brought out a new side of me and has helped me learn more vocabulary, improve my writing skills, and simply find delight in words. It is a world of imagination, a world without limits. Maybe there, you can find whatever you feel you’re missing. Maybe in a book, you can find your new hobby, profession, goals, or you might even come across the perfect advice for a situation that you’re going through. So, give reading a try!