I love reading.
reading actual books, I don't mind reading ebooks.
a lovely fragrance.
But in this highly distracted age of ubiquitous social media, particularly video culture, who has time to curl up with a book?
Almost two to three hours a day are spent watching television and using smartphones by adults.
Check your screen time before reading this article any further. You'll be shocked to see how much time you squander every day lazily browsing through your smartphone.
about devoting a portion of that time to reading?
I'm going to talk about the advantages of reading today.
I wrote a piece about the impact of reading on the brain a few weeks ago, and it went viral. If you're interested in learning more, click on these articles.
Did any of the following questions jump into your mind regarding reading?
Can it prevent Alzheimer's?What about stress management?What about longevity?Can you live longer if you just read more?What about vocabulary?
No doubt, reading more books will introduce you to new words.
Almost every profession requires you to be articulate and well-spoken.
is far simpler to pick up new words while reading than it is to read or commit them to memory when using a dictionary.
words can gradually find their way into your everyday talks if you are constantly exposed to them.
and concentration.
take frequent interruptions to inadvertently check your phone or engage in social media conversations.
come to the conclusion that the experience has been entirely ineffective.
What took place?
Reading is one habit you can cultivate, literally right now, to improve your concentration.
Reading is an ACTIVE activity that requires your utmost focus on which part to pay attention to and which to go and move on to. How do you make sure to connect ideas?
You will be amazed that reading for just 20 minutes daily will help you focus better.
Books have the power to inspire you and lead you into new experiences. Reading is not boring because there are so many books available. It just requires you to make reading a habit.
You can get fresh ideas to apply in your personal or professional life by reading different genes.
It can improve your ability for problem-solving.
Books about self-help can assist you in clearing your mind. Your true potential can be unlocked by books if you make it a habit to act.
Those who have read seriously are the ones who come up with all of the best ideas.
All great ideas are born to the people who have taken up reading seriously.
Albert Einstein also believed that regular readers had a greater imagination and could discover more than an average human who did not read much.
Scientists believe that reading stimulates the brain's right side and opens the mind to new possibilities.
Reading children's fairy tales—literally, anything that is pure fiction—can activate their left hemispheres.
It facilitates understanding of spoken cues.
Understanding the scenario and forming an image in your mind helps.
First of all, you might have to try to recall where you put your car keys.
However, it doesn't take long for you to begin forgetting names and dates. Reading every day helps maintain mental acuity.
Your brain's overall health will improve over time from all those little words.
According to a study, reading extensively throughout your life significantly reduces your risk of developing mental illnesses like dementia or Alzheimer's.
Isn't that a great habit to get into in order to eventually wave goodbye to memory loss?
Even in older life, those who are intellectually engaged in obtaining a formal education exhibit a reduced rate of cognitive deterioration.
How well do you perform under duress?
One of the finest ways to manage stress is to read. When your thoughts are occupied with other urgent matters, it's an excellent method to prevent.
According to studies, reading for at least half an hour every day can significantly lower stress levels. It affects your brain in the same way as laughing does.
Everyone desires to befriend more people.
Books can be your best friends. Books are actually the best friends.
With more knowledge, you can express your views on many topics. Naturally, people will be attracted to your charismatic personality.
You don't have to make excuses to leave a conversation. Instead, you'll always have something to add to it.
You will be able to be friends with people with varied areas of interest.
This can be especially important for introverts.
Reading can help you to achieve your dream personality in the long run.
Reading can satisfy the need for human connection.
They don't feel left out as they can still live a socially fulfilling life.
All the blue light from the screen makes your brain more alert.
That is why researchers believe that using screens is the worst habit before bedtime.
Develop a routine that can slowly put you to sleep. Make it a habit to read every day before you go to bed.
It can even be for 10–20 minutes.
It can take your mind off whatever is bothering you.
Some might feel that fictional books are for kids.
A study shows that people who read more fiction did better when they demonstrated social empathy.
Stories can unzip the secret chambers of your heart to tuck those new characters into it carefully. You become one with the storyline.
You start seeing the world through the characters' eyes.
A mix of fiction and non-fiction should be the ideal combination for reading.
I read only non-fiction books; after researching this article, I will spend some time reading fiction. I will do it like I develop healthy habits by starting a 30-day fiction reading challenge. Are you up for it?
Even if being a writer is not your ultimate dream, you should try reading.
Reading different styles of other authors can improve your writing style.
The more you read, the more this will be reflected in your writing.
All writers are avid readers.
It helps them find a direction for their thought processes.
Who doesn't want to live longer?
We think that only exercising and having the best diet are the ways to achieve it.
But there is more to it.
Something as simple as reading can be a fun way to live long.
Studies have shown that people who read regularly live longer than their peers.
So, there is always time to develop this habit, starting today.
If you dream of living long, you also need to fuel your body with the right food.
Key takeaways
Reading every day has numerous benefits. Let me recall the article.
Reading reveals you to new words in context, making it easier to learn and incorporate them into your daily conversations.
Developing a reading habit helps train your mind to focus.
Reading a variety of genres can provide inspiration, new ideas, and problem-solving skills for personal and professional life.
Reading stimulates creativity.
Reading strengthens your imagination.
Lifelong reading and continuous learning have been linked to a reduced risk of cognitive decline (Alzheimer's disease)
Reading is a therapeutic activity that can help alleviate stress.
Reading can help to promote relaxation.
Reading can help to improve mental well-being.
Reading enhances knowledge, communication skills, and social empathy.
Reading has the power to make you more interesting and engaging to others.
Do you know of any other benefits of reading? Let me know in the comments.
Recommended book:
As a new reader, please check my holistic health, productivity, and well-being stories reflecting my reviews, observations, and 30+ days of experiments (29 completed so far) to build a sustainable healthy lifestyle.
I also write about the general philosophy of life. For your convenience, here are the links.
I'm building a community of like-minded people, and I'd love for you to be part of it. Sign up below — it's free!