The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go." -
In the past six months I have read more than in all my other years. My lifestyle changed with it. I am glad I did. I want you to help to read more. Not by one or two books a year but by ten or more. It is not as hard to read thirty books a year as you might think. Although, you will have to start with smaller goals to make a book more enjoyable.
1. Read two books at the same time
Most people read one book at a time. Although, it can be very handy. I do prefer read two books nowadays. Because in some moods you are likely to want to read a novel and other times when you are more concentrated you will be reading a non-fiction. So, try to read two different types of books at the same time.
2. Give audiobooks a try
I was skeptical about audiobooks in the beginning. Nevertheless, I gave it a try and it turns out to be one of the fastest ways to listen to a book. Although, I still think listening to non-fiction book is not that good of an idea. Mainly because you will easily miss some points when you are not that focused. Moreover, If you travel a lot you should give audiobooks a serious try it is really handy while traveling. Other people as well, give it a shot.
3. If you hate the book. Quit
One great thing to know: you don’t have to read a book for your goals. You read it to improve yourself. If you are struggling with a book. Just quit. I know when I was reading a book coming almost halfway and still I didn’t like it. So, I quit and read another book. One which didn’t took so much energy from me. Therefore, I was able to read it with more thought and focus.
4. Read physical books
New studies have shown that reading on a screen worse for you then physical books. You are more likely to be disturbed and less focused while reading an ebook. Personally I love to read page by page. The feeling of getting through a print book is just amazing :)
5. Have a book with you at all times
I usually take a book with me to school. It helps me to read more. When I am finished with my homework or just have some time left. I pick a book up and enjoy myself. I guess, you have also little moments during the day where you could read if you had a book. And if you sum those moments up you will maybe and up reading an hour more! I read a story a while ago about that Stephen King reads all day long. That when he was going to a movie he was reading until the movie started. What a legend, right?
6. Make a list of your books
If you keep a list of book you have read you will get a sense of achievements. Goodreads is a good (digital) place to keep track of your books. They also have lots of recommendations you can add to your to-read list. The community will give you the most diverse opinions. A great way to connect with lots of books. This will certainly motivate you!
7. Pick up smaller books.
It seems too obvious but it is not wrong to choose them. There are a lot of amazing small books. So, you will do no wrong to pick smaller books up. Such as Animal Farm by George Orwell.
You should read more it is scientifically proven to be good for your health. Moreover, you will education yourself with it. Therefore, try to implement these tips and read more!
Have a great day! And I will upload soon ;)
Ingmar Heikens
10/9/2018
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