Since we’re kids, it’s made pretty clear to us just how important and beneficial—and yes, even fun—reading is. But then you become an adult and you stop getting summer reading lists and you get very busy and all of a sudden you realize that you can’t even remember the last time you read a book. Oops. If that sounds familiar and you want to change it, here are some tips for helping you read more.
Read Books You Like
It may seem like an obvious one, but so many people try to force themselves to read the books that they feel like they “should” be reading, sacrificing the enjoyment and ultimately dropping off because they’re not actually having any fun at all. If you want to start building up a reading habit, it’s important to choose books you like. You can challenge yourself later on when you’re already in the habit of reading a lot.
Quit Early
Similarly, if you start a book and realize that you’re not feeling it as much as you expected, don’t hesitate to stop reading it. It’s okay to be a quitter in this context.
Build Reading Time Into Your Day
The best way to make a habit of reading is to include it into your routine. Whether it’s in the morning, before bed, during lunch, or on the bus, even 15 minutes of daily reading time will add up quick.
