I realized I missed reading books for pleasure and I decided to make time every day for reading . Since then , I have consistently read over 100 books a year and have discovered some tips to reignite the love of reading into a busy parent ’ s life .
Choose wisely .
Before you attempt to increase your time spent reading , consider your motivation . Are you reading for pleasure or are you wanting to learn something new ? When you pick up your next read , choose wisely . Figure out what type of books you most enjoy and read those . It will be easier to move quickly through books if you actually like them . If it feels like a chore , you are less likely to dedicate time to reading .
Never leave home without it .
I always have my book with me because I read during any free time I have . If I ’ m in the doctor ’ s waiting room , the pickup line at school , or even waiting in line at the grocery store I will open my book and read . I see many people looking at their phones as they wait , instead reach for your book . A few minutes here and there really add up .
Try a new format .
I encourage you to try reading books in a different format to increase the amount of books you are able to read . Use apps to read or listen to books on the go . It ’ s not always practical to bring a big heavy book along on your errands but ebooks and audiobooks are portable and can be read on an ereader , phone , or tablet and are available at your local library . Audiobooks are also a great way to read more ( yes audiobooks count as reading ). You can listen while you do household chores or during your commute . Audiobooks can also be sped up so that you are able to move through the book at a quicker pace than traditional reading
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