From: The Art and Science of Reclaiming the Written Word

Are you reading books you actually like, or books you think you should like?

Forcing yourself through dense classics because they seem prestigious is a quick way to kill your habit. True reading joy comes from alignment with your actual, raw curiosity.

Action

Write down three topics you are genuinely obsessed with right now, completely ignoring what is considered 'smart' or literary.

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Designing your environment by placing physical books in sight and moving reading apps to your pho...

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Setting an ultra-low daily target, like reading just one page or five minutes, is highly effectiv...

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Abandoning books that do not engage you within the first 40 to 50 pages prevents reading slumps.

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The Art and Science of Reclaiming the Written Word

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Are you reading books you actually like, or books you think you *should* like?

Are you reading books you actually like, or books you think you should like?