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PLEASE. Stop Reading.
How many books have you read this year?
I have read around 20 since last summer. More than some, less than others. But recently the following thought occurred to me.
I've been reading books on self help and complex topics soley for the sake of reading them. I was going through my list and nothing more.
In fact, I found sometimes I would read whole books, looking for information I already had. For example, I just finished a book and when I put it down I was upset because it hadn't told me to begin doing positive affirmations.
I already knew I wanted to do them, yet I wanted to read.
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We Only Have So Many Books.
I heard somewhere that in a human lifetime, even one who reads consistently will likely not read over 1000 books. Our time and our books are limited. So here is something I've begun doing.
Before I start a book, I ask myself, why am I reading this?
I then write down the answer on the front page.
When I finish reading, I ask myself what am I taking away from this, and how am I going to apply this to my life.
Try doing this.
I assure you, it will change your reading experience and your life.
Our books, like our time, are limited. Be smart and be cool.
-Sincerely,
BenE
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