Setting aside time for reading on a daily basis is a tip many readers give to those who want to read more. I think it's one of the most important tips to act upon if you want to read more. It's something to work on and make into a habit.
Hopefully, this post will help you make reading daily a habit.
Tip 1: Consider what reading makes you feel or think about. If it makes you feel rejuvenated or is something you like doing as soon as possible, set aside time early in the morning, such as when you wake up or when you eat breakfast. If it's something you want to do during as a break, read as you eat lunch or in between chores. If it's something you want to do as you settle down, set aside time to read before you go to bed.
Tip 2: Read at the same time each day. This way, you know exactly when you can and will read, and you can plan around that time depending on what needs to be done.
Tip 3: Prioritize reading over other "relaxing" activities. Pick up a book - ebook, physical, or audiobook - instead of watching TV, scrolling through social media, or playing games. All the time you spend on your social media or watching TV is time you can spend reading.
Tip 4: Have a book on hand at all times. This is a tip that is essentially beating a dead horse at this point, so I won't re-explain it.
Tip 5: Don't limit yourself to one format of book. Again, this is a tip I've repeated a lot on this blog. However, allowing yourself to read any format of book - physical, ebook, or audiobook - can allow you to read at multiple points throughout the day that may be a little bit of free time for you.
Tip 6: Listen to audiobooks while you do simple chores, such as laundry, dishes, or cleaning up. This can help you read more throughout the day without trying to squeeze time in to read.
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