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Do you hate reading but feel like you're missing out on something that should be great? Well, read the steps below and you should soon learn to enjoy reading!

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Steps

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    Find a book on a subject you love. Sit down with a timer, and give yourself one minute to write down as many of the things you love as you can. Take your list to a public library or book store and look for a book related to one of these interests. Ask someone who works there to help if you can't find anything that seems to fit a certain topic.
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    Find a reading nook. Go to a comfy spot in your house, a favorite coffee shop, or a park and make yourself comfortable while you read. Try to sit in a quiet place without distractions. If you're bothered by too much silence, try listening to instrumental music: it provides a little background noise without being invasive.
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    Read for whatever length of time is most comfortable. There's no time limit. Rather than deciding to read 30 minutes a day no matter what, see where the book takes you. Take 40 minutes one day to finish a whole chapter, take 10 minutes one day because you're stuck in a less engaging section. It is best, though, to read a little bit every day, at roughly the same time of day (if possible). Once you get into the habit of picking up a book every day, it begins to feel less like an obligation.
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    Share. Get a family member or a friend to read the same book with you. Having someone to discuss the book with can make it much more engaging. Reading out loud to someone can also be a nice change of pace from silent reading. If your book is about a very specific topic or interest, try using social media to connect with other people who share your interest and start a discussion based on your reading.
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Tips

  • Read books about different topics. This keeps you from getting into a reading rut. And you might find a whole new interest or hobby!
  • To enjoy it, try to visualize the description that is written. Take some time to think about what the setting and characters are like--it makes you more involved in the story.
  • Remember that there is a book out there for everyone, so don't give up on finding one you like!
  • If you don't like a book when you start reading, remember that it will probably get better the further you read; however, if you're a few chapters in and still unimpressed, just move on. Spending your free time on a book you don't enjoy will only sap your enthusiasm for reading. Move on to something more enjoyable.
  • Try starting in the magazine section of a library or book store. When you find an article that interests you, look for a book on that topic.

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