Busy Life Keeping You From Reading?
A common thing in today’s hustling world. Between keeping the house clean, drinking enough water, and exercising! Who has the time to do a relaxing read?! So I decided to share five tips / tricks for how I get in my reads while still getting all the work done.
Tip Number One:
Audiobooks! I know some people don’t count this reading but I do! I still see the images playing in my mind same as if I was physically reading. This opens my day up so much. I am able to go on a walk, do some laundry, clean the floors, you name it! Plus hearing the book is a nice change of pace especially if the narrators are good! (Like Teddy Hamilton those who know, know!😏). If you need some recommendations I highly suggest you search Tiktok for the best ones!! I loved listening to him in God of Fury by Rina Kent.
Tip Number Two:
Time blocking! I know it sounds crazy but, literally blocking a section of your day off makes it so much easier. And make it sacred! No interruptions, No this thing popped up. Take it as seriously as you would a big meeting or a dr. appointment. Make it at a time that you know you can relax and fall into a reading adventure. Whether this is in the morning with a cup of coffee, on your lunch break, or winding down for the evening.
Tip Number Three:
Finding a series that makes you excited to see where the next chapter leads! Picking the right book makes a big difference. One you might not even realize. This also goes for knowing when to DNF a book. You don’t have to push yourself to read something you are not enjoying. That doesn’t mean you won’t ever pick it back up again it just means it wasn’t the story you needed right now.
Tip Number Four:
Reading accessories! This can be a kindle so that you can read while on the go or late at night. A mini night light so that you can read in the dark without waking your partner. Or even a cute bookmark that get’s you excited to pick up where you left off! Reading cushions are also a great find for when you want to just chill out. Which leads us to our final tip!
Tip Number Five:
Create a cozy space! I know this one seems like a odd thing for helping you make time to read. But having a spot to call your own little reading corner will make tips 1 - 4 possible. Because if you don’t have a spot you want to return to it makes reading seem more like a chore versus a joy.
Which of these tips do you think would help you get in more reading time? Interested in series recommendations? Stay tuned for the next blog on my favorite series by genera!
