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Brandi's avatar

This reaffirms my daily habit of reading. I used to feel bad for only getting 5-10 minutes of reading in a day. But those little sessions have helped me to keep the habit.

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Daria Diaz's avatar

I’m a big believer in something is better than nothing. It’s the consistency that seems to make the biggest difference.

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Jennifer Zarin, LCAT's avatar

Another great, research-backed article. Thanks, Daria! I always appreciate the tips you provide- so accessible and doable:).

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Daria Diaz's avatar

Thank you, Jennifer. That’s my goal. In so many instances, the easier and more accessible, the more likely we are to do it. At least that’s the case for me!

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Jane Duncan Rogers's avatar

OOoh this is great to hear! So my sitting down with a cup of tea AND a book to read is even more beneficial than just reading. Glad to hear it!

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Jana's avatar

Great article, Daria! I read in small doses—any chance I get. Apart from when I’m at work—more often than I’d like to admit, I start reading at work and lose track of time 🫣

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Debbie Meredith's avatar

This was very interesting to read Daria. Atomic Habits is a fantastic book and a game changer.

I've started reading much more frequently in the last year or so, so I'm pleased to read of the overall long term benefits.

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Daria Diaz's avatar

Thank you, Debbie! I continue to revisit Atomic Habits because it has so much practical wisdom that I use in my daily life. As an avid reader, I too was thrilled to learn that my reading habit benefits my brain. It sure seemed to work for my Mom!

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Patti Petersen's avatar

This might be the best news for cognitive health I've read all week!! I was doing a bit of deep dive for an article on this subject and hadn't come across this point yet. Until now.

Let me say reading is my favorite thing to do when not staying in motion. It's something I can't not do. I like to read at least six pages when I first wake up and before I turn out the light at night.

It's a guilty pleasure during the day.

I have to be super careful and not read anything too interesting (Michael Connelly, Greg Iles, and the list goes on) because I'll stay up all night reading. And I pay for it the next day.

I'm super excited to read your recommendations. I was in the (used) bookstore yesterday and nothing caught my eye.

I'm currently reading Sherlock Holmes. I've been on a classic literature kick for a couple years now. I need to get back into today!

Gosh, this news made my day, thanks, Daria!!

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Daria Diaz's avatar

I was happy to read about this as well! I can relate to not reading an engrossing book before bed. I've been known to stay up way too late to finish a book. In my much younger days, I read Stephen King's "The Stand" cover to cover. I started early in the day and read all night! Pretty crazy, huh?

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Patti Petersen's avatar

I read 'The Stand' in record time myself. Another that comes to mind is Greg Iles 'The Bone Tree' series. I irresponsibly called in sick to work to go through the entire series. Didn't regret it, though. It beat staying up all night and feeling hung over the next day(s).

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Daria Diaz's avatar

Ha! We’re kindred spirits!

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Patti Petersen's avatar

Very much so. :)

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Melissa Scala's avatar

I love the idea of creating a cozy reading nook as I believe environment is important too.

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Daria Diaz's avatar

It really is! I can read pretty much anywhere and in almost any circumstances. My husband is in awe of how I can tune everything out and concentrate on reading a book. But I love having a dedicated special reading nook where I can curl up with my book and a cup of tea and just "be."

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Melissa Scala's avatar

You make it sound so dreamy! Which I am sure it is!

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