Seeking Wisdom with David Cancel #153: Read Every Day
Sep 14, 2020
The importance of cultivating a daily reading habit is explored, highlighting personal experiences that spark joy in reading. The impact of the post-COVID world on reading practices is examined, emphasizing flexibility and diversity in choices. Strategies for incorporating reading into daily life are shared, along with how different contexts can enhance understanding. Revisiting classic literature is discussed, showcasing how rereading can yield fresh insights and promote growth.
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Start Reading Every Day
- Reading every day is important and can benefit you greatly, no matter what you read.
- Start small with any kind of reading, like novels, magazines, or biographies, to build the habit and enjoy it.
Reading Enables Thought Synthesis
- Reading is valuable not to memorize but to synthesize ideas with your own thoughts.
- Reading offers a meditative quality that helps clarify and generate new ideas.
Building a Frictionless Reading Habit
- David keeps books in multiple formats and locations to remove barriers to reading daily.
- He varies formats and intensity so reading adapts to his mood and current needs.
