The Read Well Podcast Fix Your Reading Brain: A 14-Day Challenge | EP 54
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Jun 17, 2024 
In this engaging discussion, Maryanne Wolf, an expert on reading and cognitive science, delves into her book 'Reader Come Home,' emphasizing the importance of deep reading in today's distraction-filled world. She shares a transformative two-week challenge designed to enhance focus and rekindle the joy of reading. Wolf highlights the worrying decline in children's reading skills due to digital distractions and stresses the value of shared reading experiences. With practical tips and insights, listeners are inspired to embrace mindful reading for personal growth.
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Maintain Mental Capacity
- Maintain deep reading skills to preserve mental capacity, similar to physical exercise.
- Regular reading strengthens neural connections, preventing mental atrophy.
Impact of Digital Age on Reading
- Growing up without the internet fostered deep reading habits.
- Digital devices encourage skimming, impacting information retention.
Parental Reading
- Children's reading skills suffer from digital immersion and lack of parental reading.
- Personalized attention during reading enhances a child's experience and connection.