Why avoiding physical books can make you worse at cognitive activity

Avoiding physical books can make you worse at cognitive activity, just like avoiding physical training in ancient Sparta would make you bad at physical war. Physical books are a crucial tool for improving cognition and by avoiding them, you hinder your ability to engage in cognitive activities effectively.

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