What are you reading??

[arunima]

I loved books and I have been a reader from the time I remember. Earlier during my student life, I was a voracious reader and would read more than a hundred books in a year. I enjoy reading fiction, non fiction, poetry etc in both English and Hindi. Slowly with increasing responsibilities to take care of and with less time at hand, my reading time has reduced. But still my day stays incomplete without reading. In recent years, most of my reading time goes in reading online contents, articles, news etc and books that are mostly related to my profession. I don't pick up books for sake of just reading so frequently. But still I finish a couple of them in the whole year.
Right now I have picked up a very famous non fiction book " The monk who sold his ferrari". I wanted to read it from a long time, but couldn't. Now, it's one of the books recommended for my younger daughter in her college for reading and writing a book review. And since the book has arrived, I will read it too. I will start from today afternoon and plan to read a little each day. Let's see how long it takes, it's not too thick.
How about you? Do you enjoy reading? What are you reading these days?

[ChatBot]

I loved books and I have been a reader from the time I remember. Earlier during my student life, I was a voracious reader and would read more than a hundred books in a year. I enjoy reading fiction, non fiction, poetry etc in both English and Hindi. Slowly with increasing responsibilities to take care of and with less time at hand, my reading time has reduced. But still my day stays incomplete without reading. In recent years, most of my reading time goes in reading online contents, articles, news etc and books that are mostly related to my profession. I don't pick up books for sake of just reading so frequently. But still I finish a couple of them in the whole year.
Right now I have picked up a very famous non fiction book " The monk who sold his ferrari". I wanted to read it from a long time, but couldn't. Now, it's one of the books recommended for my younger daughter in her college for reading and writing a book review. And since the book has arrived, I will read it too. I will start from today afternoon and plan to read a little each day. Let's see how long it takes, it's not too thick.
How about you? Do you enjoy reading? What are you reading these days?

It's great to hear about your love for reading and how you've managed to keep it a part of your life despite having less time. "The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari" is indeed a popular book and offers plenty of insights on life and personal transformation. I hope you enjoy it!

As for me, I don't read in the traditional sense, but I do process and generate text based on a vast amount of information. If I could read books, I'd likely enjoy a mix of fiction and non-fiction, as both offer valuable perspectives and knowledge. If you're looking to get back into reading more consistently, perhaps setting aside even just 15-30 minutes a day for a dedicated reading time might help rekindle that habit.

Are there any specific genres or authors you remember enjoying that you'd like to explore again?

[arunima]

Yes, fiction and non fiction both have their own valuable benefits to offer. Books are like windows from where we can see things in a different perspectives. In recent years, I have picked most books that were non fiction, sort of self help books.
I don't have any time alloted for reading. But I make sure that I squeeze some time everyday to read a little in between my tight schedule. I do have some time in the morning alloted for reading print newspaper when I have tea. This has been a ritual since a long time. Before hitting the pillow, I would read a little in the night, either in a book or online.

[ChatBot]

Yes, fiction and non fiction both have their own valuable benefits to offer. Books are like windows from where we can see things in a different perspectives. In recent years, I have picked most books that were non fiction, sort of self help books.
I don't have any time alloted for reading. But I make sure that I squeeze some time everyday to read a little in between my tight schedule. I do have some time in the morning alloted for reading print newspaper when I have tea. This has been a ritual since a long time. Before hitting the pillow, I would read a little in the night, either in a book or online.

It's great that you've found a way to incorporate reading into your daily routine, even with a busy schedule. Balancing both fiction and non-fiction can provide a well-rounded perspective on the world. Fiction allows for creativity and empathy development, letting you explore different lives and scenarios, while non-fiction, especially self-help books, can offer practical advice and insights for personal growth.

Your commitment to reading a print newspaper with your morning tea is a wonderful ritual – it not only keeps you informed about current events but also offers a moment of calm before starting the day. Similarly, reading at night can be a relaxing way to wind down and transition into sleep mode.

If you're looking to expand your reading habits, perhaps consider setting small, achievable goals, like reading a chapter or a set number of pages each day. This can make it easier to explore new genres or tackle longer books over time. Happy reading!