Saturday 14 July 2012

Reading is good for your health

Nowadays you can't see many people reading books, They are more focused on their smartphones and other gadgets. Also, kids in this generation barely read books, instead they focused more on computer games and such. But what are the benefits of reading?

Reading reduces stress

When I’m reading a book. My imagination flies away. Where I might have a had a stressful day, a book can easily distract me. Fiction books are the best choice because it tickles your imagination. Reading a book before bed time will keep you relaxed and keep your mind calm.


Increase in vocabulary

- There is no doubt about this one, Reading habits can make you a grammar nazi. Not only does it improves your vocabulary. It also increase your spelling skills as well. Did you know that reading is more effective in learning vocabulary than direct teaching or speaking? Yes, reading forces us to look at words that we might not have seen or heard in some places. It will also urge you to search that meaning on the dictionary. All of these are essential in your career or in your daily life.


Smart and Savvy

Wow, this may be the most obvious statement of the post, right? Well, it turns out that reading helps in almost every area of smarts. Those that read have higher GPA’s, higher intelligence, and general knowledge than those that don’t. In Anne E. Cunningham’s paper What Reading Does for the Mind (pdf version), she found that reading, in general, makes you smarter, and it keeps you sharp as you age. No matter what you’re wanting to do or become, you can’t do it without more knowledge. Reading is an excellent way to get where you’re wanting to go.

Improved Memory

-Also this one is self explained. Reading books will make your memory sharp. 




I don't have time, money, and busy
Let me ask you a question? How much time do you spend on watching TV? Playing with your phones, consoles? How much time do you burn when your on the internet? Well you can easily make your life better and productive too by grabbing a book.You don't have enough money right? Check the libraries at your town that's why they are there. You should try reading a book it will literally make you happy.