I always get asked by friends if I’m still reading, or how I manage to stay consistent with it.
The truth? I actually know the answer to both questions, and I’ll share it here.
Ryan Holiday once said that people read for three main reasons:
1. For entertainment
2. For work or research
3. For personal development
Those reasons are valid and strong enough to keep anyone going. But for me personally, what really drives my reading habit is the simple need to know things. Not everything — just the idea that I know something. That alone excites me.
I honestly believe the secret to reading consistently is knowing your WHY.
Why do you read?
Why do you feel the need to read?
Why does it matter to you?
For me, the answer is clear: I know my WHY, and I’m committed to it.
A few simple tips that help:
1. Read what you love or are genuinely curious about ( very vital ).
2. Don’t overcomplicate it—keep it simple.
3. It’s okay to stop reading a book if it’s not working for you ( YES, abandoning a book after a couple pages is okay ).
4. Try reading by time or by pages—whichever feels better.
5. Talk about what you’re reading with others.
6. And most importantly, enjoy it
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