The Lifelong habit

One of the ways to remain current, vast and relevant in the 21st century is to engage in the profitable habit of reading. I always say that "Reading takes me to the world of the Author without leaving my location". For me, that's it! In essence, you can go places, do things and know about a lot of issues, trends and topics by just reading a book! - a piece of literature.

When we read, we are cultivating a habit that helps to improve our reading skills and sharpen our memory. Reading also exposes us to new words thereby enriching our vocabulary.

READING TIPS...

1. When reading, make yourself comfortable. A comfortable position varies from person to person.

2. Buy books: This is one of the ways to make a resolve about reading. When you buy books, you surely want to read them.

3. The Library contains several books. This will help you to choose books in various fields and topics. Visit the Library.

4. Read dailies, books, journals and other literature that is beneficial. Do not restrict yourself.

5. Always have a book around. When waiting for a flight, travelling long distances, bored, or during a free time, you can wisely use this time to read. Remember: regardless of your tight schedule, there is always a time to read.

6. Read regularly. Reading is not a one-stop activity, remember it is lifelong. Read to be relevant. Proficiency in reading can only be acquired if you continue to do it.

If you are still thinking about why you should read, take a moment to reflect on the saying "Readers are Leaders" even though this saying has been challenged by Harry S. Truman who said that "Not all readers are leaders, but all leaders are readers". To maintain our place in leadership then, we must read and keep reading.

In the words of Elizabeth Hardwick "The greatest gift is the passion for reading. It is cheap, it consoles, it distracts, it excites, it gives you knowledge of the world and experience of a wide kind. It is moral illumination.

So, wouldn't you rather develop this cradle to grave habit? It’s your choice to make!