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!