Why do you like reading?

Lilyflower-x2 · Post by **Lilyflower-x2** » 21 Sep 2020, 15:31

Reading has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. It was my escape during my younger days. I was a shy child. Today, it helps me unwind after a long stressful day.

MrsTurner2013 · Post by **MrsTurner2013** » 22 Sep 2020, 09:54

Why do I like to read? That's a dangerous question. So much information is passed between the covers of a book. You can pick any book from any time and not only connect with the characters or events in the book, but the author as well. I love to learn and to see things from a different perspective. Reading is an avenue in which I can do that. The freedom of thought is truly expressed within the covers of a book. I prefer to read instead of watching TV for this reason. When you are watching TV, the writers have a particular way they want you to see what is happening and that is portrayed by how they depict characters and situations. Authors of books, on the other hand, state their opinion or fact but they don't try to shove it in your face like many TV series do. It is there for you to think about but then you just move on.

Books are more open to interpretation. One can spend hours discussing the implications of a book and it continually keeps a mind open to new ideas and allows them to grow. Other avenues of media have a hard time with this aspect of theory and inspiration because once the discussion based on the subject is discussed it stops. Books may have subject matter but after that matter is discussed it sparks new discussion on new topics. When someone reads they are still learning, even if they have finished reading that particular book.

I also enjoy reading to relax. If I'm not in the mood for deep thinking, I just pick a different type of book. It is usually fantasy or fiction. There are times when the real world can get rather heavy and demanding. It is good to know that I have a place to escape, even for a moment, until I am ready to face reality. I love to read poetry specifically when I want to relax and truly appreciate the world around me. Poetry opens my eyes in such a unique and spectacular way. I look up from reading poetry and I am, somehow, able to see things in ways I hadn't before. It is so exhilarating.

I feel like I should stop here. I could talk about the many reasons I love to read for hours! This is only the tip of the iceberg, but I feel like I have given you the gist of why I love to read. Thanks for the post, I don't get asked often why I like to read. I've really enjoyed reading the variety of responses.

glubglub200 · Post by **glubglub200** » 24 Sep 2020, 15:02

I've always been kind of lost in the real world so reading brings me to another one where everything is different. The possibility of being able to escape my world for even a little bit, makes me more grounded and hopeful for the real world.

fancyjg · Post by **fancyjg** » 27 Sep 2020, 05:19

I love reading because:
1. It allows and dares me to grow mentally into thinking and falling in line with the characters.
2. It challenges my perspective and allows me to experience multiple realities
3. It brings life and helps me not to feel alone.

RATAN KUMAR · Post by **RATAN KUMAR** » 27 Sep 2020, 21:06

Because reading is the most easy way to pass leisure time.

moonopam · Post by **moonopam** » 29 Sep 2020, 15:14

Reading keeps my mind off things that bothers me. It also helps me to find solutions to some of the problems I face by looking at others how they handle them.

theskillsgirl · Post by **theskillsgirl** » 30 Sep 2020, 11:27

I have to say that I don’t just like reading, I love it! There are so many possibilities when I chose a book to read. I can escape into a different world when I need to. I can learn something new. I can improve myself.
Books are an amazing world where everyone’s imagination and knowledge can be unlocked.

Eriny Youssef · Post by **Eriny Youssef** » 02 Oct 2020, 14:35

With novels it's like travelling and getting into the minds of other people.
With self help books and biographies it's like having a conversation with powerful and great figures. Such a great way to spend your time.

V-20 · Post by **V-20** » 03 Oct 2020, 01:35

I like reading because it helps me to relieve my stress. It takes me to another world. It broadens my imagination. I get thrilled, excited, and happy whenever I have a book with me. Books helps me pass the time with no internet connection required, it feels natural. To make it simple, I like reading because books are my second best friend.<3

lhuddleston03 · Post by **lhuddleston03** » 04 Oct 2020, 13:51

I like reading mainly because I enjoy learning. It is a little like going to school or taking a class.

Throughout my life I have enjoyed different genres. When I was a young adult, I was fascinated by self-help and spiritual type books. Currently I enjoy American History and books on nutrition and healthy living.

I look forward throughout the day to taking some time and being absorbed into a good book.

Joining the Online Book Club was a natural for me. It is especially exciting to choose my next book.

LS Daniyal · Post by **LS Daniyal** » 04 Oct 2020, 16:20

I don't think I'll be here if I don't enjoy reading. Been reading since 5.

aby johnson · Post by **aby johnson** » 05 Oct 2020, 03:48

Reading is what makes me feel alive somedays and reading makes me understand that I had certain emotions inside me that I never knew otherwise. I like reading, more like "love" reading because it is more entertaining than anything else. There's a unique way in which a story can be told only through books and thats what makes me understand that books are indeed more powerful than any other mediums.

Dida Stergiou · Post by **Dida Stergiou** » 06 Oct 2020, 17:42

Books are my portals to other worlds. Reality can sometimes get hard or just dull. Reading can help you no matter what you're going through.

SweetEchoJenn · Post by **SweetEchoJenn** » 11 Oct 2020, 19:48

I love to read because the author creates another world and brings me along for the journey. It is an escape from reality. Reading is fulfilling.

MOONTRAVELLER007 · Post by **MOONTRAVELLER007** » 18 Oct 2020, 10:13

I love stories. Books have the best stories for me. They allow my imagination to wander, I am sucked into the bookverse....I love it for these reasons.