how to fall in love with reading again
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

It's Time That You Rediscover The World That Books Have to Offer

You are reading this right now, but are you actually reading?

17
It's Time That You Rediscover The World That Books Have to Offer

Reading. Reading, reading, reading. You are reading this right now, but are you actually reading? Or just shifting your eyes across a screen to make sense of the characters you see. I began to think that was what reading was, a quick shift of the eyes over the four-inch screen of your phone. This summer, I fell back in love with reading, but like actually reading.

What it took to rediscover the wonders of books was just a trip to Barnes & Noble, and a little bit of an emotional day (disclaimer: I am emotional all the time). I walked my way into Barnes & Noble for the first time in years, it was set up exactly as I remembered it. I was looking for a nice summer read, and ended up reading in the upper level for hours. I completely forgot about how much I love the book "The Five People You Meet In Heaven," I skimmed through it and I could feel my heartstrings being tugged on, I looked at the sequel to the book, which had me choked up in the middle of Barnes & Noble (I feel no shame crying in public because I have done it more than I would like to say, LOL). When I felt myself struggling to keep my tears in I instantly remembered myself at ten years old reading "The Naming of Tishkin Silk" and sobbing, for literally no reason, the book was just so sweet and I am so full of feelings.

Perhaps the reason I haven't read as much is because of the smartphone age, where paper has become a thing of the past. Or, it is because I wanted to not feel so much emotion for such a long part of my life. Reading opens parts of my mind and stimulates my emotions, which I think is beautiful now. I feel like I can be swept off into another world by focusing on a book, and somedays that is all I desire. I know it is cliche, but please, for the love of God, go read a book.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

90769
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

62514
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments