If you look at your bookshelf, do you see a wall of forgotten books? These might be books you’ve read and possibly even loved, but now you can’t remember what they were about. While you may be able to tell someone the general idea of a book, you struggle with the thought of teaching a 1-hour class on its concepts.
This happens a lot, and it’s OK. Step one as a reader is being kind to yourself. You’re not a supercomputer or Doogie Howser (I miss that show). What you are is a lifelong learner.
Look at the books again and see if there’s one that you’d like to refamiliarize yourself with. Ask yourself why you chose that book. Did it inspire you? Was it full of useful info that you promised to implement but never did?
Consider reading the book a second time, but this time, make notes as you go. And most importantly, as you read it, determine the one change you will make in your life based on what you relearn.
Until tomorrow, read slowly – take notes – apply the ideas.
-Eddy
