I might be off here, but being able to control where my attention goes feels like the greatest benefit of reading books. All day long, people and businesses are fighting to occupy my mental space. There are ads everywhere, emails piling up, and my kids calling “Dad” all day long. Don’t get me wrong—I love being a dad, and I would do anything for my kids, but they sure do soak up a lot of mental energy.
I think that’s why so many people wish they could get back into reading. They’re tired of feeling mentally out of control, and the idea of standing in front of a bookshelf and asking, “What do I want to think about?” is refreshing.
So, let me ask you a very important question for today: What do you want to think about? I bet there’s a really good book on the subject.
Until tomorrow, read slowly – take notes – apply the ideas.
-Eddy
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