“You will get little or nothing from the printed page if you bring it nothing but your eye.” – Walter B. Pitkin
Everybody wants to read faster. Faster reading speed simply means more materials to read, which equals more awesome adventures and more information in a shorter span of time. However, not all of us are bestowed with the gift of speed reading. This post will try to tackle this issue and hopefully will give you a basic idea on how to start getting that gear changed at a proper and reasonable rate. Happy reading!
Summary
7 Steps on How You Can Read Faster
- Read every day and set a goal for each day. E.g. 40 pages / day, etc.
- Patience – Improved reading speed & comprehension doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time and a lot of practise.
- Start by reading slower, not faster. When you read slowly, you notice details, you make connections, and your reading skills will improve.
- Read slightly faster than you’re comfortable with. Once your reading skills improve, read faster. If you stick at your normal pace, you’re allowing your mind to wander.
- Balance – Reading speed needs to be proportionate to the amount of content you absorb.
- Experiment with other genres. Interest generates excitement, which promotes better concentration. Choose a genre that suites you best.
- Reading environment – Read at a location or setting that you’re most comfortable with. Speed will come naturally once your mind tunes in with the surroundings.
Further suggested reading:-
Scientific Speed Reading: How to Read 300% Faster in 20 Minutes
