Most of the scrolling I do is Substack now - oops! But I've been meaning to take the book I'm reading now (The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of the Village Voice) to the kitchen for when I'm making coffee / food.
I had an urge to dive into a book authored by someone with a completely different perspective from mine, and "Be Useful" by Arnold Schwarzenegger proved to be just that. Adapting to his style took some effort (Schwarzenegger isn't known for his intellectualism), but his candidness, openness, and directness won me over. Experiencing the world through the lens of someone who, unlike me, doesn't overanalyze was quite refreshing.
I've noticed my reading decrease lately, due to scrolling, and I don't like it! It's an ongoing battle, one that's very hard to win. I will be implementing some of your tips for sure. Thank you, sometimes we all need a good reminder that it's doable.
You are inspiring me to read more!! Love the tips - especially how reading a few pages here and there actually makes a difference. I usually try to carve out specific "book reading time" (but then don't get around to it or prioritize something else) so it doesn't happen as often as planned. I enjoy this idea of kind of always being in-between reading. 🤍
These are all fabulous tips, Petya. I’m especially fond of replacing scrolling with reading, had I’ve been working hard at making that a consistent practice. I keep my book on the kitchen counter right in top of my phone so I have to pick it up before I can get to the phone. Once it’s in my hands, I’ll read it!
I’ve had Stoner on my list for a long time, and you’ve convinced me it belongs at the top.
Less scrolling is truly the answer, but it's not one people like to hear. Whenever people say they dn't have time for XYZ, my thought is...have you checked your screen time...I read Stoner in February and loved it so much. Such a devastating book, right from the first page. I have a library hold on The Rachel Incident.
Ahh. you’ve already gutted me with read more, by scrolling less. I’ve been doing so much reading here on Substack, or scrolling that I haven’t read a book in months!!!
The image of you leaving against the counter with a book while you wait for you coffee is so vivid ☕️ 📚
Yes to always carrying a book as an antidote to scrolling. This has made such a difference for me this year— and also to seizing little moments to read in the work day instead of checking email one more time! These are the suggestions I make when people ask me how I read so much, too! Found you by scrolling though, so it does have its benefits.
I have been working on my method for developing my personal canon of one book for each year I have been alive— but I love your post about your intuitive method so much that now I almost want to scrap this project!
As far as book stacks: Maybe you already know Books on GIF and Subverse? I find they delve into the backlist too in entertaining and liberating ways.
Oh man I scroll but im trying to be better. So many things want my attention right now. Favorite classic? Do you like depressing family stories? I love Angela’s Ashes. My favorite two books might be Into Thin Air and Endurance. Those two might not be your cup of tea. I’ve read several of Krakauer’s books and have not been disappointed.
I do wish I could read more. I think I do a pretty good job of devoting daily time to reading or audiobooks, but I have a lot of hobbies. I’m thankful that I can listen to an audiobook while I run, paint, sew, or knit.
Stoner is one of the most wonderful books I've ever read, period. I recall one scene, or maybe it was a line of dialogue, that made me laugh so hard I was weeping. And then at the story's end, I was weeping all over again. A beautiful book.
Such a great idea to have a book with you when ever you go out. I think this could be super beneficial to me since I do have downtime waiting around I have a different option that just scrolling on my phone
Most of the scrolling I do is Substack now - oops! But I've been meaning to take the book I'm reading now (The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of the Village Voice) to the kitchen for when I'm making coffee / food.
I had an urge to dive into a book authored by someone with a completely different perspective from mine, and "Be Useful" by Arnold Schwarzenegger proved to be just that. Adapting to his style took some effort (Schwarzenegger isn't known for his intellectualism), but his candidness, openness, and directness won me over. Experiencing the world through the lens of someone who, unlike me, doesn't overanalyze was quite refreshing.
I loved convenience store women. And the 7 eleven type stores in Japan are exquisite 😉
I've noticed my reading decrease lately, due to scrolling, and I don't like it! It's an ongoing battle, one that's very hard to win. I will be implementing some of your tips for sure. Thank you, sometimes we all need a good reminder that it's doable.
You are inspiring me to read more!! Love the tips - especially how reading a few pages here and there actually makes a difference. I usually try to carve out specific "book reading time" (but then don't get around to it or prioritize something else) so it doesn't happen as often as planned. I enjoy this idea of kind of always being in-between reading. 🤍
These are all fabulous tips, Petya. I’m especially fond of replacing scrolling with reading, had I’ve been working hard at making that a consistent practice. I keep my book on the kitchen counter right in top of my phone so I have to pick it up before I can get to the phone. Once it’s in my hands, I’ll read it!
I’ve had Stoner on my list for a long time, and you’ve convinced me it belongs at the top.
Less scrolling is truly the answer, but it's not one people like to hear. Whenever people say they dn't have time for XYZ, my thought is...have you checked your screen time...I read Stoner in February and loved it so much. Such a devastating book, right from the first page. I have a library hold on The Rachel Incident.
Ahh. you’ve already gutted me with read more, by scrolling less. I’ve been doing so much reading here on Substack, or scrolling that I haven’t read a book in months!!!
The image of you leaving against the counter with a book while you wait for you coffee is so vivid ☕️ 📚
Yes to always carrying a book as an antidote to scrolling. This has made such a difference for me this year— and also to seizing little moments to read in the work day instead of checking email one more time! These are the suggestions I make when people ask me how I read so much, too! Found you by scrolling though, so it does have its benefits.
I have been working on my method for developing my personal canon of one book for each year I have been alive— but I love your post about your intuitive method so much that now I almost want to scrap this project!
As far as book stacks: Maybe you already know Books on GIF and Subverse? I find they delve into the backlist too in entertaining and liberating ways.
Oh man I scroll but im trying to be better. So many things want my attention right now. Favorite classic? Do you like depressing family stories? I love Angela’s Ashes. My favorite two books might be Into Thin Air and Endurance. Those two might not be your cup of tea. I’ve read several of Krakauer’s books and have not been disappointed.
I do wish I could read more. I think I do a pretty good job of devoting daily time to reading or audiobooks, but I have a lot of hobbies. I’m thankful that I can listen to an audiobook while I run, paint, sew, or knit.
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I have read Zero to one and took from me about two months.☺️
Stoner is one of the most wonderful books I've ever read, period. I recall one scene, or maybe it was a line of dialogue, that made me laugh so hard I was weeping. And then at the story's end, I was weeping all over again. A beautiful book.
Such a great idea to have a book with you when ever you go out. I think this could be super beneficial to me since I do have downtime waiting around I have a different option that just scrolling on my phone
Petya!
I love your topics. I have started thinking of subscribing.
Thanks