1. 🕰️ Start Small, But Be Consistent
Don’t force yourself to read 50 pages a day. Instead, start with just 10 minutes daily — during your morning tea, before bed, or while commuting. Consistency is the key.
2. 📱 Replace Scrolling with Reading
Next time you instinctively reach for your phone to scroll social media, open a book or eBook app instead. You’ll be surprised how much you can read in those in-between moments.
3. 📚 Choose the Right Book
Pick a book that genuinely interests you — not what everyone else is reading. If you’re a beginner, try fast-paced novels, short stories, or books in your native language (like Malayalam literature classics!).
4. 🎧 Try Audiobooks
if you’re always on the go or find it hard to sit and read, audiobooks can be a great alternative. You can “read” while walking, cooking, or commuting.
5. 🗓️ Set a Reading Goal
Challenge yourself. It could be:
1 book a month
10 pages a day
A specific number of books per year (use Goodreads or an app to track)
Having a goal adds a sense of accomplishment.
6. ✨ Create a Reading Space
Design a cozy corner for your reading sessions — add a cushion, a lamp, or even a bookshelf. A pleasant environment helps build the habit.
7. 📝 Join a Reading Challenge or Book Club
Reading with others keeps you motivated and introduces you to genres you might not explore on your own. You can also follow book bloggers (like me!) for recommendations and reading prompts.
8. ❌ Don’t Be Afraid to Quit a Book
If a book isn’t working for you — stop. Reading should be joyful, not a chore. Move on to something you enjoy.
📅 9. Make Reading Part of Your Routine
Attach reading to an existing habit. For example:
After your morning coffee
During lunch breaks
15 minutes before sleep
When reading becomes part of your daily rhythm, it starts to feel natural — like brushing your teeth!
📘 10. Keep a Book With You — Always
Whether it’s a paperback in your bag or an eBook on your phone, having a book ready helps you sneak in extra reading time during waiting periods — doctor appointments, bus rides, or long queues.