Eat healthy. Do physical workouts. Stay happy. We all know these can add more years to your lifespan. But did you know reading books can also make you live longer? A 2016 study conducted at the Yale School of Public Health shows that book readers’ lifespan is up to two years longer than nonreaders’. According to Yale researchers, reading keeps our brain active and cultivates … [Read more...] about Want to Live Longer? Read More Books.
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What is Your Favorite Book-Reading Environment?
Do you enjoy reading peacefully in your bay window reading nook or near a fireplace during cold months? Or do you read while being surrounded by people - maybe in a café or when traveling? Or perhaps, you prefer to go to the nearby library. Everyone has an ideal environment in which they enjoy reading their favorite books. Mine is not one ideal environment because you'll I … [Read more...] about What is Your Favorite Book-Reading Environment?
The StoryGraph: An App to Track Your Reading
Gone are the days when you had to track your past reads in a traditional journal. Things have changed for good, thanks to technology and brilliant ideas. This could be justified by the incredible app/platform The StoryGraph, which tracks all your book reading and recommends the best book as per your preferences. The platform claims itself to be a "fully-featured Amazon-free … [Read more...] about The StoryGraph: An App to Track Your Reading
5 Benefits of Bedtime Reading: What Does the Science Say?
Bedtime reading is a hygienic activity that can stimulate good sleep. It can reduce stress and strengthen the mind. Just like physical exercise can boost your body strength, reading before bed can increase your brain function and reduce mental clatter. It can also calm your mind and give you a break from screen time. While reading is a great hobby for your leisure time, it … [Read more...] about 5 Benefits of Bedtime Reading: What Does the Science Say?