I had read just 5 book in 2008. I really hated the concept of sitting alone and trying to extract knowledge or entertainment from a piece of paper. I felt books are obsolete in the 21st century. Then in 2009, I read 130.
Something wonderful happened. I had all of a sudden cultivated the reading habit. For me three main reasons contributed to this sudden burst. I think you too can have a turn around year like me and start reading.
1. I traveled to a foreign country and subconsciously accepted the existence of a culture that earlier felt alien. That made it possible to read. It opened an portal to whole new dimension. Travelling would definitely help to kick start reading
2. I met my inspiration @Buy Adventure of a Lifetime Book Online at Low Prices in India who wrote a 200 page novel at the age of 11 and has so far read over 1500 books and is just 15 year old. And she is fighting a life threatening disease called cystic fibrosis. you too should find someone who might make you interested in reading. It can be a mentor, colleague or anyone close to you. Emotional attachment would help in a more whole hearted effort
3. I shifted schools. I changed my school after 10th standard as many of us do and I found that the students in the new school are totally boring nerds and instead of hanging out with them I should do something that would help me never be anything like them. The faculties were horrible and timings were 8 am to 6 pm. I started the old trick novel inside a textbook just to escape reality and I found it really beneficial. A changed environment might help you trigger the reading adventure.
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