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With the arrival and increased use of Kindles, Nook readers and ipads many argue that traditional books are dead; some people however still like the look and feel of a paper book. Whatever your preference there can be no doubt that electronic books have features that paper books don’t. Reading undoubtedly will helps make you smarter! But there are other factors about reading which are also good for you; whether you read an electronic or paper book. Here are 13 good reasons why you should read more.
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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“Tomorrow never comes“….why?
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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© Trisha Proud
Is the traditional book dead?• With the arrival and increased use of Kindles, Nook readers andipads many argue that traditional books are dead….
• But are they?
• Some people still like the look and feel of a paper book
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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© Trisha Proud
Paper vs. Electronic Book
Whatever your preference there can be no doubt that electronic books have features that paper books don’t….
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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Read in sunlight and enlarge the text!• With electronic books you can see the screen - even in sunlight
• As well as being able to enlarge the print on the screen or…
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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https://twitter.com/SoulmateNovel
© Trisha Proud
Listen to your e-book!• Plug in earphones and ‘listen’ to a book
• Valuable factors - for the visually impaired and more mature generation
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
http://www.trishaproud.com
https://twitter.com/SoulmateNovel
© Trisha Proud
Basically however you read….- reading makes you “Smart”!
Here are 13 known facts as to why….“Reading makes you smart”
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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https://twitter.com/SoulmateNovel
© Trisha Proud
1. Reading expands your vocabulary• You will encounter words you don’t usually use
• Reading not only helps expand your vocabulary, but also….
• Improves your literacy
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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© Trisha Proud
2. Reading fights stress• Whether busy at home or at work reading can de-stress you
• Language rhythm soothe the psyche and rids the body of stress
• Reading science fiction before bed is particularly helpful
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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© Trisha Proud
3. Reading develops thinking processes• When we read, we have more thinking processes going on
• This helps to comprehend the ideas of the book
• Reading helps the brain organise data
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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© Trisha Proud
4. Reading develops cognitive abilities• The positive effect of reading on our cognition are…
- The ability to acquire knowledge and reasoning through reading - Intuition and perception are also key advantages
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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© Trisha Proud
5. Reading protects against brain disorders• It is good to keep active as we get older….
- both physically and mentally
• According to research, reading protects against brain disorders
• That is because when we read, our brain activity improves
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
http://www.trishaproud.com
https://twitter.com/SoulmateNovel
© Trisha Proud
6. Reading gives you confidence• Books not only relax us and keep us alert
• They make us more confident in our aptitude and knowledge
• Intellectual capabilities recognition…..= positive impact on self-esteem
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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© Trisha Proud
7. Reading makes us more creative• Creative people generate several great ideas at the same time
• Where do they find their foundation for these ideas…..
- In the books!
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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© Trisha Proud
8. Reading makes us explore ideas• When you read, we discover lots of ideas…..
• Some of which we can explore and develop
• Ideas we can use at work or in your private lives
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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© Trisha Proud
9. Reading improves sleep• Make it a habit to read before bed….
- your body soon gets used to it
• Your body will automatically know about the forthcoming sleep
• A good night’s sleep….
= feeling positive and cheerful in the morning
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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© Trisha Proud
10. Reading improves brain function• When reading, we imagine many details
• Characters, their clothes, scenery, objects, plots and other facts
• Reading trains your memory and logic
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
http://www.trishaproud.com
https://twitter.com/SoulmateNovel
© Trisha Proud
11. Reading improves concentration• When reading we need to focus on the content of the book
• To comprehend what is going on as we turn each page
• Reading helps develop objectivity - reasonable decision-making
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
http://www.trishaproud.com
https://twitter.com/SoulmateNovel
© Trisha Proud
12. Reading helps us to be aspirational• Reading provides insights into how others live and do things
• It also provides fantasy and escapism
• Management books, self help books and the like are based on the readers desire to be ‘aspirational’ in their lives or roles
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
http://www.trishaproud.com
https://twitter.com/SoulmateNovel
© Trisha Proud
13. Reading helps us learn• To keep alert we should learn something new… everyday
• Reading helps you grow as a person
• New facts or information - there is so much to learn in life
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
http://www.trishaproud.com
https://twitter.com/SoulmateNovel
© Trisha Proud
Reading teaches us about life
Learn about these “life lessons”• Deceit • Betrayal• Psychology• Love vs. lust • False flattery• Givers and takers
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
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https://twitter.com/SoulmateNovel
© Trisha Proud
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Reading makes you “Smart”…
http://www.trishaproud.com
https://twitter.com/SoulmateNovel
© Trisha Proud
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