Benefits of Reading
With the popularity of computers and video games in recent times,
habit of reading has taken a backseat. Most parents and children are so
occupied in watching movies, television and addicted to computer games
that they find little or no time for reading. However those who have
developed reading as a hobby are aware of the countless advantages
associated with it. Reading broadens the thinking horizon of a person,
improves vocabulary and cultivates sensitivity towards people of
different cultures.
Benefits associated with reading
1.Exercises your mind.
Reading bends loosens and supple the mind. It helps in keeping the muscles of the brain in good shape.
2.Gives satisfaction
Reading gives immense satisfaction to a person. Nothing can be more satisfying than to sit with your child and read him a story book, or to see him grow with the fairy tales.
3.Expands the imagination
Reading expands the imagination of a person. One becomes more confident, self assured of his ability to understand and appreciate the various aspects of life. The mind is channelized to think about the different aspects and then questions and derives conclusions about them.
4.Enhances the ability to focus
The mind of a reader is more concentrated and focused about various aspects of life. When the mind is focused it has the capability to be more attentive in practical situations of life. As a result the body and mind of such people remain calm; they look at the problem objectively and are better decision makers.
5.Improves knowledge
Reading improves a person’s knowledge about various fields of life. This
knowledge base helps a person to make correct decisions in different
situations of life.
6.Helps to achieve goals in life
People who develop reading habit since childhood are better able to decide their goals in life. Reading also helps them in achieving these goals because once a person gets in love with books it is easier for him to just switch over from general reading to their course books.
7.Produces efficient orators
Only those who know something of quality can speak and gains respect and recognition from people. People with scarce knowledge about a subject cannot be good orators.
8.Teaches the art of living
Reading biographies of legendary individuals help the reader to learn the art of living.
9.Helps to accept other cultures and religions.
Just having information about other cultures might create misconceptions about their traditions and mythologies. A thorough reading gives clarity about the fundamentals of other religions. This helps the person to accept them in a better and overwhelming manner.
So instead of killing long hours watching television and playing
games on computer spend some time in reading so that you not only
refresh you mind but also develop a good hobby which you will later on
transfer to your children.
