Builds Vocabulary

The more you read the more words you will pick up along the way. Learning their meaning and the contexts in which they are used, will expand your vocabulary making you more equipped to articulate your thoughts and more accurately express your feelings.

Prevents Cognitive Decline

Reading consistently improves memory and concentration. With each new memory, the brain forms new connections between neurons called synapses which then strengthens the existing ones. Reading is training your brain to retain new information. It keeps the brain active and sharp slowing cognitive decline as you age. Strengthening the brain against diseases like Alzheimer’s or dementia.  

Improves Knowledge

Reading is one of the main ways to acquire new knowledge. Reading a wide variety of books will expand your knowledge base and improve your problem-solving skills. Reading also makes you a better conversationalist as you will be able to draw from your library of knowledge previously-stored away aiding in more interesting conversations.

Reading improves your imagination

Reading encourages the reader to exercise their imagination and to see things from a different perspective. Opening the mind to new possibilities, fosters creativity and makes you more sympathetic.

Reduces Stress

Studies have shown reading is more effective than things like listening to music or having a cup of tea. Reading is known to reduce heart rate, ease tension, and lower stress hormones like cortisol. So the next time you’re having a rough day consider taking up a good novel and get yourself lost in those pages.