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How I read 100 books in one year

In 2022, I set out on a goal to read more. I had a goal of 25 books - I figured, "I can do two a month plus one extra!" NBD! (Keep in mind I'd maybe read 25 books over the last like 10 years). Well, I not only hit my goal, I SMASHED it! I read 100 books in 2022 and have no plans on stopping this newfound reading escapade! I feel smarter, more creative and so mentally strong.

You may be thinking "How did you go from essentially nothing to 100 in a year?!" Well, it might sound cray cray, but I started reading two books at once! Hear me out: I realized that I am not exactly wanting to start my day off reading something like a murder mystery or thriller...but also don't want to end my day with something thought provoking and heavy. I wanted to be able to read both fiction and nonfiction, however, I knew it'd be important for me to build a consistent reading habit if I wanted to reach my goal.

That's when I thought, "I'll start my day off with something uplifting, motivating or educational and end my day with something fun!" It WORKED! Each and every morning I set a timer for 15 minutes to start off my non fiction book. Even on days I didn't feel like reading, I told myself that I can do anything for 15 minutes. Same dealio at night. I set a timer for 30 minutes at night, got into bed and read my fun book. I found that many times I was reading for MUCH longer than my allotted time because I - shocker - would start really getting into it!