When I wanted to improve how I read, I realized it wasn’t about speed it was about attention. I started using the “active reading” method, which means engaging with the text instead of just passing my eyes over it. I highlight meaningful lines, pause after each chapter to reflect, and write short summaries of what I understood. It takes more time, but I actually remember what I read. For novels, I note how characters change; for nonfiction, I focus on the main ideas and how they connect.
I also found that where you read matters a lot. I used to read in bed but would always lose focus. Now, I set aside a small, quiet corner my “reading spot.” I keep my phone away and read with a notebook beside me. I jot down unfamiliar words or quotes that stand out. Over time, this simple habit turned my reading into something mindful and productive instead of a race to finish a book.
I also found that where you read matters a lot. I used to read in bed but would always lose focus. Now, I set aside a small, quiet corner my “reading spot.” I keep my phone away and read with a notebook beside me. I jot down unfamiliar words or quotes that stand out. Over time, this simple habit turned my reading into something mindful and productive instead of a race to finish a book.
Talha Bin Tayyab
