1. Set a goal for yourself

While you're reading, set a goal for yourself.

This way, whether it's to complete Chapter 2 or read till page 120 can help you stay focused.

Knowing how close you are to completing your task might motivate you to keep reading until you reach your goal.

When you have a goal in mind, it is simpler to concentrate and go through the material faster.

2. Put your phone away.


We all have smartphones, and it can be difficult for many of us to put them down and concentrate on other things.

It's difficult to resist opening an Instagram notification that appears while you're reading.


Place your phone away from you when you sit down to read a good book.

3. Take a Break

You don't have to read nonstop for an hour.

Take a 10-minute break every 50 minutes.

This little break gives you and your brain a chance to relax.

If you don't take breaks when reading, your mind may be less efficient.

While reading, following a cycle can help you train yourself to focus better, get more out of your reading, and build a working pace that is easy to maintain.

What strategies do you adopt to stay focused when reading?

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