1. You will optimize your brain power
This shouldn't come as a shock, but studies suggest reading makes you smart. Unlike watching television, which requires no thought process, reading is an active learning experience that will keep your mind sharp (even in old age).
2. You will increase your odds of success
The more books you read, the more knowledge you will have, the more strategies and resources your brain will store, the more likely you will succeed.
3. You will immerse yourself in a new world
Sometimes our daily life can start to feel dull, dry or depressing -- I know it, you know it, we all know it. At times like this, I like to dive into a good fiction book for a much-needed escape into another world, where I can forget about whatever problems are stressing me out. Whether you want to travel to the land of the Hobbits, a galaxy far away or a tropical destination in a steamy romance novel is up to you. You'll come back refreshed after your mini-vacation to a fresh and exciting place in the world of words.
4. You will improve your vocabulary
The more words you're capable of using, the better you will become at expressing your thoughts and feelings. I couldn't imagine how I would write articles like this if I didn't actively aim to expand my vocabulary, because using the same few words to express myself would get awfully boring in a hurry (don't you agree?).
5. You will have things to talk about at parties
Reading more books will enable you to say the sentence, "Did you know ______?" more often, making it easier to start conversations with strangers (or, as I like to say, "People who aren't my friends yet").
6. You will entertain yourself for a low price
If you're looking for entertainment on a budget, you can't beat books. Thanks to the popularity of electronic reading devices like the Kindle and re-selling websites like eBay, it's never been easier to entertain yourself for hours at a time, for the low cost of a few dollars.
7. You will discover surprising new ideas that are interesting and engaging
Reading introduced me to concepts like mindful eating, relaxation exercises, and the importance of loving yourself. If I didn't read, I wouldn't even be aware of these ideas, which have defined my entire coaching philosophy. If you don't read, you could be missing out on intriguing ideas that would likewise re-define your personal purpose or business philosophy.
8. You will eliminate boredom during down-time
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a waiting room, bored out of your mind, with nothing to read but gossip magazines? If so, you should know that it is wise to keep a book in your purse or car at all times, as you never know when you'll find yourself with some time to kill. Even if you just take a few minutes to read a chapter during your commute and lunch break every day, those minutes will quickly turn into hours if repeated consistently.
9. You will strengthen your patience muscles
We live in a society that expects instant gratification, which is anything but a blessing for most people's success in life, as there is nothing "quick" or "easy" about losing weight or starting a successful business. While it might be "easier" to watch a two-hour movie, it is far more beneficial to spend forty-eight hours reading a book. Opting for the book over the TV will strengthen your patience muscles over time, resulting in more success in business and life.
10. You will become an expert in your field
Don't you think reading academic journals, articles, and books by experts in your field might make you better at what you do? If you can't be bothered to learn more about your profession, then your lack of passion could be a sign that you're in the wrong field.
11. You will reduce stress and unwind into a good night's sleep
Exposing yourself to artificial light on your cellphone, TV or tablet reduces your body's production of melatonin, which can make it difficult to get a good night's sleep, if you do so late at night. You would be wise to cut off all electronics at least an hour before bed, and replace that with a good book, which is a much better sleep-friendly alternative.
12. You will change your life
I firmly believe that if it wasn't for books, I wouldn't have achieved an awful lot in my life; nor would I have the knowledge, imagination or creativity that I depend on as a writer, business owner, and coach. I hope these reasons to read more books encourage you to unlock your potential with the power of reading.
翻译:
1，你将优化你的脑力
这不应该让人吃惊，但研究表明，阅读能让你变得聪明。与看电视不同，看电视不需要思考过程，阅读是一种积极的学习体验，它能让你的头脑保持敏锐（即使是在年老的时候）。
2，你会增加你的成功率
你读的书越多，你拥有的知识越多，你的大脑储存的策略和资源越多，你成功的可能性就越大。
3，你将沉浸在一个新的世界里
有时我们的日常生活会开始感到枯燥、枯燥或压抑——我知道，你知道，我们都知道。在这种时候，我喜欢潜入一本好的小说里，去另一个世界，在那里我可以忘记任何让我感到压力的问题。无论你想去霍比特人的土地旅行，在一本热气腾腾的浪漫小说里，一个遥远的加莱克斯3还是一个热带目的地，都取决于你。在你的小假期结束后，你会重新振作起来，回到文字世界里一个新鲜刺激的地方。
4，你将提高你的词汇量
你能用的词越多，你就越善于表达你的思想和感情。我无法想象，如果我不积极地扩大词汇量，我会怎么写这样的文章，因为用同样的几个词来表达自己，会很快变得很无聊（你不同意吗？）。
5，你在聚会上有话可说
多读书能让你说出一句话：“你知道吗？”更常见的是，更容易与陌生人（或者，正如我喜欢说的，“还不是我朋友的人”）开始交谈。
6，你将以低价自娱自乐
如果你想找一个有预算的娱乐场所，你不可能胜过书本。由于像Kindle6这样的电子阅读设备的普及，以及像eBay这样的转售网站的普及，以几美元的低成本一次娱乐几个小时从来都不容易。
7，你会发现令人惊讶的有趣和吸引人的新想法
阅读向我介绍了一些概念，如注意饮食、放松锻炼和爱自己的重要性。如果我不去阅读，我甚至都不会意识到这些理念，它们定义了我的整个教练理念。如果你不阅读，你可能会错过一些有趣的想法，这些想法同样会重新定义你的个人目标或商业哲学。
8，你可以在休息时间消除无聊
你有没有发现自己被困在候诊室里，无聊透顶，除了八卦杂志什么也看不到？如果是这样的话，你应该知道，把一本书一直放在你的钱包或车里是明智的，因为你永远不知道什么时候你会发现自己有时间去杀人。即使你只是在每天上下班和午休的时候花上几分钟阅读一章，如果你不断重复，这些时间很快就会变成几个小时。
9，你会增强你的耐心肌肉
我们生活在一个期望即时满足的社会里，这对大多数人的成功都不是什么好事，因为减肥或创业没有“快”或“容易”。虽然看一部两小时的电影可能“更容易”，但花48小时看一本书要有益得多。在电视上选12本书可以增强你的耐心，使你在事业和生活中获得更大的成功。
10，你将成为你领域的专家
你不认为阅读学术期刊、文章和你所在领域的专家写的书会让你在工作上做得更好吗？如果你懒得多了解你的职业，那么你缺乏激情可能是你在错误领域的一个信号。
11，你会减轻压力，放松下来好好睡一觉
把自己暴露在手机、电视或平板电脑上的人造光下，会减少身体中褪黑激素的产生，如果你在深夜这样做的话，很难得到一个良好的睡眠。你最好在睡觉前一小时关掉所有的电子设备，换上一本好书，这是一个更好的睡眠友好的选择。
12，你会改变你的生活
我坚信，如果没有书，我的人生不会有太大的成就；我也不会有作为作家、企业主和教练所依赖的知识、想象力或创造力。我希望这些阅读更多书籍的理由能鼓励你用阅读的力量释放你的潜力。
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