Many people underestimate the benefits of reading, and completely in vain, because books make a person smarter and healthier.
Experts have revealed what qualities ordinary reading can develop if you make it a daily habit.
First, empathy develops.
Reading teaches people to empathize with other people’s troubles and to learn about the characteristics and views of other cultures and traditions.
Secondly, vocabulary increases
The more words are stored in a person's memory, the more developed his speech is. He becomes an interesting conversationalist, increasing his authority in the eyes of others.
Third, prevention of cognitive disorders
Regular reading at the age of 50 and above has been shown to reduce the risk of developing cognitive disorders. A similar effect occurs when solving puzzles, board games and crosswords.
Fourth, reading reduces stress and anxiety.
Reading just six minutes a day can reduce the effects of stress by 68%.
Fifth, brain development continues
And all thanks to complex thinking due to metaphors, abstract ideas, artistic images.
New problem-solving skills are also acquired.
Sixth, reading has a positive effect on the quality of sleep.
Reading books before bed reduces the negative impact of electronic devices. The effect of reading is compared to the effect of meditation.
