Reading Speed

It took a long time to teach my brain to calm the hell down and sit still enough to devour a book. I used to get in trouble at home and school all the time because I have rapid thought, which can be a good thing when controlled, but uncontrolled it’s hard to sort out your own mind. 

My husband is a slow reader and he feels ashamed of it. I keep offering him encouragement because it doesn’t matter how fast you read, the effort you put forth when allowing someone else’s words to wash over you is enough. Reading is not a race. It is not meant to cause anxiety or shame anyone. 

Take your time. I often make myself slow down so I can savor a beloved story. I remember reading speed tests in school and I abhor this practice. I really hope they’ve removed such a useless scale. Reading is always more fun when you can enjoy a book at your own pace.