r/GetMotivated • u/Focusaur • 1d ago

DISCUSSION [Discussion] How I built patience and stayed motivated to read more

Yeah, I used to struggle with focusing when I read. I’d catch myself skimming, just jumping to the interesting bits, or even thinking, “Ugh, I wish someone would just tell me what happens next!” It was hard to sit and really take it all in.

So, I started trying small things. Like, I’d just focus on getting through one page without rushing. At first, I had to remind myself to slow down. Sometimes, I’d take a deep breath before starting, just to clear my head. And honestly, it worked. I actually started getting into the book and enjoying the little details instead of rushing to the end. It’s still a work in progress, but the more I practiced, the easier it got. Now, I can get through a whole chapter without feeling like I need to skip ahead.

It’s definitely been a shift, and using a Pomodoro timer has helped too. Breaking things up into smaller chunks really makes it easier to stay focused. And honestly, the more I stuck with it, the more I started to enjoy the process. It makes me realize that reading isn’t just about finishing the book, but truly enjoying it.

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u/Focusaur 1d ago

And more patience

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u/Violesha 1d ago

Limit things that shorten your attention span. Practice delayed gratification.

You sound like you're already on the right path. Like you said, "slow down".

Mindful engagement, keep catching yourself when you skip forward, lose discipline, go too fast- then correct yourself and keep going.

Merry Christmas❤️