How to Make Reading a Daily Habit

Nothing compares to the magic of getting lost in a story; letting yourself slip away from the real world to disappear between the pages. 📖

But sometimes, finding the time to galavant new realms can feel like its own impossible quest, so we’ve collated some of the best tips to help you start flying through the chapters. These small but mighty changes will encourage you to prioritise reading on a daily basis, getting you into a good reading routine which will soon became a ritual you’ll look forward to every single day. 💫

👜 Always Keep a Book In Reach

Wherever you are or wherever you wander, always keep a book close by. Whether it’s placed on your bedside table or tucked into your bag, you’ll always be ready to embark on an escapade whenever the desire strikes! The more visible and accessible your books are, the more likely you are to pick them up on a whim.

📺 Switch Your Screen Time for Reading Time

There are many hidden reading opportunities to unlock throughout the day if you’re intentional about it. Perhaps swap an evening episode with a chapter, or trade your lunchtime doomscrolling to flip through some pages. You can also make the most of those small, mundane moments, such as when you’re in a queue, commuting, or passing time while waiting for a friend. You might not make much progress, but you can definitely get in a page or 2!

🕘 Try Reading Sprints

Set aside a small amount of time each day in which you read without distraction. Even if it’s just for 10 minutes or however long it takes you to finish a single chapter, put your phone out of sight, turn your TV off, and let yourself have some quiet, focused time to sink into a story. Starting small will help you build a habit, and it won’t be long until it becomes part of your daily rhythm. And if you’d like to share the magic with some company, many bookish creators host cosy reading sprints that you can join from the comfort of your own home! They’re perfect for a little bit of motivation from other book lovers.

🛋️ Create a Dedicated Reading Space

Habits are often situational and thrive on familiarity and associations. So instead of just reading in bed or on the sofa when you’re at home, try reading in a dedicated reading space as it will signal to your brain that it’s time to settle down and step into another world. Snuggling into a reading nook is like being cast under a spell, and you’ll soon be allured into immersing yourself in stories and relaxation.

📚 Have a Variety of Books On The Go

Not every story fits every mood, so sometimes the key to reading more is simply just having more options. Having a few different books on the go will keep you enchanted and prevent you from falling into reading slumps, ensuring there’s always a story you’re excited to return to!

🎧 Embrace Audiobooks

If finding the time to get physical reading in is a challenge, audiobooks are wonderful for multitasking, turning the ordinary extraordinary. When you’re getting ready, exercising, commuting, cooking dinner, or cleaning around the house, audiobooks turn everyday tasks into an adventure and they help the time fly by!

☕ Add Reading to Your Favourite Daily Rituals

As well as the above multitasking benefits, you can also make reading into an act of self-care by combining it with the moments you already look forward to each day. Maybe that’s reading a few pages alongside your morning coffee, or unwinding with a book after you finish your evening skincare routine. By connecting stories with comfort and relaxation, reading will soon become something you naturally crave as part of your day.

Are you ready to weave a little more magic into your day-to-day? Let us know which tips you’ll be trying out! 💜