As we increasingly scroll through life, one habit deserves revival that is reading.

In today's digital age, our attention spans are hijacked by bite-sized reels and social media snippets. While convenient, this trend threatens to erode a timeless pleasure so we must immerse ourselves in books.
Reading, a habit once cherished by many, offers benefits that fleeting online content can't match.
As we know for Knowledge retention books provide in-depth information, fostering better comprehension and retention. Reels foster the knowledge that I might consider useless reels give us more dopamine that's why a human mind prefer pleasure on the other hand on books human being feel pain
But this is not actually true. It's a matter of habit.
I have observed that reading enhances critical thinking, Reading encourages critical analysis, improving problem-solving skills. Initially we may face issues but it broadens our wisdom and makes our mind broader.
Reading helps us in gaining Empathy and understanding, like Through characters' experiences, books broaden our perspectives and foster empathy.
Books relieve Stress Reading can be a calming escape, reducing stress and promoting mental well-being. On the other hand reels ,or shorts Decreased attention span, Constantly switching between apps and reels can lead to distraction and decreased focus. Example, Initially People used to watch TV even for hours but nowadays a 30 second reel should cover the whole story which made us mentally weak. We want all works of nowadays to be. completed in short span of time and want simply shortcuts
As we know Mental health concerns are increasing excessive screen time has been tied to increased stress, anxiety, and depression. It has a bad impact on health, especially eyes.
To reclaim the joy of reading, we must make a conscious effort to prioritize books over mobile screens. Especially among the younger generation . As we know the young ones don't eat or drink . I observe in my surroundings that parents are also willing to give phones and tabs to even toddlers so that they may not cry. And it had a bad impact on the child's well being and mental health.
Like for toddlers I must recommend buying picture books and engaging them in physical activities ,indoor and outdoor games, crafts , paintings , sketches and Start and develop reading habits among them so that they may avoid screen time. The reels are impacting indeed in both ways but they are not willing to watch the good series indeed the dopamine rush
I must suggest on the other side to myself and my colleagues that schedule reading time we must Set aside dedicated time for reading, to free from digital distractions. We should explore diverse genres that it venture beyond favorite authors or topics to discover new interests. Like among children there should be development of story books like religion and that give lessons so that the moral upbringing will automatically lead them to differentiate between the good and bad. Various genres among the youth enhances personal development and enriches the vision makes them visionary what is going around us
For youngsters rather than joining online gaming clubs they should Join book clubs or discussions Share perspectives and insights with fellow readers.
The Alarming Impact of Social Media on youngsters has dramatically altered the reading habits of younger generations. A study by the Pew Research Center found that 54% of teenagers aged 13-17 have read a book in the past year, down from 64% in 2012.The average time spent reading per day has decreased by 23% since 2012.
And 70% of teenagers prefer watching videos over reading.
Another study by the National Literacy Trust reported that
In 2019, only 47.8% of children and young people in England read daily outside of school, down from 50.5% in 2015.
Children who read daily outside of school are more likely to read above their expected reading age (73.5% vs. 44.6%).
These statistics are alarming, indicating a decline in reading habits among young people. The constant stream of information on social media platforms has conditioned younger generations to expect instant gratification and bite-sized content, making it challenging for them to engage with longer, more immersive content like books
One of the great Reading's Impact on Nelson Mandela's Life
Mandela credited reading with helping him develop his critical thinking skills, broadening his perspective, and shaping his vision for a democratic South Africa.
Like, "The Complete works of Shakespeare: Mandela found solace in Shakespeare's plays while in prison, and they helped him develop his understanding of human nature.
Another Das Kapital" by Karl Marx*This book influenced Mandela's views on socialism and economic equality.
Another example is "The Diary of a Country Priest" by Georges Bernanos. This novel helped Mandela develop his sense of empathy and compassion.
During his 27 years in prison, Mandela continued to read voraciously, often in secret.
Mandela's story is a testament to the transformative power of reading. His love of reading helped him develop into a wise, compassionate, and visionary leader who changed the course of history.
As we navigate the digital landscape, let us not forget the profound value of reading. By embracing books and balancing mobile usage, we can cultivate a more informed, empathetic, and well-rounded society.
So The choice is ours, will we scroll through life or turn the page to a brighter future?

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