I don't think I need to tell you that reading is good for you—great for you. The more you read, the more you learn. The more you learn, the greater the grasp you have on how the world ticks. Reading expandsyour life perspective and fine tunes your life filter.You understand life more, and in turn, can deal with it better. Unfortunately, most people don't read.Sometimes, people do want to read—they've got abook at home sitting on the shelf that they fancy—but can never seem to find the time. Well my friends, this post is for you.

　　Reading is a pleasure.

　　Obviously, to get yourself motivated to read, read something that interests you. Meditation, animals, philosophy, sex—whatever you want. If you're drawn to the book, the more likely you'll be excited to pick it up and read it.

　　Set triggers

　　Make reading a habit by setting triggers. For example, breakfast (among other things), is my trigger. Whenever I break the fast, I make it a rule to read. You can do this for anything—when you go to the washroom, when you're taking the subway, while you are eating dinner, before bed—you get the point. Your triggers will act as a friendly reminder that you should read. It may take some time getting used to (like all habits do), but it's worth it!

　　Have a goal

　　Some people set radical goals for themselves like reading one book a week. (Yeah, I know right?) Obviously you don't have to be as radical as that. You can start by reading a book a month. Or a book every two months even. Up to you. Whatever floats your boat. But setting a goal and a spiring to reach it gives you a focus that'll help you get the job done.

　　Accountability

　　Accountability helps. Maybe have a reading partner. Set something up between the both of you where you tell each other what book you're going to read and when you're going to check in with one another to see through your promise. Another thing you can do is borrowing books from your local library. (A gold mine!) The return date gives you a sense of pressure to finish your book by a certain deadline.

　　Read whenever you can

　　If you're determined and willing, use every possible moment when you're idle to indulge inthe art of the written word. On the bus. On the subway. On your lunch break. When you're atthe gym. You won't regret it, I promise!