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There are lots of reasons to read, so I'm wondering what y'all get out of reading? (lemmy.blahaj.zone)
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For me, I have very little in my life, so it's something of an escape into another world.

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[–] theblips@lemm.ee 4 points 1 day ago

The biggest reason I started reading more (went from 2-3 books a year to 2 a month) is just to avoid using tech in my free time. I noticed I get way more relaxed in general and have a better attitude towards life if I'm reading more