Sdm 13,010 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I used to read a LOT some years before but now I don't even have the patience to finish simple books. Idk what's wrong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikmak 1,124 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Take a class that forces you to read novels... it helped me Or join a bookclub, in person or online Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
love maze 2,261 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 same i used to read a lot but not now idk what to do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lugoose 11,398 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 choose a book open it read it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belkiss 22,803 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 That's called reading slump You have to read fun, entertaining books that get you out of the reading slump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sdm 13,010 Posted October 11, 2017 Author Share Posted October 11, 2017 Take a class that forces you to read novels... it helped me Or join a bookclub, in person or online This sounds good maybe I'll try it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Princess Yelena 98 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I was active reader since my 12 years to 15. I'm 18 now and haven't read something in months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jia1994 803 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Do you have a goodreads account? It can help organise your reading and what you feel like reading in the future! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btstryhard 977 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Me too. I want to keep back into the reading things but whenever I start a new book I get a voice in the back of my head telling me I have more important things to do like studying and revision, so now I don't have any motivation to even crack open a page. I've literally ruined it for myself associating reading with bad thoughts. For you, it depends on the cause of your loss of interest. Try to pin that down and make a solution that's suited around it. Like for me, I should finish off my work ASAP, find the time to relax and finish off a short book without being distracted by responsibilities. Another way is to just force yourself to read and finish a book then keep doing that until it gets you back into the swing of things. (Just don't force yourself too hard or else you'll end up killing your interest even more.) If you're fandom oriented, maybe it'll help get you interested if you're involved with other people reading the same book and discussing the plot and characters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pirine 4,209 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Take a class that forces you to read novels... it helped me Or join a bookclub, in person or online For me it was the opposite lol. English class killed the love of books in me because i was forced to read them, I fixed it by allowing myself to choose books that looked interesting and not based on literary merit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liliana 7,771 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 You have to read multiple genres and try to find out your preference really, if you know what you prefer you will start reading more and find pleasure in it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue7kaoru 17,423 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 It happened to me before too. I used to love reading but i kinda lost the passion and i barely had time anyway, until last May. I started reading again and i love it. I can't tell you how it happened but it just did lol Try to find a book you'll like mayb it will help !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenYoung 931 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I think finding a great book will remind you of why you loved it. You can also try a few short stories to get back in to mood of reading. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceyla 1,168 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 I used to love reading novels, now, I dont feel like it anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juniorsbae 58 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Maybe you should try changing genres? If you were into YA stuff before, maybe try reading some mystery novels? I think it would help to explore new tastes. Maybe you're no longer interested in the same stuff you were before. People change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikmak 1,124 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 For me it was the opposite lol. English class killed the love of books in me because i was forced to read them, I fixed it by allowing myself to choose books that looked interesting and not based on literary merit. Oh lol, I didn't take any english classes. I took a science fiction literature class and I loved it. The Martian Chronicles is now one of my most favorite books. English classes are too focused on dissecting rather than enjoying so I avoided it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pirine 4,209 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Oh lol, I didn't take any english classes. I took a science fiction literature class and I loved it. The Martian Chronicles is now one of my most favorite books. English classes are too focused on dissecting rather than enjoying so I avoided it Oh thats awesome, I wish I had access to a cool alternative like that, sadly I dont think the American public school system would ever consider the needs of its students like that lmao Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tadpole. 4,154 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 you can't get back into it unless you find a book, open it and force yourself to go through the pages. Once you get a few pages in and hopefully feel intrigued, you won't want to stop. The cravings will come back. Speaking from experience here. But well, don't chose a book you know you won't like for this. Go to goodreads and skim through their library and pick a book which sounds like something that might interest you and something you will likely not get bored of. Plenty of good, intriguing descriptions out there. It doesn't even matter if its some trashy cliché book. You simply need to ease yourself into the habit first and any kind of book can work for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sdm 13,010 Posted October 11, 2017 Author Share Posted October 11, 2017 Maybe you should try changing genres? If you were into YA stuff before, maybe try reading some mystery novels? I think it would help to explore new tastes. Maybe you're no longer interested in the same stuff you were before. People change. I read everything as long as its fiction. I don't really like self help books or biographies that's all. Maybe I just need the right book to start it off again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-masayume- 3,749 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Go to the nearest library, spend some time between the shelves and try to find something you like. What genre did you use to read before? Borrow your favourite book, reread it again, it will help you remember why did you like reading books in the first place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deobizone 7,779 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 im kinda the same atm but i try rereading my favourite book and the memory and how much i love reading comes back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 do you spend a lot of time online? it might affect your concentration. try reading when it's raining outside, it's relaxing and sets you to the right mood For me it was the opposite lol. English class killed the love of books in me because i was forced to read them, I fixed it by allowing myself to choose books that looked interesting and not based on literary merit. same, i hated when i had to read something (and having a deadline...), even if the book would've been interesting to me otherwise. i often didn't even finish them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikmak 1,124 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Oh thats awesome, I wish I had access to a cool alternative like that, sadly I dont think the American public school system would ever consider the needs of its students like that lmao Oohh... yeah, it's better to look at book clubs then. I was only able to take the sci fi lit one instead of regular english because college. On the plus side you have more time to read! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sdm 13,010 Posted October 11, 2017 Author Share Posted October 11, 2017 do you spend a lot of time online? it might affect your concentration. Yes lol. I think I'm on reddit, OH and FB too much. Maybe its time to cut down Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denizen mars 5,911 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 You gotta make time for it, set your phone/computer aside (or use blocking extensions if you read on your computer). I find doing this and reading helps me calm down a lot, it's good for my anxiety Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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