#how to read more

[sunscreenstudies]

Simple Tips to Read More

1. Set a Reading Goal: Challenge yourself to read a certain number of pages or books each week. Having a goal keeps you motivated.

2. Prioritize Reading Time: Dedicate a specific time for reading each day. It could be in the morning, during breaks, or before bed.

3. Carry a Book Everywhere: Keep a book or e-reader with you at all times. You'd be surprised how many pages you can sneak in during idle moments.

4. Create a Reading Nook: Design a cozy reading nook with comfy chairs, good lighting, and a side table for your books and a cup of tea.

5. Make a Reading List: Create a list of books you want to read. It's like having a reading roadmap.

6. Join a Book Club: Engaging in discussions with fellow readers can inspire you to read more and discover new genres.

7. Limit Screen Time: Reduce the time spent on screens, especially social media and streaming services, to make room for reading.

8. Read What You Love: Don't force yourself to read something you're not interested in. Choose books that genuinely intrigue you.

9. Audiobooks and Podcasts: If you have a busy schedule, listen to audiobooks or book-related podcasts while commuting or doing chores.

10. Set Realistic Expectations: Life can get busy. It's okay if you can't read a book a week. Read at your own pace.

11. Combine Activities: Combine hobbies with reading. For example, listen to a book while working out or cooking.

12. Public Libraries: Make use of your local library. It's a treasure trove of free books and resources.

13. Breaks for Books: Instead of scrolling through your phone during breaks, pick up a book.

14. Reread Favorites: Reread books you love. It's like visiting an old friend.

15. Track Your Progress: Keep a reading journal to record your thoughts and track your reading progress.

[novlr]

"The in-between times can get lost by automatically reaching for your phone, even though it doesn’t provide you much enjoyment in those moments – not like a good book can. So finding that new time in my day was brilliant for me."

[unsung-idiot]

don't show him modern technology; it won't end well

bonus under the cut:

[cozystars]

!!! BUILT LIKE BILBO BAGGINS !!!

[bisclavaret]

a day late to my 6 years on t anniversary ✨🏳️‍⚧️ a short comic about looking back

[illusioncanthurtme--art]

Physically? I am sitting in my bedroom. Mentally? Spiritually? I AM DEAD ON THE FLOOR!!!!! THESE TWO HAVE KILLED ME!!!!

(Another drawing! This was originally attempt #1 at drawing stan, and then fiddleford just showed up. Kinda feels like them five minutes after the above acting like nothing happened though, so it works sdjkgkjfshj)

[patzweigz]

really surprised i have of yet to see this reading of laios' and toshiro's relationship before tbh

[girlcockholmes]

HAATEEEE hate actually. that overweight is considered a more pc nice term than fat. like i need the word fat to become destigmatized right now because im tired of people talking circles around trying to say chubby or big or plus size as catchalls because fat is a fine word. its fine. i know its been deemed derogatory by our culture but thats because being fat is deemed bad anyways but i think its a better word than calling people overweight like over what weight hm? what weight are you saying they are over. normal?? fuck you

[professorcalculusstanaccount]

I remember discussing Tintin casting choices with a friend from Germany and remarked how it was odd he often has an English accent in adaptations rather than a Belgian one, and my friend just replied "that's because Tintin gives incredibly strong English boy energy (derogatory)"

Here in the UK there's a lot of weird classism tied into accents. Today accent diversity and representation in broadcasting is actively pursued but in Tintin's time there certainly was a preferred accent to have.

imagine this exchange happens between pages 28-29 in The Crab with the Golden Claws

[egophiliac]

buckle up lads we're going BACK INTO THE BOOK

[hinamie]

unconditionally

[sunscreenstudies]

How to Read More (if you're a slow reader)

1. Accept Your Pace: Embrace the fact that you read at your own pace, and that's perfectly fine. Slow reading can offer a deeper understanding of the text and there are no prizes for reading fast (unless you're in a speed reading competition I guess but that's not what we're talking about here)

2. Set Realistic Goals: Instead of focusing on quantity, aim to read a certain number of pages each day. Consistency matters more than speed and it's super helpful to actually break your reading down into smaller, manageable sections such as "10 pages a night" rather than "read for an hour".

3. Reading Aloud: Try reading aloud. It may help you to concentrate and understand the material better. Or, use your finger or a pen to guide your reading. It can help maintain your focus and prevent wandering eyes.

4. Eliminate Distractions: Find a quiet, distraction-free environment for your reading. A calm setting can help you focus and settle in to your reading session. Avoid rushing through a book. Make it a relaxing experience.

5. Audiobooks: Consider listening to audiobooks in conjunction with your reading. This multisensory approach can enhance your understanding. Or, if you're comprehension levels are naturally higher for aural rather than visual, consider just listening to audiobooks full stop!

[starry-bi-sky]

I am loudly pushing the batdad agenda i am loudly pushing the— DPxDC Prompt

“Woah. You look like shit."

Granted, that’s probably not the first thing Danny should be saying to the guy that just bit the curb, but in his defense; he’s not running on 100% right now either.

The man -- tall, towering, and broader than Danny is tall -- whips around on his heel, black frayed cape flaring out impressively. Danny would've whistled in appreciation, but he takes the time instead to wipe the back of his hand across his mouth, smearing the blood running from his nose across his cheek.

"Sorry." He blinks widely, not even flinching as the man with the horns zeroes in on him. "That was rude of me. I have a really bad brain-to-mouth filter; Sam says its what always gets me into trouble."

And she's not wrong either, per say. His smart mouth is what landed him in this situation -- with blood blossom extract running through his veins and cannibalizing the ectoplasm in his bloodstream. Thanks Vlad.

The man grunts at him; a short, curt "hm" that shouldn't make Danny smile, but he does because he's somewhat delirious and probably concussed. The man keeps some kind of distance, sinking towards the shadows of Gotham's alleyway like he dares to melt right into it.

If it's supposed to scare Danny, it doesn't work. Danny's never been afraid of the dark; he's always been able to hide himself in it. He blinks slowly at the mass of shadows.

"You look hurt." The shadows says, blurring together around the edges. Danny squints, and licks his lips to get the blood dripping down his chin off. Ugh, he hates the taste of blood.

"I am." He says, "My godfather poisoned me. M'dying." The agony of the blood blossom eating him from the inside out looped back around to numbing a while ago, so all he feels is half-awake and dazed.

"Hey," Danny stumbles forward towards the man, a bloodied hand reaching out to him. "You-- you're a hero, right? You're not attacking me; which is more than I can say for most costumed people I've met." Maybe it's a poor bar to judge someone at, but he's already established that Danny's not in his right mind.

The man makes no change in expression, but Danny realizes blearily that it's hard to tell with the shadows on his face. He stays still long enough for Danny to latch onto the cape -- stretchy, but almost soft under his fingers.

He looks up blearily into the whites of the man's eyes. "Can you help me? I don't-- I don't wanna die." Again. He doesn't wanna die again. He blinks slow and lizard-like. "I mean- I'll probably get to see mom and dad again, but I told them I'd at least try and make it to adulthood."

There's a clatter down the street, and Danny's ghost sense chills up his spine and leaves a bitter, ashy taste in his mouth. He immediately knows who it belongs to even before the deceptively gentle; "Daniel?" echoes down the way.

"Daniel? Quit your games, badger, Gotham is dangerous for children."

Danny's mouth pulls back, and blood spills against his tongue. "Please." He rasps, and grabs onto the shadow's cape with both hands. "Please. He's going to kill me. Please--"

"Daniel? Is that you?"

His lips part, dragging in air to plead with the darkness again. He doesn't need to, the whites of his eyes narrow, and the cape whirls around him before Danny can blink. Soon swaddled in shadows, the Night lifts him up, and steals him away.

[doomdoomofdoom]

Kamala Harris does want "transgender surgery on illegal aliens that are in prison", btw.

So since Trumpists are getting mad enough about the jokes to actually cite their sources, I thought I'd put the source out into my left extremist commie faggot echo chamber, too.

The claim originates from an ACLU questionnaire she filled out for her 2020 presidential candidacy, specifically this section:

She wasn't given a new questionnaire for 2024, and has stated that while her policy on some things may have changed, her values had not. (This most likely means she moved more to the center to appease larger demographics and cut corners to reach compromises. The basic politician stuff.)

It boils down to this: If you're in prison, whether for "illegal" immigration or other crimes, you rely on the state to provide you with necessary amenities, like food and health care. Her argument isn't "hell yeah everyone in prison should get sex changes for free". It's "gender affirming surgery is a necessary medical procedure. If you are in the states care while this becomes necessary, the state should provide it." If you're outraged by your tax money being used on this, consider the massive amount of people being incarcerated in for-profit prisons, on your dime. Then ask yourself if maybe a prison reform might be in order.

Worth noting: In 2015, while Attorney General, Kamala Harris actually argued against providing gender-affirming surgery to an incarcerated trans woman, claiming that HRT and psychotherapy were sufficiently covering her medical needs. She has since obviously changed her stance and assumed responsibility. (I would like to take this moment to remind my fellow left extremist commie faggots that "willingness to learn and rethink your views" is infinitely more valuable than "perfect from the start and unwilling to listen to anyone")

Also found in the source: This image of Kamala Harris participating in the 2019 San Francisco Pride Parade, wearing what I believe to be a sequin rainbow embroidered denim jacket.

I encourage you to read the provided CNN article and the answers to the ACLU questionnaire, as they give great insight into her values.

TLDR: Based.

[watchingwisteria]

listen there really was just something about how in the book, snow’s 3-page descent from hesitant lover boy to deluded mfer happens entirely in his mind. lucy gray gives him no indication whatsoever that she suspects him, that she’s going to leave or betray him. he’s just sitting quietly in the cabin waiting for her to return when that seed of calculated suspicion, which he has needed to survive the capitol, takes a hold of him and chokes the life out of any goodness left inside him. it really drives home your terror as a reader that “oh my god did he kill her? did she escape? what happened to her? why would he even think that?” in a way that when the movie had to adjust for visualization it lost some of that holy shit this guy has lost it emphasis.

[atissi]

kras mazov lookin ass