Five Reasons Why you should Read Daily

Harry Potter and the cursed child 

As you go through this post, think about the last time you picked up a book to read or go through a magazine in an online article? Are your reading habits restricted to facebook, twitter or instructions on a pack on cereal? If you are a part of the demographic that doesn't make a habit of daily reading, you may be missing out.

Reading daily has so many benefits, below are five of them;

1. Mental stimulation 

Science has linked daily reading to the prevention of dementia and Alzheimer's since ensuring that the brain remains active prevents the loss of power. Like your legs and arms and other vital parts, your brain needs regular exercise to maintain its health.

     2. Stress reduction

Daily reading is a great stress reducer. A magnificent novel can convey its reader to a different realm. An engaging article has the same power and can reduce tension. Admit it; you're carried away by reading this article as well. Just kidding.

     3. Knowledge

Whatever you read fills your brain with new and fun information that will come in handy someday. When you are more knowledgeable, you will be better equipped for challenges in the future. Also, while you can lose your possessions, job, and money, you will never lose knowledge you acquired.

   4. Expansion of vocabulary

When you read more, you expand your vocabulary. As an articulate speaker, you have the edge over others in your industry and such vocabulary will build up your self-esteem and confidence. You can also learn a new language from reading.

   5. Memory improvement 

Isn’t it amazing that you can remember every single detail of a book you read including the characters, backgrounds and more. Our brains have the ability to contain more information than we can imagine. Reading strengthens your existing memory as each new memory creates synapses that strengthen the memory generally and assists the short term memory function.
In our world where mobile devices are king, you can also read your favorite books from your IPad or iPhone. Here are a few recommended books for your reading pleasure;

• Hogwarts: An Incomplete and Unreliable Guide 

J. K, Rowling is back with the eighth book in the Harry Potter Franchise. It was released with two other eBooks named Short Stories from Hogwarts of Heroism and Hardship and Dangerous Hobbies. The eBooks provide more explanations for the preceding books such as the what was used before the sorting hat, the meaning of Azkaban, and more. It's a great read, and the muggles can get it here.

• Apprentice in Death By J. D. Robb 

The 43rd book of the franchise is just as captivating as the first one. The 20-year-old series has kept its readers entertained, and you will find out why immediately you read it.

• Empire of Storms By Sarah J. Maas 

The fantasy novel is the fifth installment and part of the Throne of Glass series. Lovers of Game of Thrones will love this one. Join Aelin as she makes her way to the Glass throne.

• Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Harry, everyone's favorite wizard is all grown up and is now an employee at the ministry of magic with three lovely children. He still battles with memories from the past and his last son; Albus struggles with a family legacy. Darkness comes from unpredicted places.

• The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo By Amy Schumer

This romantic novel follows the life of Amy Schumer as she relates experiences that helped her formative stage. It’s also a comedy with entertaining scenes.