5 Simple Techniques to Read More Despite a Tight Schedule

With the right mindset and a few practical hacks, you can squeeze in some solid reading time even with a packed schedule!

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“I want to read more, but I don’t have the time.” Sound familiar?

Between work, social commitments, endless to-do lists, and trying to squeeze in some “me time,” it feels like reading for pleasure has become a distant dream.

But guess what? Building a reading habit doesn’t have to be a massive, time-consuming project!

So, let’s dive into how you can start turning those pages without overhauling your entire life!

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1. Start Small: Don’t Overwhelm Yourself

First, let’s get rid of the idea that you need to read for hours a day to be considered a “reader.”

Spoiler: you don’t.

If your schedule is busy, trying to dive into a 600-page novel in one sitting is unrealistic — and let’s be real, it sounds exhausting.

Instead, start small.

Set yourself the goal of reading 5–10 pages a day. You’d be surprised how quickly…