100% agree with everything. Me and my husband lovelovelove those Saturday and Sunday mornings where we can read our newspapers and magazines while our kids are occupied by the tv. And in an interesting turn of events we’ve noticed our eldest often now pausing her show, grabbing a book and joining us. She even asked for a cappuccino the other weekend (we gave her steamed milk!)
I wonder if this is how I get my kids back into reading? The house full of books isnit working, but maybe some print media left on the table to look at over breakfast will do it. Thanks for the idea
This article got me thinking after this paragraph:
“So this year, in my quest to take back control of my attention span, I returned to print. And in doing so, I've been reminded why I love a print magazine so much.
First, there's the diversity. When I'm reading a magazine online, I don't find myself going near the pieces that don't immediately catch my eye. There are hundreds of other things I could be reading that are right up my street, so why bother with something that, on the face of it, isn't? ”
Very nicely written and this is also what am I doing but I am struggling to be consistent. But, while reading this sentences something poped on my mind: Maybe we need to trainee/conrol ourselves to shift our focus not online on online articles that we like, maybe we should also include others. The skill to mimic paper print magazines. Or maybe its not possible.
Yes I actually read a really interesting article the other day questioning whether it’s attention we’ve lost or focus…I’m still thinking about that and the differences between the two!
Oh I hate reading online magazines and articles for exactly the same reasons. Much prefer print.
My dad doesn't read much but the one thing I love is that he buys his local paper and keeps it on the side in the kitchen open to the page he's reading; he reads one double page spread a day and eeks the paper out over the week. It feels so inviting to have a quick flick through whenever you visit.
I’m trying to cut the number of them down!! I’m nervous that people will be like ‘no way you read that’….unfortunately I really do! It’ll be out on Sunday!
If it brings you joy, who cares what anyone thinks. And, whether you read some of them, none of them, or all of them. That is totally your prerogative. It’s your money and your time - spend it how you want to.
I looked into the magazine that was in your bag last week. The Philosophy Now magazine. I read the 4 free articles and I must say I was really drawn to it.
The world hates to see a smart, well-read woman coming! ;)
There's something to be said for the feel of the paper under your fingertips as you turn the page, the smell of it, the weight in your hands. Digital just doesn't hold a candle. It's why as a reader I never got into Kindles (and why I have three bookshelves in my house that are all crammed full).
My current experience is similar, but different. I have spent the past 2 years doing a digital crossword puzzle every morning with my tea. It became something I had to do or I'd lose my "streak". It wasn't fun anymore. 2 days ago, I deleted the app and bought a crossword puzzle book. This morning I sat outside, drinking my tea and working on my crossword puzzle. I was more present, there were no ads and I found enjoyment in the puzzle again! Thank you for sharing and I look forward to your magazine recommendations.
Love this Lisa! I mean who isn’t a fan of wordle?! But I hear you - I’ve started to carry a suduko puzzle book with me. Just for those moments I want to not read but not be on my phone!
I catch myself jumping to the comments before I've finished the article — skimming for the reaction instead of sitting with the thing itself. Thirty years of corporate life trained me to move fast and find the signal quickly. Old habit.
I used to read Real Simple slowly. Gardening, cooking, home organization — nothing urgent, nothing that needed a response. Just the magazine and a cup of coffee. I didn't realize until I read this how rarely I do that anymore, even in retirement when I theoretically have all the time in the world.
I’m 100% the same. Skim, get the vibe, then move on. Is there anything urgent, anything I need to action, if not then move on. It takes a while to train your brain to do both!
100% agree with everything. Me and my husband lovelovelove those Saturday and Sunday mornings where we can read our newspapers and magazines while our kids are occupied by the tv. And in an interesting turn of events we’ve noticed our eldest often now pausing her show, grabbing a book and joining us. She even asked for a cappuccino the other weekend (we gave her steamed milk!)
Awwww that’s such a sweet couple activity and love how your daughter is picking up the same vibes!
I wonder if this is how I get my kids back into reading? The house full of books isnit working, but maybe some print media left on the table to look at over breakfast will do it. Thanks for the idea
What a great idea! I remember reading and re-reading the back of the cornflakes packet at breakfast out of boredom!
This article got me thinking after this paragraph:
“So this year, in my quest to take back control of my attention span, I returned to print. And in doing so, I've been reminded why I love a print magazine so much.
First, there's the diversity. When I'm reading a magazine online, I don't find myself going near the pieces that don't immediately catch my eye. There are hundreds of other things I could be reading that are right up my street, so why bother with something that, on the face of it, isn't? ”
Very nicely written and this is also what am I doing but I am struggling to be consistent. But, while reading this sentences something poped on my mind: Maybe we need to trainee/conrol ourselves to shift our focus not online on online articles that we like, maybe we should also include others. The skill to mimic paper print magazines. Or maybe its not possible.
Yes I actually read a really interesting article the other day questioning whether it’s attention we’ve lost or focus…I’m still thinking about that and the differences between the two!
Oh I hate reading online magazines and articles for exactly the same reasons. Much prefer print.
My dad doesn't read much but the one thing I love is that he buys his local paper and keeps it on the side in the kitchen open to the page he's reading; he reads one double page spread a day and eeks the paper out over the week. It feels so inviting to have a quick flick through whenever you visit.
Local papers have so much good news too!
I can’t wait for you to share what magazine rotation. I’m always looking for new ideas.
I’m trying to cut the number of them down!! I’m nervous that people will be like ‘no way you read that’….unfortunately I really do! It’ll be out on Sunday!
I’m looking forward to it.
If it brings you joy, who cares what anyone thinks. And, whether you read some of them, none of them, or all of them. That is totally your prerogative. It’s your money and your time - spend it how you want to.
I looked into the magazine that was in your bag last week. The Philosophy Now magazine. I read the 4 free articles and I must say I was really drawn to it.
The world hates to see a smart, well-read woman coming! ;)
Don’t they just! Oooo I’m glad you enjoyed it. I think you’ll like the others I read too!
There's something to be said for the feel of the paper under your fingertips as you turn the page, the smell of it, the weight in your hands. Digital just doesn't hold a candle. It's why as a reader I never got into Kindles (and why I have three bookshelves in my house that are all crammed full).
📚 I hope those shelves are reinforced!
They are!
My current experience is similar, but different. I have spent the past 2 years doing a digital crossword puzzle every morning with my tea. It became something I had to do or I'd lose my "streak". It wasn't fun anymore. 2 days ago, I deleted the app and bought a crossword puzzle book. This morning I sat outside, drinking my tea and working on my crossword puzzle. I was more present, there were no ads and I found enjoyment in the puzzle again! Thank you for sharing and I look forward to your magazine recommendations.
Love this Lisa! I mean who isn’t a fan of wordle?! But I hear you - I’ve started to carry a suduko puzzle book with me. Just for those moments I want to not read but not be on my phone!
You named something I hadn't quite articulated.
I catch myself jumping to the comments before I've finished the article — skimming for the reaction instead of sitting with the thing itself. Thirty years of corporate life trained me to move fast and find the signal quickly. Old habit.
I used to read Real Simple slowly. Gardening, cooking, home organization — nothing urgent, nothing that needed a response. Just the magazine and a cup of coffee. I didn't realize until I read this how rarely I do that anymore, even in retirement when I theoretically have all the time in the world.
The irony of that isn't lost on me.
I’m 100% the same. Skim, get the vibe, then move on. Is there anything urgent, anything I need to action, if not then move on. It takes a while to train your brain to do both!