I seem to have lost my reading mojo

I have a similar problem. It seems I have so many other things to do, that reading takes a back seat and I find it difficult to motivate myself to start on anything. It can be overwhelming, there's so many other things to do with my time. I make a point of at least reading in bed. I go to bed a half hour early, just to dedicate the time to reading. Sometimes I read for that half hour, sometimes I'll continue for an hour, it depends how tired I am. It's not much time, but it's a start, and if I get into the book, then I find time to continue read it, as I'm encouraged then to keep turning the pages to finish it.

As a former Stoic, I condition myself to habit. I force myself into a timed condition response, reinforcing it. My brain does give out, if I focus too much on narrative reading I'll cycle as needed to a ES function like talking (which I am doing now). I hand copy books in whole, if I notice my script is going wonky or I am no longer grasping the text and am just powering through with it without comprehension, I will stop and reread it, and relax my mind and daydream a bit.

Sometimes this is all overwhelming or undesirable so I will turn peripatetic and go for a walk to let my mind roam free.

I also listen to instrumental music at 420 hz. Usually something like cello, contrabass, duduk- no voices or words.

And whatever you do, do not surround yourself with knick-knacks, stuffed animals and pottery in a she-shed in the backyard with scented candles burning and a wicker bowl of yarn by your side as Maia Angelou audiobook is narrated on the speaker while you sip a expresso. This is counter productive and will not help you on your journey to becoming a better reader.

I used to love reading. I knew many would have been able to read more than me. I like taking in the novel and really digesting it. Now I know how I loved to read, but can I get myself to pick up a book? I'd rather write how I can't and that's about the most ridiculous thing a person can do. I've just been too distracted, a lot of things going on, but one thing before that took me away was reading a book. What's stopping you?

I recently got back into reading after being in a flare for so long from my illness. I highly recommend "Fourth Wing". The first book in a series from Rebecca Yarros. I get into ruts of not reading.. I think you need to feel relaxed, in the mood & commit special spot(s) for reading. A space you adore basically. :) Maybe audio books or a smaller book might be a good place to start? It happens to the best of us. I hope you enjoy reading again soon!

Definitely have that problem! I think book clubs \ book buddies help; i also feel like switching to short stories or comics for a while can get that motor running.

Do you mind if I ask what kind of stuff you like to read?

I always read, I can't be without a book. But there are times when I just can't read anything but entertainment, can't read anything that's serious in any way at all. I just wait till I get interested again, don't force it.

I think it's an age thing. I've gound that as I get older I just can't concentrate for long periods. I used to read a couple if books a week. Now it takes about a month to get through one!

Joining a bookclub or finding someone else to read with can be a good motivator. I read with my teenage daughter to help her develop good habits and we've got through quite a few classics.

I go through waves. Right now mine is slowing down a bit. It will pick back up in the winter months.

Nope...i would probably be diagnosed as addicted to reading 😜

Same problem I am experiencing now