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How I Trained Myself to Read 300 Pages in One Sitting (Without Losing My Mind)

I used to be the kind of person who read 15 pages an hour and immediately forgot half of it. Then one day, I got obsessed with the idea: “What if I could read a 300-page book in one go?” Not just skim it — actually read and retain it. So I started experimenting. Here’s what really worked: ✨ 1. I trained my attention span like a muscle. Started with 30 minutes, no breaks. Next time: 40. Then 50. Like running longer distances — slow and steady upgrades. 📵 2. I declared war on distractions. Phone: on airplane mode. Music: white noise only. No multitasking, no social scrolls. 🧠 3. I tackled the biggest distraction — my own thoughts. Meditation helped a lot. Even just 5 minutes of breathwork before reading made a difference. My brain felt quieter. 💡 4. I only picked books I wanted to read. Let’s be honest — forcing yourself through a boring book just burns you out. Read what excites you. 🖍 5. I made reading “active.” I highlight, write notes in the margins, and talk to the book like I’m in a debate. Keeps me locked in. 🚨 Bonus Reality Check: Your body still has limits. Your brain’s ability to absorb info fades over time. If you’re reading to learn, break the book into chunks — then pause to reflect. If you’re reading for joy? Go all in. I once read Goblet of Fire in a single rainy Saturday. Didn’t move except to pee. #StudyTips #DeepFocus #ReadingChallenge #BookLover #ReadMoreBooks #ConcentrationTraining #StudyMotivation #ReadingHabit #SelfImprovement #LearnHowToLearn #MindfulReading #FocusHack #ProductivityTips