books, life expectancy, reading, yale school of public health

Read Books to Live Longer

Researchers at Yale University have recently published a study showing that people who read books live longer on average than those who don’t. What are the benefits of reading? Everyone can list many benefits, such as increasing knowledge, broadening horizons, etc. But few people would think that reading more can help you live longer. Researchers ...

David Jirard

A senior reading.

The Art of Tsundoku: Why Owning Unread Books Is Good for You

The word tsundoku comes from the verb “doku,” which means “reading,” and “tsumu,” meaning “pile up.” Tsundoku is a Japanese phrase that describes buying books and letting them pile up without reading or using them. It may also be a noun that refers to someone who accumulates books. But aren’t you just a hoarder if ...

Nathan Machoka

A home library.

Embracing Magic in the Mundane: 10 Ways to Romanticize Your Life

You often find yourself desiring special moments amid your busy daily life. But what if I told you that those special moments don’t have to be limited to extravagant trips or candlelit dinners? They can be found in your everyday activities. With a little focus and the ability to see the ordinary as unique, even ...

Haidene Go

Happy African American millennial man and woman sit on a sofa talking together.

9 Activities to Enrich and Embrace Your Feminine Energy

Have you ever wondered how to enhance your feminine energy and harness your inner strength? Women juggle a variety of roles and responsibilities, balancing everything from career aspirations to family commitments.  Discovering activities that resonate with your true self is just as important as these defining features. Such activities can provide an opportunity to explore ...

Haidene Go

Smiling brunette outside with sunglasses perched on top of her head.

Helping Barbers Fill Their Shops with Books for Kids

Reading can transport you into different worlds, stimulate your imagination, and empower you with knowledge. As technology continues to dominate our lives, it’s crucial to find innovative ways to encourage children to rediscover the joy of reading. One man’s inspiring initiative was to partner with barbershops and fill them with books, creating a nurturing environment ...

Viena Abdon

Barbershop books for kids.

Why Reading to Children Is Important

Reading to children isn’t just a pastime or a spontaneous activity. It has many benefits for your child’s development. Find out why it’s so important to read to your children. While most parents read to their children when young, not many realize why keeping this practice up is essential as they age. The top reasons ...

Mike West

A girl reading a book.

The Bus Driver Who Taught Children How to Read: Mr. Herman’s Kids

Being a bus driver is often a job that most people overlook, but one particular driver decided to use his free time to teach children how to read. Here’s how Mr. Herman helped the children read and their reactions to how he spent his free time teaching them. Herman Cruse is a bus driver who ...

Mike West

Herman Cruse with a student.

Giving the Gift of Character to Children

The most important subjects children can learn aren’t graded. Those lessons are in strong character and moral values, yet we seldom receive instruction. Here are some of the best gifts to help introduce those great lessons and build character in your children. Developing companionship For children, the warmest love comes from the companionship of parents. ...

Raven Montmorency

housewife

Small Group Reading Shown to Boost Pupil Progress

A trial program that sees primary school children reading in small groups has shown that it can help pupils make an additional two months’ progress during an academic year. The ABRACADABRA (ABRA) and Reading and Understanding in Key Stage 1 (RUKS) program involved more than 4,000 Year 1 pupils (ages 5-6) from 157 schools across ...

Troy Oakes

Female Asian teacher helping children with different ethnic backgrounds read a book.

Underrated Books for Entrepreneurs in 2022

Sometimes the gap between an entrepreneur and a life-changing idea is just a single book. So if you’re looking for that hidden gem, look no further and check out our list of the most underrated books for entrepreneurs. The more you feed yourself with new ideas, the more likely you’ll be able to move forward ...

Mike West

A man reading a book.