SeriousQuestions111 OP t1_jeb5ha8 wrote on March 30, 2023 at 7:02 PM

Reply to comment by minimalist_coach in Why is reading important? by SeriousQuestions111

That's a great viewpoint, thank you. It's the exact reason I'm asking - to get an objective feel for it. I was blessed with having a linguistic educator for a parent and have been reading as early as I can remember. Environment is definitely an important factor, but now I'm wondering whether thirst for knowledge is inborn or passed on to intentionally.

minimalist_coach t1_jebonb7 wrote on March 30, 2023 at 9:03 PM

I know there is also a belief that we need to be "productive" all the time. I don't subscribe to that philosophy and choose to spend some of my time just enjoying what life has to offer.

I can't recall ever being asked by people outside of my family why I "waste my time" reading, but if I ever was asked, I would probably respond that I have created a life that allows me to spend time doing what I want to do, and reading is top of that list.