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cloroxbb t1_j6fftf7 wrote

If you make it into a chore by having to stick to a page count, then you might make it less enjoyable. Just my $0.02 though.

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Thornescape t1_j6ffwvv wrote

I think that it's better to have a consistent minimum than a consistent maximum. This is because our time and energy levels aren't consistent.

Pick the smaller number for your "consistent" number. Something attainable, even on the bad days. Go for 25, if that feels good to you. However, if you feel like exceeding that, this is perfectly fine as well.

Consistent minimums are perfectly fine to encourage you to continue to read. I don't recommend consistent maximums, however. If you feel like reading more, then let it happen.

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Josh6x6 t1_j6fg5od wrote

Myself, I try to read at least 2 chapters a day. In the book I'm currently reading, chapters are about 10 pages, so I'm usually reading 4 or 5 a day. I think a number of chapters makes more sense than a number of pages, but chapter length can vary quite a lot, so I think it would help to be flexible with your goal. Be willing to change it on a book to book basis.

In my opinion - it's better to set a low goal - one that is attainable. No point beating yourself up for failing to meet unattainable goals you've set for yourself. Set a realistic goal, and if you read more than that on some days, great.

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CrazyCatLady108 t1_j6fggmg wrote

Hi there. Your post would be better asked in our Simple Questions thread. It helps us keep the main subreddit focused around broader discussion rather topics which only apply to an individual. Thank you!

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