Reading has benefits at any time
of the day, so the good news is you don't have to choose. It could be
advantageous to read both right before going to sleep and right when you wake
up. According to Maryanne Wolf, author of Reader, Come Home, starting and
ending the day with a good book could be ideal.
Engaging with literature in the
early hours can set a positive tone for your day and grant you a quiet,
uninterrupted space to explore new ideas and stories. On the other hand, if
you're more of a night owl and relish the idea of unwinding with a book at the
end of the day, then embrace the evening hours.
Since our batteries have just been
recharged after a good night's sleep, mornings are usually the best time
to read and understand. We are very likely to retain more information when
reading in the morning as well, also because our brain is usually energized
after just having woken up.
Light is high in blue wavelengths.
Blue, in turn, is the strongest signal to your brain that it is time to be
awake.” If you're reading on a device like a smartphone or tablet, reading
in the morning is best, because it could help you wake up earlier or feel more
awake in the morning.
Just like stretching your body
after a good night's sleep, diving into a book in the morning can
help stretch your mind. You're more likely to approach the text with a clear,
open, and focused mind, which can lead to a deeper understanding and connection
with the material.
The most suitable time for reading
is morning. At night, we are stressed and tired which makes our brain work in
an ill manner. In the morning, we are refreshed, and reading something
productive or good will make our day better. Studying in the morning helps us
remember quite difficult things.
Aiming for 20–30 minutes of
reading before bed is ideal, long enough to relax your mind but not so long
that it cuts into your sleeping time. However, this can vary based on
individual preferences. If you find yourself getting sleepy earlier, or if you
need a little more time to wind down, then adjust accordingly.
Overall, reading a book in
bed before going to sleep improves sleep quality. In the intervention group
(reading a book in bed), 42% (156 people) felt their sleep quality improved
compared to 28% (112 people) in the comparator group (not reading a book in
bed), a difference of 14% favoring the intervention group.
Reading before bed helps you sleep
better. It's backed by science! When you read, especially on paper, it calms
you down. It lowers stress, slows your heart rate, and relaxes your body and
mind.
To avoid straining your eyes
reading at night, sit or lie near a source of good lighting. You could read by
the light of a lamp or an overhead light. If you need reading glasses, wear
them. They will reduce the strain that causes your eyes to feel tired.
Bedtime routine: Reading
before bed can be part of a bedtime routine that, when carried out regularly,
signals to the brain that it's time to sleep. Physical relaxation: When a
person reads in bed, their heart slows and their muscles release tension,
allowing the body to relax.
Reading before bed, when done
correctly, can be a wonderful way to improve your sleep. It's a simple,
enjoyable habit that can reduce stress, help you relax, relieve insomnia,
improve sleep quality, and possibly even enhance your dream world.
Nights are almost quiet and
peaceful with less buzz and distractions as compared to the daytime when
the human activities and noises are quite high. Because of this you can focus
better and read without much distraction. Reading before bed is the comparatively
more effective and focused form of reading.
Like these the list keeps on
growing, so decide the time day or night whichever suits you best, and make reading
a definite part of your day.
At what time you read every day? Do share
it in the comments.
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