Hobbies And Interests
Instructions
Define your choice of reading material. According to a report published in the "Journal of Personality," a positive passion develops when it is valued for the internal satisfaction it brings. Accordingly, your decision to read should be based on your own internal motivation rather than an external reward, such as a good grade. What do you hope to get from reading? Entertainment, escape or insight into the human condition are all good reasons to read as long as your reason is true to yourself and not another person's expectation.
Find books that pique your interest. The University of Michigan published a paper that cited interest as a major component of passion. Don't read a book just because it is regarded as a classic. Rather, find books that deal with topics you are already interested in. Look to your hobbies or movies that you enjoy for guidance.
Spend time with people who love to read. Researchers at the University of Michigan went on to say that support from peers is essential to developing passion. Fellow readers can offer suggestions for titles. Talking about the books you are reading can help you internalize your thoughts and opinions. Look to your book-loving friends for inspiration as you develop your passion for reading.
Define yourself as a reader. The researchers at the University of Michigan and in the "Journal of Personality" both note that people feel passionate about an activity when it is central to their identity. You can nurture the reader within by developing your own definition of what a passionate reader is. Discard notions of high-brow classics and monotonous literature classes. The enjoyment gleaned from reading is the hallmark of a passionate reader.