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3 Compelling Reasons to Get Offline and Into a Good Book

8/22/2023

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Have you ever spent time online, only to find afterwards that you couldn't recall most of what you read? That's what happens when you consume large amounts of disparate information all in one go.  You take a lot in, but you wind up retaining very little of it..  

​Think about this:  by heading online, many of us will consume more information  in a day than our ancient ancestors would have consumed over several weeks or months!  This steady stream of incoming information can become mentally exhausting after a while.  And much of the time, it distracts us while providing little in the way of real substance and lasting value.
 
Leaving the online world and spending time in a book can do wonders for your mental health and well-being.  Here are three compelling reasons to get offline and into a good book.


1.  Disparate Information vs. Meaningful Knowledge
 
Good books don't just provide bits and pieces of information, they're a source of meaningful knowledge.  They offer depth and breadth.  Good books are timeless; they can be read repeatedly.  In fact, they often provide even more knowledge on subsequent readings, as you spot things you missed the first time around. 

Sure, you'll need to invest more time, discipline, and concentration than it takes to read a short write-up online, but the pay-off is worth it.  You'll come away with useful, relevant knowledge to draw on.  And far from forgetting what you've read immediately afterwards, a true classic will leave a lasting, perhaps even life-changing, impression on you. 


2.  Reduced Exposure to EMFs (Electromagnetic Fields)

We're continually exposed to EMFs (electromagnetic fields) every day.  This is largely unavoidable, given our modern world runs on electricity and we're routinely surrounded by or directly in contact with electronic devices.  Getting offline and picking up a hard-copy book is one way you can reduce your EMF exposure.

Everyone should be concerned about the harmful effects EMF exposure is having on us.  It's been known for decades that electrical currents associated with EMFs are able to alter biological processes.  With that in mind, consider that you have countless tiny electrical currents within your body, firing non-stop.  Nerve signal transmissions, biochemical reactions from digestion, brain activity, and even your heart tissue are all electrically active.  EMFs have the potential to impact all these processes, and more. 

 
What are the long-term, cumulative effects of all this exposure?  No-one can say for certain, since we've never been exposed to the EMF levels we're experiencing today.  But we do know there's a cumulative affect within the body.  On top of that, some individuals will naturally be more sensitive than others and thus more susceptible to ill effects.  Give your body a break by  getting off your computer or smartphone, and get into a good book instead.
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​3.  A Better Night's Sleep

With its non-stop flow of information and feedback, the online environment is both highly stimulating and highly addictive. Having your mind wound up  this way is poor preparation for a good night's rest. 

The blue light emitted by electronic devices is also an issue when it comes to sleep.  This light has an impact on your body's production of the hormone melatonin.  Increased melatonin production signals to your body that it's night-time (and, consequently, time to go sleep.)  Blue light suppresses your body's production of melatonin, which in turn throws off your sleep patterns. 
 
Turning off your devices a few hours before going to bed will help your body adhere to its natural wake-sleep cycle.  Spending some of that time reading will provide added benefit, by helping you shift your focus from the worries of the day.  As you read, your mind slows down and enters into a less agitated and more relaxed state, leaving you better prepared to drift off to sleep.
 

More Benefits of Reading

On top of all the above benefits, good books, whether fiction or non-fiction, can allow us to travel back in time.  This has enormous value, as it provides context and a different viewpoint from what we're regularly exposed to.  Much of the information we consume online is churned out rapidly and focused on recent events.  Throw AI content into the mix, and you're left with even more content that lacks originality and depth. 

Books that were written decades or centuries ago provide a fresh perspective, enabling you to connect the dots of life and human behaviour in unique and important ways.

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Conclusion:  as you avail yourself of everything the online world has to offer, set aside space in the real world for a few good books, and allow yourself to enjoy the benefits they provide.  

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