7 Science-Backed Speed Reading Tips
Just starting your speed reading journey? Not sure where to begin? Use the 7 tips below! Disclaimer: Reading is like juggling—it's a complex activity that not everyone naturally excels at. With reading, multiple cognitive processes occur simultaneously. To become a more efficient reader, you need to train one skill at a time—like learning to juggle one ball before adding more. Man throwing books upward When you properly train your reading muscle, you'll see incredible improvements in reading speed, comprehension, and memory! 1. Use a Pacer as You Read Guide your eyes from left to right using your pointer finger or a pen. Scientific studies reveal that proficient, fast readers are rhythmic readers—your reading should flow smoothly across the page. Guiding your eyes makes a difference. Before trying this, did you know your brain may have been tricking you? (If you haven’t noticed yet) Your eyes don’t glide smoothly across the text—they jump around! With this technique,...