Books Reduce Stress and Make You Smarter

I loved reading as a child. I remember summers, going the bookmobile and reading under the big fir tree in our backyard.

Then later in life, I discovered that if I read just 10 pages per day I could get through a book per month. How doable is that?!

Turns out there are scientifically-based reasons to read entrepreneurial books.

1. You’ll Find New Perspectives
2. Books Make You Smarter
3. You’ll Clear Your Head and Chill Out
4. Self-Help Books Actually Help People

I’m inspired to go read a book. How about you?

Researchers at the University of Sussex found that reading is a more effective way to beat stress than listening to music or taking a walk.

Read more in Emma Siemasko’s post, How Reading Books Reduces Stress and Makes You Smarter at the Same Time.

You might like one of the books she suggests reading.