Life Kit · June 9, 2026 · 11m

Used to be an avid reader? How to get back into books

In a distracted age, sitting down with a book can feel like a challenge. This 11-minute Life Kit episode features tips from writers, readers, and researchers on how to retrain your attention and rebuild a reading habit. The conversation frames reading as a 'muscle' that can be strengthened, and offers practical strategies for setting and hitting summer reading goals.

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Highlights

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Reading as an attention muscle

The episode frames reading as an attention 'muscle' that can be retrained, even when digital distractions have eroded focus.

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Mix of expert and reader perspectives

The show draws on advice from writers, readers, and researchers, blending personal experience with research-backed methods.

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Editorial

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Goal-oriented approach: summer reading

The episode targets listeners' summer reading goals, framing the challenge as achievable and timely.

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