Discussion - My Motivation

This Week's Topic

My Motivation

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Happy Friday! Today, I am hitching my wagon to Let's Talk Bookish. I don't think I ever sat down and thought about what motivates me to read, I kind of just do it. Thinking about it, there must be some driving force, right? 

I am going to start by twisting the topic and speaking first about what motivates me to read. 

1. Escape - I love the opportunity to check out and live in a different world for a bit. Things may be better or worse than they are here, but the whole point is that I am not in my here and now. Sometimes, that chance to shut myself off is vital for me. 
2. Entertainment - Since I read mostly library book and digital ARCs, reading is a very affordable way to entertain myself. I also spend a lot of time alone, and reading does not require any other people for me to enjoy it. I like how portable it is, too. I can read anywhere, any time. 

Let's talk about how I motivate myself to open that book and focus on reading. I really don't have to. This was something I may have experienced when faced with mandatory reading, but as a pleasure reader, I look forward to some quiet time with my book. During the week, my reading blocks are clearly defined. I read before work, during my commute both ways, and before bed to unwind. On the weekend, I can usually sneak in some time during the day while still reading in the morning and evening. 

I am often driven to sneak in a little time, here and there. The Kindle reading app on my phone has been a great way to read a chapter or two while suffering though a social event. I also always have my kindle with my, allowing me to read a bit while waiting places. 

I will forever love audiobooks for permitting me to multitask. I can listen to an audiobook while I drive, clean, shop, or do many other things. I can usually finish an extra book or two a week because of audiobooks, and they are also great for when I am experiencing a great deal of eye fatigue. 

Now it's your turn!

What's your reading motivation?
Let us know in the comments!