**The Power of Reading in a Busy World**
Every year, more than two million books are published worldwide. With an estimated 160 million books currently available, there’s no shortage of reading material. However, with increasingly busy lives, it can be hard to find the time to read.
**How Much Time Do We Have?**
On average, a voracious reader can digest around 150 books per year. However, this figure varies greatly depending on individual circumstances. A medium reader might manage only 100 books annually, while someone with less leisure time could get by with just 30 books. For some, reading is not even an option, with as few as 10 books read in a year.
**The Importance of Reading**
Despite the challenge of finding time to read, it remains essential for personal growth and development. Reading can improve empathy, tolerance, memory, and creative thinking. It’s also crucial for building a better personality and becoming a more attractive individual.
**Teaching Children to Read**
One way to make reading a priority is to teach children what to read, when, and why. In countries like Sakartvelo (Georgia), kids need to be familiar with both their native literature and foreign languages to succeed in school and beyond.
**The Practical Benefits of Reading**
In today’s fast-paced world, survival often depends on having deep knowledge in a specific field or profession. To become a skilled specialist, it’s essential to read relevant books and develop the necessary expertise.
**A Call to Action**
To make reading a priority in our busy lives, we need to teach our children how to navigate the millions of available books and encourage them to read. By doing so, we can help them develop the skills they need to succeed in an increasingly complex world.