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Mental Stimulation
Studies have shown that staying mentally stimulated can slow the
progress of (or possibly even prevent) Alzheimer’s and Dementia, since
keeping your brain active and engaged prevents it from losing power.
Just like any other muscle in the body, the brain requires exercise to
keep it strong and healthy, so the phrase “use it or lose it” is
particularly apt when it comes to your mind. Doing puzzles and playing
games such as chess have also been found to be helpful with cognitive
stimulation.
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Stress Reduction
No matter how much stress you have at work, in your personal
relationships, or countless other issues faced in daily life, it all
just slips away when you lose yourself in a great story. A
well-written novel can transport you to other realms, while an
engaging article will distract you and keep you in the present moment,
letting tensions drain away and allowing you to relax.
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Knowledge
Everything you read fills your head with new bits of information, and
you never know when it might come in handy. The more knowledge you
have, the better-equipped you are to tackle any challenge you’ll ever
face. Additionally, here’s a bit of food for thought: should you ever
find yourself in dire circumstances, remember that although you might
lose everything else-your job, your possessions, your money, even your
health-knowledge can never be taken from you.
