I read more than one book at a time and it seems like a perfect system to me.

Read 1 by 1 or 2 by 2

I like reading. And surely, if we've met at this point and time completely fortuitously and fortunately, I can imagine you like it too. Although, of course, I could be wrong.

But I have not come to talk exactly about that, but about something that, as a reader that I am and - recently - aware that I practice the art of Tsundoku, I'd been pondering for some time. Something that made me feel comfortable, but from the outside, seemed incomprehensible to some:

Read more than one book at a time.

By this I don't exactly mean doing it simultaneously, but I find it strangely comfortable to read throughout the day. two or three books on completely different topics, adapting my readings according to the time of day.

Let me explain myself better.

How do I manage multi-reading?

Until not too long ago, I had the feeling that the most important thing was to finish as many books as possible. We'll talk about that another time, because it's closely related to this reflection. And this whole habit of reading books in parallel began because of that inner rush I developed for finish as many books as possibleThat phase, thankfully, is over. I still maintain this habit now, but for different reasons.

I used to do it for the wrong reason. Now I don't.

I'm extremely fortunate—and I think I can speak for almost all readers—to have access to literature fairly quickly and immediately, whether through digital books or a personal library. In my case, I have about 150 books, of which I've read about half, and if I weren't so careful in choosing, I'd have ten times as many.

But let's go back to the beginning.

I have a flexible, not rigid, nor strict, plan that makes it much easier for me to read multiple books simultaneously throughout the day. How do I do it?

Training and Study Books

I love learning. I don't think there's anything I love more in this world. I'm naturally curious, interested in virtually every subject, and that incomparable feeling of having unlocked a new piece of knowledge in my mind is deeply gratifying. Philosophy, religion, finance, health, nutrition, personal development, self-help. I'm interested in absolutely everything.

I reserve these books for when there is natural light, from dawn until lunchtime. These are my hours for the books I consider educational, and I'll explain why:

• In those hours I have the clearer mind, which allows me to better internalize the concepts and stay more active, creating the ideal environment for studying.
• Leo in a different position: I look for a more upright posture, which allows me to have a proactive and less relaxed attitude.
• I actively take notes, whether in a notebook if I read in digital format, or in the margins of the book when I read on paper.

Although not strictly speaking, this more formal approach to reading these books helps me greatly in absorbing and applying the knowledge I have acquired.

Novels and Fiction

When it's time to relax with a good story, I radically change my approach. Now it's time enjoy and disconnect. Entering unknown worlds, full of imaginary situations and landscapes, and enjoying the calm that silence and reading provide me.

From lunchtime until bedtime, I dedicate my time to these types of books, which are lighter and less demanding in terms of training.

• No exhaustive notesAlthough I do underline phrases or concepts that particularly catch my attention, I don't try to consciously retain every detail in my memory.
• I am looking for absolute comfortI read in bed, on the couch, or even in the hammock on the terrace, always with the intention of achieving a state of absolute relaxation.
• I usually fall asleep while reading., something I thoroughly enjoy. In fact, I love that sense of calm, and if it weren't for the fear of dropping books—especially my e-reader—it would be perfect.

This way of reading has turned my days into a fascinating journey through different worlds and ideas, transforming what began as an impatient practice into a habit that makes me completely happy.

Ultimately, I believe that each person should discover their own ideal approach to reading, without pressure or obligation. It's not about meeting a specific number of books a year, but rather fully enjoying the act of reading itself.

Whether one by one or several at the same time, the essential thing is that each book gives us something valuable: knowledge, pleasure, tranquility, or inspiration. Because, after all, reading should always be a refuge and never a burden.

And you? How do you read?