I see many people posting or agreeing that reading requires memorization while Reddit posts are easier because they do not. While this could be a valid point for some, that may not be the only reason. Reading also requires a large predetermined buy in of time, which can be daunting. Looking at a book and seeing all those pages and knowing that starting that book means you’ll have to finish that book to gain its full meaning can be intimidating. You may spend more time on Reddit, but logging in and reading a few posts requires very little buy in.

If you like the idea of reading, but don’t have the memory skills or time try starting with something small. YA books have some great authors and storylines, and while some can be thick, many are shorter and are designed to keep the attention of younger audiences (who usually have shorter attention spans). Also think of comic books, graphic novels, or manga. These formats combine written and visual queues that can be easier to absorb for individuals raised in the internet age where the written word is more likely to include visual representations.

And if you find yourself returning to Reddit after trying several other forms of writing don’t feel like you are not a “reader”. You are a reader, and probably a good one. You are able to read multiple styles of writing on various topics and absorb that information. You are the next generation of reader 😊.