span, how can we regain focus? Let’s talk about reading—and the perfect tea companion to enhance the experience!


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How many books did you read in 2024? For those of us in academic circles, this question is an annual ritual. Some friends post incredible reading lists online, like a sociology PhD student who read 156 books spanning diverse topics in a year. Impressive! But remember: the quality of reading matters more than quantity. Books act as tools, helping us address life’s pressing questions one by one.


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Books are evolving. Thanks to technology, e-books and audiobooks have become urban commuters' favorites. No more lugging heavy tomes—just a compact device delivering a wealth of knowledge. Personally, I love reading English e-books on a tablet. Its convenience and affordability make it indispensable for modern readers.


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For hefty works like The Road to Civilization by Huang Yinggui or Savages and Traitors by Ke Zhiming—volumes totaling nearly 2,000 pages—I find it efficient to listen to online lectures or panel discussions while exercising. This pre-reading step builds familiarity with the subject before borrowing the books from the library for deeper exploration.


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AI tools like NotebookLM now assist readers by summarizing books or even creating podcast-like conversations. While these technologies are impressive, critical reading—the essence of meaningful engagement with texts—remains irreplaceable. Critical reading isn't just absorbing content but evaluating arguments, questioning assumptions, and challenging ideas constructively.


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In this AI-powered age, we mustn’t abandon reading. It’s an intimate dialogue between the reader and the author—a process of thought and reflection, not just passive consumption. In 2025, I encourage you to embrace reading as an invitation to explore life’s possibilities. Pick up a scholarly book and dive deep into the author’s insights and perspectives. This irreplaceable experience is truly life-enriching.


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