Mariel Segarra

And takeaway four, to keep the momentum going, try setting some goals, maybe starting a reading journal.

But if that feels overwhelming or like it's going to stop you from opening a book at all, skip it.

Remember, the priority is simply to read more and experience the joy that comes with it.

For more Life Kit, check out our other episodes.

We have one on how to make a small home feel bigger and another on whether you should buy gold right now.

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This episode of LifeKit was produced by Sylvie Douglas.

Our digital editor is Malika Garib, and our visuals editor is CJ Rikalan.

Megan Cain is our senior supervising editor, and Beth Donovan is our executive producer.

Our production team also includes Andy Tegel, Claire Marie Schneider, and Margaret Serino.

Engineering support comes from Sina Lefredo.

Act checking by Tyler Jones.

Special thanks to Barclay Walsh.

I'm Mariel Segarra.

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It's an easier time to get enough sunlight, to eat fresh fruits and vegetables, maybe even to exercise outdoors if it's not unbearably hot.

It's also a risky time.