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Prominent thinkers have different perspectives on this issue. In Everything Bad is Good for You, Steven Johnson argues that the booming neural activity in the brains of computer users suggests that traditional book reading may under-stimulate cognitive engagement. Conversely, Nicholas Carr in The Shallows posits that the stillness offered by book reading makes it rewarding by allowing our minds to filter distractions and engage in deep thinking.
Regardless of the contrasting perspectives, one fact remains clear: the ability to read deeply is a skill worth honing in a world steeped in distraction.
Strategies for Re-Engaging in Deep Reading
If you find yourself detached from the world of deep reading, there are three effective strategies to kickstart your engagement: