When Was the Last Time You Picked Up a Book for YOU? #LeadersAreReaders June 2025

When was the last time you picked up a book NOT for school or an assignment, but for YOU? These days, many of us spend hours scrolling TikTok, watching YouTube videos (I’m guilty!) or gaming (thank God, I’m not). But let’s be real, with the exception of good YouTube videos, how often do those things help us think better or grow wiser?

Reading books might sound “nerdy” or “old-school,” but it’s actually one of the best things you can do for your mind and your heart. A good book can help you understand life, people, and — in the case of The Book a.k.a. The Bible — the mind and heart of the LORD God. It teaches you to think clearly, make better decisions, and gain practical wisdom.

So… how can YOU start reading more?

1. Start small — aim to read at least 10 minutes a day (and increase over time);
   
   
2. Read what you like or interested — the Bible, biographies, magazines, comics, real stories… anything! (in the month of June, I'm soo interested in The Toral and Messianic Jews);
   
   
3. Swap some screen time for book time - don't try to eliminate screen time completely at once. Instead, focus on replacing some of your regular screen time with reading;
   
   
4. Find a reading buddy or join a group (I have one — let me know if you're interested!);
   
   
5. Visit your state or local library, or a book fair — you might find a gem!

 Reading isn’t just for “bookworms.” It’s for anyone who wants to grow. So if you want to think better, live wiser, and have an informed heart — open a book. One page at a time. Let's start reading and let’s read more. Let’s make reading cool again. You’ve got this! 💪📖 #ServeToLead #LeadersAreReaders #LetsMakeReadingCoolAgain

THINK BIG. START SMALL. GO DEEP.