I’ve been wondering if anyone else feels this way.
I’ve tried reading self-help books like Atomic Habits — the beginning really pulled me in, especially when the author shared his story. But after a few chapters, I just lose interest. It starts to feel repetitive or boring, even though I want to finish and actually apply the ideas.
What’s strange is that I’ve finished 200+ novels — romance, thrillers, love stories, you name it — and I never struggle with those. But when it comes to self-help or personal development books, I just can’t stay focused long enough to finish even one.
Why does this happen? Is it because self-help books require more active thinking, or am I just not in the right mindset for them? How do you stay engaged and actually finish these kinds of books?
by KodingKoala