I read for 10 minutes a day for 60 days. Here is what changed.

We often think that massive change requires massive effort. We believe that to become a "reader," we need to block out hours of quiet time, sit in a comfortable armchair, and consume entire chapters in one sitting.

This is a lie that prevents us from ever starting.

The Power of the Micro Habit

Sixty days ago, I decided to stop trying to read a book a week. Instead, I set a : 10 minutes of reading every morning before checking any messages or feeds.

Because the goal was so small, I could never excuse myself by saying "I do not have time." Everyone has 10 minutes. To ensure I actually did it, I used Readwall to physically block my most distracting apps until the 10 minutes were complete.

The Results

The first few days were difficult. My brain craved the quick hit of a notification. But after a week, the 10 minutes started flying by. I found myself continuing to read long after the wall dropped.

Over 60 days, reading just 10 minutes a day resulted in me finishing three entire books. More importantly, my baseline anxiety decreased, and my ability to focus on deep work improved noticeably. The kept me accountable on days I wanted to skip.

Start small. Force the habit. The rest follows naturally.