My ability to focus has significantly diminished over the past year. I think my job kept me sharp, to a point, and having that structure gave me a specific boundary for practicing those skills. But over the past year I’ve spent an inordinate amount of time job hunting and researching business strategy and practices. I’ve consumed SO MUCH, but haven’t necessarily stopped to process all of that stimulus. Reading encourages processing, reflection, imagination, and taking one’s time.

So, more books in twenty-six.

Baking offers similar cerebral benefits. And then there’s something delicious to eat as a reward :)