It's National Read a Book Day! 📚 - The Benefits of Reading + A New Slack Challenge

Hey GG! Did you know it’s National Read a Book Day, in the US? 📚 National Read a Book Day is observed annually on September 6th and invites us ALL to grab a book we might enjoy and spend the day reading.

💡 Studies show that reading for just 20 minutes per day builds empathy for others, creates a strong vocabulary, and positively affects and boosts your mental and physical health.

Here are some other benefits of reading a book.

  • Strengthens the brain

  • Aids in sleep readiness

  • Reduces stress

  • Lowers blood pressure and heart rate

  • Fights depression symptoms

  • It prevents cognitive decline as you age

  • Contributes to a longer life

    (source: Healthline.com)

National Read A Book Day Slack Challenge

For this slack challenge:

Share the name of a book :

📚 That has made a significant impact on your life
or
📘 A book that you could read over and over again.


✨ BONUS: 3 lucky winners will win a $50 gift card to their local bookstore of choice.

Please submit your book recess in this thread by EOD next Tuesday, 9/13, for a chance to win!

Happy Reading!




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