I think the act of reading imbues the reader with a sensitivity toward the outside world that people who don't read can sometimes lack. I know it seems like a contradiction in terms; after all reading is such a solitary, internalizing act that it appears to represent a disengagement from day-to-day life. But reading, and particularly the reading of fiction, encourages us to view the world in new and challenging ways.. It allows us to inhabit the consciousness of another which is a precursor to empathy, and empathy is, for me, one of the marks of a decent human being. . John Connolly
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Reading is a great way to grow and learn about different cultures. Reading fiction can help you gain a better understanding of different people's lives and their struggles. Reading is a great way to find inspiration and motivation to do good in the world. When you read, you get to know another person’s story and what they go through.

When you read fiction, you get to see how other people live and understand them better. You get to experience their feelings and understand where they are coming from. Reading helps develop your empathy towards other people and helps strengthen your ability to be a decent person.

Source: The Book Of Lost Things

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