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How Reading Can Literally Change Your Brain Chemistry

The science behind books’ brain-boosting powers

May 21, 2024

How Reading Can Literally Change Your Brain Chemistry

May 21, 2024

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A Harvard Study Reveals the Secret to Being Likable

It’s not being polite, helpful, or having a good sense of humor.

Jan 18, 2023

A Harvard Study Reveals the Secret to Being Likable

Jan 18, 2023

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Stop Buying Courses — Read These Books Instead

Sometimes, reading a good book is enough

Feb 19, 2022

Stop Buying Courses — Read These Books Instead

Feb 19, 2022

I Miss Freelancing. I Would Never Return to It.

Freelancing was my dream — then reality hit

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I Miss Freelancing. I Would Never Return to It.

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Why Aren’t Kids Reading Anymore?

And what we can actually do about it

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Why Aren’t Kids Reading Anymore?

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Who Would We Be Without Books?

Beyond the stories

Jun 9

Who Would We Be Without Books?

Jun 9

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I Tried Reading Only Algorithm-Approved Books for 30 Days

Spoiler alert: TikTok and I don’t always agree.

May 26

I Tried Reading Only Algorithm-Approved Books for 30 Days

May 26

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If You Think You Know Yourself, These Books Will Prove You Wrong

You’re in for some surprises.

Mar 31

If You Think You Know Yourself, These Books Will Prove You Wrong

Mar 31

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Everything I Know About Life, I Learned from Characters Who Don’t Exist

Made-up lives, genuine lessons

Feb 27

Everything I Know About Life, I Learned from Characters Who Don’t Exist

Feb 27

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The Art of Slow Reading in a Fast-Paced World

A case for taking your time with a story.

Nov 12, 2024

The Art of Slow Reading in a Fast-Paced World

Nov 12, 2024

Margaret Pan

Margaret Pan

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I write about books, relationships, and personal development. Contact: margaretpannmd@gmail.com Newsletter + more: https://linktr.ee/margpan

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