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Originally Posted by OEN34
Ha, you're not wrong! 
Do you (or anyone reading) get times where you want a break from reading?
I go through phases. I can be really into reading, but it seems lately I like to read a chapter then not pick it up for a few days. Almost allowing it to digest, although I'm not consciously digesting it, if that makes sense.
I go by feel. If I feel like reading, I'll do it. If I don't, well I don't.
''Buddhism for Dummies'' arrives today - can't wait to start that!  |
I could read 24 hours a day for entertainment if I had the time but regarding Buddhism I find little and often works best for me. I usually read a verse from the Dhammapada last thing at night, it seems to sink in better
Yes it's best to do what feels right for you, everyone's different, go with your flow. Listening to a Buddhist teaching works even better for me, I can just listen without observing.
Hope you enjoy your book, I think it will get you started then you can move on if you choose, it helped me a lot at first. There are so many different approaches to Buddhism, but you'll find your own way regardless, the books/teachings are guides but not rules just enjoy them