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I thought I would check with the ActiveRain faithful to see who are readers out there.  I set a goal to read 2 books a month this year.  So far I have read 8 books so I am ahead of my goal in that area. 

I used to not like reading at all.  Now I find it beneficial in a number of ways such as:

1) Learning something new that I can apply

2) Daily motivation and inspiration

3) Exercising my mind- I want to stay sharp

4) I get so much wisdom from my reading

There are many other benefits.  I read mostly motivation, inspirational, and spiritual books.  What do you read?  Why do you read?  Any book reading goals you would like to share?

 

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Chuck Carstensen is a Realtor with The Discovery Team at RE/MAX; helping buyers, sellers, and investors of residential real estate in Isanti, Anoka, Sherburne and Wright County.  He is a speaker and co-author in the best selling book series Wake Up...Live the Life You Love: Your Wake Up Moments (available soon). Carstensen is also a personal development mentor with Success University...where he helps people discover how to be more successful in business, life and health.

 

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Chuck Carstensen is a Realtor with RE/MAX Results in Elk River and Cambridge, MN.  Helping buyers, sellers and investors in great Minnesota counties like Sherburne, Isanti, Wright, Anoka, Chisago, Hennipen and Mille Lacs. He is a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE).

Contact Chuck by emailing him at chuck.carstensen@results.net or by phone at 612-290-3809. 

 

Comments (11)

Royal Goodman
Royalty Home Solutions - Madera, CA
"We Treat You Like a King"
Chuck. I read self-help books and any kind of motivational. I read for the same reasons. Keeping me sharp and to learn. Thanks for the post, Royal..
Apr 17, 2008 03:34 AM
Kathy Fisher Sells Lexington TN homes! 731.845.3413
Five Star Real Estate Services - Lexington, TN

I LOVE to read but have found I am not making any time for it. Your post is inspiring me to set aside the time to read.  So I will set a goal of reading 1 book a month for the remainder of 2008. 

All the Best!

 

Apr 17, 2008 03:40 AM
Chuck Carstensen
RE/MAX Results - Elk River, MN
Minnesota/Wisconsin Real Estate Expert
It only takes about 20 minutes a day to read two 200 page books a month.  Assuming you can read a fairly steady pace.
Apr 17, 2008 03:44 AM
Andy Laughlin
ConnectRealty.com - Bellingham, WA
Congrats! I should really read more!
Apr 17, 2008 03:45 AM
Ernie Steele
Lebanon, PA
I prefer mystery novels as relaxation reading...Probably 12-15 per year...I also like to read cookbooks for fun and information, especially the locally produced type from church organizations etc.
Apr 17, 2008 03:48 AM
Ross Quintana
Real E Smarter - Spokane, WA
Real E Smarter Real Estate Coach - 509-362-1966
Yes, the key is I make notes as I go of what I like and how I could use it. Otherwise you end up like school getting through a lot but not getting much out of it. It's also nice to get together with others and read the same book so you can talk about it.
Apr 17, 2008 03:58 AM
Chris Fisher
Your Virtual Assistant - Concord, CA

Hi Chuck - I read because I have to, it's like breathing.  I've always loved to read and luckily my daughter does too.  I read almost anything, but not the self help things.  Burnt out on those.  I just finished a murder mystery and have to decide what to start on next.  Thanks for the post & great job on your reading goal!

Apr 17, 2008 06:32 AM
Carol Judd
New Star Real Estate - Vernal, UT
Vernal Utah Real Estate
I love to read books and learning.  When I travel and even in town it is amazing how fast I can go thru a book on tape if it just comes on as I am driving.  Usually when by myself.
Apr 17, 2008 12:07 PM
Kevin Bungert
ReMax Professional Group - East Northport, NY
Chuck- I read for the same reasons.  I look for inspiration, motivation and new ideas to be better.  I love true stories and biographies.  I always learn something cool.  My #1 all-time favorite is Fearless Living by Rhonda Britten.  Talk about overcoming adversity.  If you haven't read it yet, definitely put it on your list, you won't be disappointed.  All the best!
Apr 17, 2008 01:13 PM
Lindsey Hasford
Edina Realty - Elk River, MN
Bringing you home...
Chuck - I love reading but it seems like I read mostly kids books these days... I do have a stack of books that I'm gonna hit very soon!
Apr 17, 2008 02:35 PM
Lynn Johnson
Coldwell Banker Home Connection - Owatonna, MN
Owatonna, MN Real Estate
Chuck - I love to read, and enjoy murder/cop mysteries, as well as inspirational and motivational books.  I also like books on financial planning and financial markets.  Every once in awhile I'll grab a "light" read, too, just for the fun of it.
Apr 17, 2008 04:00 PM