I’m a slow reader. Always have been. When I read, I say every word aloud in my mind. I’ve been reading online that this “subvocalization” actually slows reading WAY down and doesn’t help with reading comprehension (once you know how to read). Is this true, and if so, how can I read without subvocalization? I’d like to become a better reader that can read books in weeks, not months. Thanks for any help!

  • regretfullyjafar@alien.topB
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    10 months ago

    Yep, same. I’m a massive overthinker lol so when I start a reading session it takes me a couple of pages to properly get into it - but after that my mind just switches off and I’m absorbed. Helps if it’s engaging and well written of course!