"الحياة قصيرة جداً لقراءة كتاب سيء"

Life's too precious and short to waste time on things that don't add value to your experience, and that includes books that just don't resonate with you. When you think about it, our time here is limited, and we have to be selective about what we invest our energy into. This idea boils down to prioritizing what truly enriches our lives—whether it's learning new things, gaining new perspectives, or simply enjoying a good story.

This saying probably became popular in a time when people started realizing that not all books are created equal. It's like the idea of 'so many books, so little time'. You might have hundreds of books on your to-read list, but only so many hours in a day. Why slog through a book that bores you or doesn't teach you anything new when there are countless others out there that could excite you, move you, or change your way of thinking?

Picture this: you're halfway through a novel that everyone raved about, but you just can't get into it. The characters feel flat, the plot is dragging, and you’re just not enjoying it. Instead of trudging on because you feel you 'should' finish it, you could simply put it down and pick up something else. Think about the relief and excitement of starting a book that you genuinely look forward to reading.

So, how do you apply this nugget of wisdom? Start by giving yourself permission to put down a book that doesn’t grab you. Realize that it’s not a failure to quit—it’s a smart use of your time. Pay attention to what you enjoy and what captivates you. Let that guide your choices. Life’s too short for bad literature, just like it’s too short for bad movies, bad food, and bad relationships. You deserve better.

Imagine you're at a library or a bookstore. There are books everywhere—so many that you don't know where to start. You pick one up, read the first few pages, and it just doesn't click. Instead of forcing yourself to continue, you put it back and pick another. This one draws you in immediately. The characters feel alive, the plot is intriguing, and you can't wait to see what happens next. Your time is well-spent, and you walk away feeling enriched and satisfied.

Let’s take a real-life example. My friend Julia used to feel obligated to finish every book she started. She’d slog through novels that didn’t interest her, just because she felt she had to finish what she started. One day, she decided to change her approach. She began reading only what genuinely piqued her interest. The result? She fell in love with reading all over again. She discovered new genres, new authors, and new ideas. Reading became a joy, not a chore.

The key takeaway here is to value your own time and interests. Don’t waste precious moments on something that doesn't serve you well. Whether you’re reading for pleasure, education, or personal growth, make sure it’s something that matters to you. That way, every book becomes a good book, and every moment spent reading is a moment well-spent.