Of all the things that are cool, reading books should be at the top of the list. This is a secret every book nerd knows. Okay, so maybe it’s considered an oxymoron to be a “cool reader,” but it certainly shouldn’t be. Good books are always worth reading. In addition to enjoying whatever tale or enlightenment is contained within a book’s pages, there are wonderful benefits to reading, and the following are just a few.

The dynamics of society have changed dramatically in the last decade or two. Between the growing influence of political correctness and the impact of the Internet on our daily lives, what the world needs most is for us to be our authentic selves. Each of us is a one-of-a-kind, and we only make our best mark on the world when we place our unique stamp on it. The following are a few of the great reasons to be yourself, in the midst of everything.

It’s incredibly easy to get stuck in daily and weekly ruts, and New Year’s resolutions can help break out of poor habits. If you haven’t given much thought to your 2019 resolutions, the following are some ideas for you. Any of these could make it your best year in a long time.