I Learned How to Speed Read (DOUBLED my speed in 7 days!)

I learned speed reading in 7 days.
Get one month free of Skillshare: skl.sh/lauratr... - valid for the first 1,000 people
I recommend the class by Jordoon Harry, Speed Reading Mastery: Double Your Reading Speed in 7 Days: bit.ly/speedre...
TEST YOUR READING SPEED HERE: www.freereading...
SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:
- KZbin Membership: bit.ly/KZbin...
- Paypal: paypal.me/Laur...
__________
FEATURING:
- Charlie the Cat KZbin channel: / @charlie_cat
- Huberman Podcast about eye level & focus: • Optimizing Workspace f...
- Storyworthy by Richard Dicks book: amzn.to/3jhEvNR
- Play by Stuart Brown book: amzn.to/3Y0GMvw
- 59 Seconds by Richard Wiseman book: amzn.to/3Y1TI4o
- Breath by James Nestor book: amzn.to/3kFtCWn
SOCIALS
- Instagram: / lauratryuk
- Twitter: / lauratryuk
- Website: lauratry.com
MUSIC, SOUND EFFECTS & STOCK FOOTAGE
- Epidemic Sound: www.epidemicso...
- Story Blocks: bit.ly/StoryBlo...
KIT I USE:
- Sony ZV1 camera: amzn.to/3Y3KXY7
- Sony AX53 camera: amzn.to/40uEFSM (for night vision and as second camera)
- Rode Wireless Go Mic: amzn.to/3jydPbO
- Rode Lavalier Go Mic: amzn.to/3HVAA1J
- Rode VideoMicro Mic: amzn.to/3JEs09W
- Joby RangePod Tripod: amzn.to/3X0b14U
- Joby GripTight Pro Telepod: amzn.to/3RGUQbF
- GoPro 11: amzn.to/3HWrvXA
- GoPro Shorty Handle: amzn.to/40tkMvn
- Samsung 1TB SSD: amzn.to/3YukxOZ
- SanDisk Extreme Pro 64GB memory card: amzn.to/3YlQtWd

[@LauraTryUK]

Pinned comment: Some notes about this video: 1. Test your reading speed here: www.freereadingtest.com/ 
Let me know your speed in the comments.
 2. 75% comprehension on the final test wasn't great. I would hope that with practice I would improve, but still I am impressed with what I could retain for a much faster reading speed (in only a week). 3. Learning speed reading doesn’t mean that everything needs to be read as fast as possible. Novels, biographies, fiction for example can be slowed down, savoured and enjoyed. Research articles, contracts, letters, can be speed read, gathering the information needed.
 4. It’s important for me to mention that it’s my job to learn new things so I was able to dedicate large amounts of time to practising. 
For someone else, I think just 30 minutes of practice a day for 30 days could produce some great results! Plus what a great reason to get away from digital, social media and things like that.
 5. I am a huge fan of using a pencil as a pacer - if I don’t use one now (usually because I’m tickling Charlie the Cat) my reading speed, focus and concentration instantly decreases!
I’ll use a pacer from now on for most of my reading. How did I not know about this before!?

If there’s one thing you do as a result of watching this video, try using a pacer. Please let me know how you get on with it. 6. I never really enjoyed reading as a child, I was far more interested in building things or dancing. Reading didn’t seem to capture my attention and I didn’t want to sit still.
As a result, I was bad at reading out loud at school - I would get my words mixed up and stutter. I absolutely dreaded it and it really knocked my confidence. I'm not sure if I had a small learning incapability, or whether I just got shy/embarrassed but it affected me reading out loud going into my adult life, which then prevented me from enjoying reading.

It’s only now in my late 30s and 40s that I love reading. Then again, I read books that capture my interest and I do it to relax and get away from digital. 

It feels nice to have a set of techniques which has improved my speed, energy and focus for reading.
 7. This one is a bit whack - during this challenge I often did 10-30 minutes of reading in the morning, in the garden as the sun was rising. It felt nice to get the practice out the way for the day - but as a result of this, I was getting morning light in my eyes which then made me sleep better (morning light sets the circadian rhythm for the brain and body, allowing for better sleep).
Reading didn’t have a direct result on improving my sleep, but without this challenge and a book I wouldn’t have just sat in the garden for 10-30 minutes. This way, I was getting 2 things done at once, actually 3 - morning light to improve sleep, reading practice and learning from the book.
I plan to keep this up as it really made a huge improvement to my overall day and well-being.

 Side note: I did use to walk in the morning, but found the houses and buildings blocked the sunlight. Fortunately, our garden faces south so we get the daylight right in our garden. Sitting directly in the light (but not looking at it) made a massive difference to my sleep. Huge!

I’ve waffled on a bit here, but that’s why I enjoy these experiments and challenges as they allow me to gain new habits and learn new things, even if they are indirect benefits.
 8. I squeezed in reading practice when I could - dentist waiting room, hairdressers, waiting for a friend - just 10 minutes here and there really makes a difference and a refreshing change from using my phone. 
 9. What a magical power we have these days - an incredible opportunity to download someone else’s experience and knowledge in just a few days, all from a simple and affordable object. This was a great challenge!

[@joannasliwa8147]

Great to have you back 😀I 'm wondering if a speed reading does not " steal" a pleasure of enjoying a story while progressively discovering a story plot . If you need to speed read for your work to analyze and then structure the major outline points from a document / book at the same time ???? I'm a speed reader ... because I cannot put down a good page-turner .

[@stretchoxford7835]

Fantastic video - and thanks for the additional info in the comments - definitely some real take away tips, esp. around sunlight and reading. I’m going to need to build up some arm strength to be able to hold some of my bigger books at eye level! Just wondering; was there any information in your research for this video about e-readers; did it mention any impact on speed or the ability to use some of these techniques when reading on a Kindle or similar device?

[@LauraTryUK]

@@stretchoxford7835 I'm glad you liked the additional info. the books at eye level bit did make me laugh - my arm and fingers ached after a while. I wondered if there was something to hold the books up for me - a music stand or recipe book holder or something 😂 Not much came up about reading on digital apart from using a cursor when reading on line.

[@emmasadventures6229]

I find point 3 really interesting as I've tried myself before but just found that I didn't enjoy reading novels at such high speeds. Do you slow down reading novels now too or do you still read them a bit faster? Are you going to take on speed listening at all? Listen to an audiobook at 2.5x speed and comprehending it?

[@Kim-mk7pb]

Keen to try this, I have SO MANY books I want to read. It's so overwhelming that I've actually been reading less 🙈

[@LauraTryUK]

I can relate! definitely give these a try - start with the pacer and 30 minutes, it's a game changer!

[@lahtal1]

Great video I'm a slow reader I took the test 133 wpm. Your video has inspired me as I love books but my slow reading speed puts me off. I'm going to try and improve 👍

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

Also, i love the fact that you sat outside in winter to read. I don't see that many people do that. Here in Québec City we have those cool little propane lit fires in town with chairs around them and i like to go sit there and read. Can"t do it every day, last night was -27C, but it's nice and the cold adds a certain alertness to it. 🥶

[@Walksandwanders]

I love all your challenge videos. Although there is no chance of me ice water dipping in my recycling bin, and certainly no chance of me rowing across the ocean, I do find all your videos inspiring. They make me try new things. This one was particularly interesting as I am trying to read more books at present. Also you have a great, friendly, easy to listen to presentation style. 🙂👍

[@stargazer1359]

Now only if we could row across the ocean in a recycling bin of ice water.....while speed reading. 😉😸 Love ya, Laura!

[@blackduck7851]

Another wonderful video. You should be proud, not just of your newfound speed reading, but your ongoing ability to weave a wonderful visual story.

[@LauraTryUK]

Thank you Black Duck - your comment is lovely. I have wanted to learn this for many years now and it feels great to have finally got it done. I hope I can continue improving and enjoying it.

[@maitrehauchecome6947]

Thanks for this Laura! I decided to read 1 book per month this year and this is very timely. I would definitely try those techniques and hope to read more than what I planned this year.

[@LauraTryUK]

Hey Maitre, I like your goal. How are you getting on with it so far? I hope these tips help. I am sure you can do more than one book per month, just by using a few of the techniques. The pacer and scheduling time will push you towards your goal, I am sure. Please keep me posted 🙏🏼

[@alicejwho]

I found this very interesting. I already employ this technique (though I hadn't known it was a 'technique!) If I'm reading a book that I'm taking information from, I'll read it extremely quickly and just take in key points (I read the whole of a long, red light therapy book last week, in about an hour). As you have said: it's not just a case of skim reading; rather, I read the words and absorb them visually without hearing them in my head. If it's a beautiful hook, and well written, and I'm there for the journey, which means the narrative , the language, the atmosphere...then I'll read at a normal pace, saying the words in my head. I feel it would be a travesty to speed read Julian Barnes, Jeanette Winterson or Daphne du Maurier!

[@connerhughes1435]

Ive so many books at home, I really got to incorporate some of these techniques or I will never get through them.

[@LauraTryUK]

I would love for you to try them and let me know how you get on. The pacer and scheduling time is where the money's at 💪

[@karl.anthony]

Great video LT! This is definitely something I will embrace! Thanks!

[@MrTk3435]

Nice One! and Cute Cat. Thank you 🔥🔥🤟🔥🔥

[@KaterinaApostolova-kr8nu]

Your enthusiasm for learning is contageous!

[@martinengelbrecht5384]

Great to be learning something new you will get younger and younger!

[@LauraTryUK]

hahahaha, I was going say if only that was true but then realise I'd end up being a baby again 😂

[@Buzpud]

This surprised me. I’ve never read the words in my head and to hear that most people do that. I’ve always been a speedy reader though. Really interesting watching your journey and the different steps. Amazing how quickly you sped up your reading.

[@LauraTryUK]

How have you never read the words in your head B? It blows my mind - I tried reading your comment not saying the words in my head - I tried so hard that it ended up happening 😂 Any tips? Do you think it may have something to do with how certain people's brain works? That incurred to me when driving this morning and reading road signs - I wondered do I actually say the words in my head, and I think I do 😂

[@Buzpud]

Probably not fair to say never, but it’s a rare thing. Usually when I’m forcing myself to concentrate on reading something I don’t want to read. Then after a line or two my brain accepts we do need to read it and reverts back to just taking it in without sun vocalising. Sorry no tips as it’s so natural to me but I’m sure it just takes practice. Really pleased for you learning to read more quickly so you can enjoy more books. I’m an avid reader and it’s one of my favourite ways to spend an evening.

[@EiBeiDieMau]

@@Buzpud Same for me, I only have to vocalise in my head when I am not "in the zone" but once I am in a kind of flow state I just absorb the meaning. I wonder if this is coming from my childhood/teenager years when I was reading A LOT (multiple hours in the evening were no rarity). So I maybe was able to learn it more easily because I was at a good age for learning ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

I never say the words in my head. I just read them. But then again, i learned to read before starting school.

[@soilgrasswaterair]

Studying law at uni. forced me to learn how to read faster. To not get stuck in the text and have a steady rythm. Being able to read without getting stuck feels like such a privilege. I have friends who really struggle due to dyslexia and I admire them so much for powering through and not giving up on text in various ways. Loved it when they felt safe and started texting me as well instead of just calling ❤

[@zch2136]

Thank you Laura, I tried to learn to spead read last year, but didn't stick with it and you just motivated me to get back to it. Amazing to hear how well it worked for you !

[@honourgardiner902]

I really enjoyed this video! I've also struggled in the past and even now with reading. My mother used to insist on choosing books for me as a child and teen (when I left home) and she'd make me read and test me on the book. If I read a book of my choosing (thinking I would please her by reading voluntarily), she'd tell me to stop and would get me doing housework or other chores. I couldn't win🙄. As a result, it made my relationship with books practically non existant. I'm a very slow reader and my mind wanders. I've recently started 'collecting' books from charity shops and libraries and have managed to read a couple start to finnish over the course of a few months! Your video has really encouraged me to keep trying. I know a good book can be truly rewarding! Thank you for your advice! Going to give this a go!!😊

[@catharinab8860]

This was a fun video to watch as I’m an avid reader myself. One technique I use is to read or scan the page in a diagonal movement, I start at the top left of the page and then move my eye down to the right corner. I didn’t think it would work but as I’ve gone back and reread the page again I find that I’ve already read it all 😅

[@AidanBelizaire]

Brilliant video Laura! Your toolbox is getting bigger and better and more and more awesome with each new video! It's fabulous!!

[@kamilam5619]

I want to read more books this year and this video came out just in time, with practical advices. Thank you LT ... well done!

[@LauraTryUK]

This is great news Kamila. I guessed with the New Year it would still be on people's lists to achieve so tried to time it accordingly. Please let me know if you try any of the techniques.

[@Flyingtwiglet]

Awesome video again LT. I do love all your challenges. I bought a book on speed reading and memory about 2 years ago (Jim Kwik) and......never got around to reading it. You've motivated me to dust it off. Props to 76k subs too - wow, you are doing great!!! 👋👋👋

[@javierreyes1102]

Laura, I had been subscribed to your channel for some time and watched some of your videos. This is the first video I watched in a long time. It was so great, I had to write this comment. Hope you continue doing videos like this and improving your skills!

[@LauraTryUK]

Hey Javier, it's great to see your comment and I am really pleased you liked this video. I have so much stuff I want to learn and try - the list is endless 😂 Hopefully many of them will align with your interests.

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

I haven't noticed before but sometimes i work on the laptop in bed and i tend to prop it up on my knees, making the work more at eye-level. Interesting.

[@williamquartey]

Amazing video. Truly inspirational.

[@TravelChannelOne]

Amazing video. Love the accent, love the energy....more of these please

[@jameswoodall9261]

Maybe the best video yet! At least for me. I'm an avid reader and depend mostly on being stubborn to keep at it. Have thought about doing this many times but ---. Maybe now! Besides making useful videos. You're a great teacher also. You use common sense to get the job done. You've really found your place i n life!!!

[@AnnaBSexton]

You are so cool love your videos - brilliant, practical tips... defo going to play around with some of these thank you

[@fermoer3814]

I am a super slow reader, I’ll definitely give this a go! Bay the way, it is great to see your videos again! Well done!

[@Indoor-Cyling-Revolution]

Glad you did this, as I used to devour books before I got too gosh darn busy, dag nabbit. Wait, how did I just turn into Yosemite Sam? You've inspired me to endeavor to do better...so many books I want to read. Anyway, always look forward to your vids. Cheers from LA! It's raining here today, which always makes me long for the lush green countryside of my beloved Nottinghamshire. 😕

[@LauraTryUK]

Glad you liked the vid ICR. Which book do you have on your reading list next?

[@Indoor-Cyling-Revolution]

“The Fall of Giants”, by Ken Follet, the first in the “century” trilogy. Follet wrote my favourite novel, “The Pillars of the Earth”, which takes place 13th century England and is about the building of a church in the time of the Black Death. Sounds boring, but it’s an AMAZING read, and I’m currently trying to get Amazon Studios to do it as a 13 episode series. My favourite book of all time.

[@deeeaton945]

Oh yes ‘Pillars of the Earth’ my favourite book too! Probably read it 30 years ago and should re read it.😊

[@Indoor-Cyling-Revolution]

@@deeeaton945 I do every six or so years. Just enough time to let some of it fade from my memory so that when I reread it, I reread with the experience of the first read. Anyway, cheers!

[@jameswoodall9261]

Oh what fun!!! Did no research o9n my own, just followed your advice. Used the bit about leaving margins. using a pointer and scanning words. The scanning part works easily if you'll just let go and don't try and control things. I did put some time i n getting my pointer. Tried several but found a chop stick is perfect for me. Of course I use a hand made one. Very light and tapered. My hands don't work very well so am gonna have to do something about that. May try a table artists easel or a sheet music holder. Not going to use this all the time though. If facts and learning is my goal, I certainly will. But sometimes when I'm reaDING AN AUTHOR that is a good word smith, I don't want to miss any of the descriptive words. Back to the one word at a time. Doubt I'll even take the speed test. I'm so much faster than before. And I was satisfied then.

[@sara-yk1sq]

I love your content it's so fun and charming

[@nevertoolate8589]

Another brilliant video! Your point 6 in the pinned comments, was exactly the same with reading in class and it affected my public speaking greatly. Anyway … I’m also here for Charlie’s antics!

[@55linka]

love the videos, I am student actually (again!) I am close to you age so I am not used to studying anymore. speed reading would be so cool! will try it! also singed up for skill share from the link you have juts posted! What I would suggest is NOT to speed read therapy books. If the stuff is stirred up should be processed and not cognitively but on a emotional level, deeper, slower and with more awareness, taking notes which you can bring to therapy, journaling, processing any way you like....just my suggestion as psychology student...it is not easy to process stuff for a reason..also you dont want to be overwhelmed so there is a nice ratio somewhere...

[@amandambenson]

I’m sooo glad you’re back!!! You are absolutely awesome!!!!! 🤗🤗🤗

[@LauraTryUK]

You are toooooo sweet! Thank you Amanda 🙏🏼

[@ando2607]

I’ve read two books in January which is really good for me and I had been interested increasing my reading- so thank you Laura for some extra motivation keep it up!!!

[@keithl6249]

Great video. One of my goals this year is to read some books that I wouldn't normally read.

[@garydunlap1733]

Thanks Laura, luv all the content

[@garydunlap1733]

Keep up the great work!

[@Iris73747]

Such a Great Video, you inspire me!

[@nyemartin5737]

I have had a go at speed reading but found I wasn't enjoying it. I just love the sheer pleasure of relaxing on the sofa with a good book and taking my time reading it, so much more enjoyable.

[@frankiechan9651]

I've fallen down the Huberman lab rabbit hole as well, so the morning light thing has been drummed into my brain too. 3 mornings are covered by exercise - plus that also delays my morning coffee to well over 90 mins after waking - so triple-stack benefits? Other days I'll have breakfast then take my coffee outside for the early sun exposure, and I've been taking a book out recently and will read a few pages. I think I read reasonably fast, but I also need to retain detail for work reading and when reading for pleasure I prefer to go slower. Too many times I've devoured a book - then read it a second time later and realised I missed about 50% of it. So while speed reading is interesting, it actually doesn't fit too well into why I read.

[@LauraTryUK]

I love everything about this comment Frankie, thank you for writing it 🙏🏼 re: Huberman podcast - what an fantastic age we live in to be able to get all that info at no cost. Just incredible!

[@SturleyArt]

Another great video Big T. I learnt speed reading many years ago from a Tiny Buzan book, but didn't really enjoy it and didn't persevere. Maybe I'll try again. I like seeing that we read similar books too!! Tools of Titans is great and that Breath book is on my book pile ready to go. Currently reading a book about the benefits of getting into nature and camping etc. Another great video, thanks for sharing.

[@honorburza9110]

Love this

[@sallycunliffe9462]

Utterly brilliant, as usual. Thank you very much.

[@annepconley1553]

So inspiring! I love your videos.

[@LauraTryUK]

Thank you Anne! 🙏🏼

[@chris35932]

Oooo this is going to be a hard challenge for me to try, I get so distracted and bored when reading. I only just made it to the bottom of your comments on the vid 😂 right I'm gonna watch and see if it can help me now 😁

[@kberanoyd]

This is basically what reading with adhd does without trying 😂😂, awesome video Laura, lovveeeee it.

[@TheSpyknieff]

I really love the curiosity that comes out of your videos and the fact you are trying so many new things! Thank you so much Laura for doing this!

[@oaknash2038]

Another interesting video Laura. I really don't understand how to stop hearing my own voice in my head whilst I'm reading though. I'm fairly sure climbing into a wheelie bin of freezing cold water is way easier! I thoroughly enjoy your content!

[@crodriguez3320]

Love your videos!

[@janwebb4639]

Another really interesting topic. X

[@LauraTryUK]

Thanks Jan 🙏🏼

[@bensheppard8182]

Thank you SO much for this video. I've long been a big fan of all of your content and this video somehow perfectly coincides with one of my biggest lifetime goals. I have a dozen books in the hopper and no idea how I'm going to get through them all. I'm certain this will be a huge help! Mush Love to Laura T!!

[@dawoodwaris]

Thank you Laura. I am preparing one of the toughest exams in the world and I'll definitely practice your technique. I doubt whether we would be able to retain all these information on our memory. Your skin looks awesome and glowing, I wonder if you are still practicing fasting or water diet?

[@ut561]

Charlie at 1:30 :) That's upstairs room is the best place to make videos, much better than some studio, it's more homey :)

[@LauraTryUK]

it's too much isn't it 💖 🐈‍⬛

[@LauraTryUK]

I just saw the second sentence - I'm pleased you think so Dave. I often think about getting a studio, and it will likely happen in the future, but for now my house and room is perfect.

[@sunset5461]

Try book summary services such as blinkist

[@jindandy7826]

Always Interesting. Thank u!

[@Jez2008UK]

Thank you for the nudge to go crush this, I've just bought the course :)

[@LauraTryUK]

🔥 Yes Jez! Let me know how you get on. Just keep practicing. It soon comes, there can be barriers but just smash through them 💪

[@rachel_espinoza]

I thought the reason you blurred it was because the book was spicy lol. But then you mentioned the therapy reason. Thanks for the tips!

[@LindsayHaven]

Congratulations Laura. This was really inspiring!

[@LauraTryUK]

Thank you Lindsay 🙏🏼 Are you tempted to give it a go?

[@MichelleMonstera]

Laura, I loved this!! I've been trying to increase my reading speed for years, so this was inspiring to watch! Any tips on how to stop sub-vocalization?

[@LauraTryUK]

Hey Michelle, I am pleased you liked the video. That was the hardest one for me and still practicing - however, I try to glance at the words and let them register rather than relying on reading them if that makes sense. I can kind of get into a flow of it after some time, but it's still very odd to me. My friend who does it says, when we see a sign that says 'stop' or 'quiet' we probably don't say the word in our head, except recognise it and its meaning. Does that even make sense? My friend's words didn't make sense to me at first, but it's slowly registering.

[@MichelleMonstera]

@@LauraTryUK thanks for the tip! I'm excited to try to improve my reading speed! Thank you so much for the inspiration!

[@kristynahrazdilova8351]

Wow, I enjoyed this one a lot. As I love reading and have literally thousands of pages waiting ahead. I wonder about two things :-) First, how to use a pacer on the touch screen of Kindle (I try to save as much space as possible and reduce the number of paper books, although I prefer them over e-books). And second, I can imagine all the techniques applied in my native language (actually, I read in Czech only to relax and for that, I don't need/aim for speed reading), but I do at least half of the reading in English...I need to do some research on this :-)

[@Brandon-qp7gq]

are those darn tough socks? nice

[@IzzyOnTheMove]

The skipping of unnecessary information is always something i've done intuitively. Interesting. I'll have to pay attention next time i'm reading to see if i use peripheral vision.

[@reilife121]

I naturally use a pacer when I feel my attention drifting. Interested in trying the peripheral technique. I got 216 WPM

[@LauraTryUK]

Have you always use a pacer Rei? how come you started using one?

[@aminemaravalo31]

Do not forget the spiritual side as well. It is very important. The soul wears out as wears out clothes and faith too.... Whoever neglects religion will not live happily.. but we are talking about the true religion and not the fake one... When I always pray, feel better and happy after that, which I will not be able to attain. By sport, not by science..it is a divine thing....for this reason God revealed the messengers and the heavenly books. He could have satisfied himself with knowledge only...but it is not enough for human comfort.......I hope you will try the Islamic prayer movements in Your room...go to the Kaaba...there is a hidden energy and something strange that you will feel....yes, it is an emptying of negative energy and acquiring positive energy....just try Laura....welcome back, may God protect you

[@stevencottam7570]

You are so engaging, surely reading the writers artistry is important?

[@LauraTryUK]

for sure! I'm still taking in the information, just in a different way, but also I now have the choice to go faster or slower, using the 'new way' or 'old way' depending on what I'm reading or how I'm feeling.

[@MobaCry]

Video idea, teach your cat to speak with the buttons for pets... 😁😁. Great video once again 👍

[@LauraTryUK]

oh my goodness! I think you are on to something here Mounir 🐈‍⬛

[@MobaCry]

@@LauraTryUK I am sure he has a lot to say 😅

[@otheremail123]

Another great video!

[@LauraTryUK]

Thank you Abe 🙏🏼 I really appreciate your support.

[@bbsaid218]

Nice cat 🐈 😊

[@LauraTryUK]

Isn't he a babe! 🐈‍⬛ 🖤

[@joannebuttner]

I'm curious - did you manage to get rid of your inner monologue? That's the thing that seems most challenging to me! I was about 190 - 225 wpm ( did the test several times)... going to try some of these tips and see if I can improve it

[@JessKaplan]

I read pretty quickly, and I don’t think I vocalize when I read. I wonder if it’s connected to also speaking Spanish and not translating in my head for that. My brain just makes the pictures. I feel like that’s kind of a similar idea.

[@LauraTryUK]

aha, I am envious of your ability to not say the words. I am still practising, it's getting easier but I often drop back to my default. PS - read your comment vocalising in my head - doh 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@connerhughes1435]

Ahh love it, thats so quick at the end! But....is 75% comprehension good for a fiction book, I guess you would just read slower if that is still an option

[@LauraTryUK]

ah, be right back - I forgot the pinned comment.... I have now added the pinned comment which I hope answers your question Conner.

[@connerhughes1435]

@@LauraTryUK Ah great, I did look for that! haha thanks

[@anniwilson2534]

Super interesting, LT! I’ve always read fast. The focusing on the important stuff I’ve done since having to read journal articles at uni, so I tend to scan-read the dull stuff! However I really struggle with feeling sleepy during reading, so I’m going to try and get the book eye level as you suggest. Hopefully that will mean I can read for more than 20 mins without falling asleep! With that in mind, I’m interested to know if this experiment has altered your reading for relaxation at all?

[@LauraTryUK]

Hey Anni, I had wondered if those had attended university has a different style or ability to reading with regards to lots of research. It hasn't altered my reading for relaxation as I chose to read faster with these techniques, or slow down. It's nice to have the choice, unlike before when I only had one option.

[@anniwilson2534]

@@LauraTryUK that’s a really good point about it now giving you choice, and the pencil is a nice trigger for that quicker mode👍🏼

[@oliebass]

Reading speed: 362 wpm, accuracy 100%. To be fair, I have to read a lot as a researcher, so when reading a book I read much slower so that I can enjoy it more than rush through the information.

[@Cloxxki]

Have you tried mind sight yet? Basically you blindfold yourself and then see things anyway. Wendy over at Facebook might love to train you for a video. I can see colors and shapes, and items in the room, and place my finger right on it. Some can READ. Children see BETTER blindfolded than normally. And through walls and such. No spectacles needed.

[@Cloxxki]

Oh and it works for the bat sht blind as well. Makes then read public transport signs and such.

[@MaliYojez]

I’m wondering whether you’ve tried the techniques with fiction? I read somewhere that it can hinder immersion.

[@LauraTryUK]

I'm not a big fiction fan but sure I would chose the technique that suited the book and way I am feeling at the time - it's nice to have the choice now with a few different methods, as opposed to the one option I had before.

[@paulopaulo3774]

Hey, im paulo from Brazil 🙋🏾‍♂️ It's been 8 months since you posted this video, would you recommend me to go through this?

[@martinengelbrecht5384]

🤗🤗

[@paulhome2023]

Do you have tested how do it on the computer ? I think its why harder

[@johncancino4902]

Speed reading is about - Browsing the book - Researching a topic - Previewing - Skimming - Scanning - Skipping irrelevant ideas - Filtering information - Getting the gist - Getting the big picture - Looking for keywords - Jotting down keywords - Summarizing ideas orally - Taking mental notes - Retelling ideas orally - Making an oral book review - Recording yourself I can read 12-15 thousand words per minute. I can read a five-hundred-page book in 10 minutes. The essence of speed reading is getting the gist of the book. As a matter of fact, forget about reading and start looking for information in the book at top speed and make a list of keywords to retell and summarize the ideas of the whole book orally for 10 minutes. Record yourself. As l said, forget about reading the book and start looking for information and collecting ideas that you can pull out from the book. Speed reading is not about reading a text word by word. It's about looking for ideas, collecting information and making lists of keywords that can help you to summarize ideas orally. Your main task is to make an oral book review for 10 minutes with your list of keywords. Explain the topic aloud for 10 minutes in your own words. Record yourself with your cellphone.

[@unpaintedleadsyndrome]

I just don't get how you can just look at a word, not "read" it and still get it into your brain somehow.

[@onealericcisan805]

io neanche mi ricordo cosa ho mangiato ieri 😂

[@santosvella]

446 wpm 100% its fun

[@okwuchukwuokeoma8896]

I'm so bad 99wpm

[@shantelbangtan1765]

390 wpm this is considered fast but it really is not.

[@martinengelbrecht5384]

People who see you reading in public with a pacer will probably think you are a speed reader! 📖

[@LauraTryUK]

I like this answer! 💪

[@Cloxxki]

Normally I say "Laura tried so we don't have to", but now...?

[@LauraTryUK]

hahahahahahaha - I like this a lot. So you are going to try it????

[@Cloxxki]

@@LauraTryUK So so much to start doing, nevermind try...

[@premchettri7170]

I watch your videos for simplicity and calmness of life but yet try to do something more in order to not be comfortable with whatever we are accustomed to in our life!! So, I wont be seriously putting a number to calibrate you or perhaps myself while watching your video. You are OKAY with whatever you are doing !! but just keep doing is more important here!!

[@onealericcisan805]

io neanche mi ricordo cosa ho mangiato ieri 😂