Attention Quote by Thomas Newkirk
““We can learn to pay attention, concentrate, devote ourselves to authors. We can slow down so we can hear the voice of texts, feel the movement of sentences, experience the pleasure of words--and own passages that speak to us. (p. 41)””
About This Quote
Pay close attention to texts, savoring each word and sentence for deeper enjoyment.
In simple terms: Slow reading enhances understanding and pleasure.
Key Takeaway
Read deliberately.
Themes
reading
mindfulness
literature
Mood
contemplative
inspired
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic study
- personal reading
- book clubs
- creative writing
Key Concepts
deep comprehension
slow reading
Questions to Reflect On
- How does slow reading change perception?
- What texts benefit most from this?
A Different Perspective
Time‑consuming in fast‑paced world.
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