1. Enhanced Smarts Reading helps in almost every area of smarts. Those that read have higher GPA’s, higher intelligence, and general knowledge than those that don’t. No matter what you’re wanting to do or become, you can’t do it without more knowledge. Reading is an excellent way to get where you’re wanting to go. 2. Reading reduces stress When I’m reading a book, my mind shifts gears. Where I might have a had a stressful day, a book can easily distract me. Fiction is fantastic for this. Reading an awesome fiction book is perfect right before bed time. Though sometimes it’s hard to put the book down if it’s really good. Still, you’ll be relaxed ;) 3. Greater tranquility Reading can soothe like no other. This daily act of making myself be quiet and still has been nothing short of miraculous for my anxiety and my “fidgety factor”. 4. Improved…