Comments on: Proud Readers

By: robert

robert — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:04:15 +0000

I also find that-and this may only apply to informative, personal development books- when I read a book, it will either give me something I already know, or that “Aha” paradigm shifting moment. I never really feel that it’s a waste of time. Even with the books that don’t give me anything new, they give my mind repetition of an idea, one that may have not sunk in deeply enough yet, which is the reason I’m probably still reading books in that category. They cause me to maybe give an idea a second thought, like when someone keeps telling you something and depending on how closed-minded you are, you finally start to consider it after awhile. Repetition, in this case, is helpful. Great post.

By: Preston

Preston — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 21:21:09 +0000

Also, although that lack of personal connection to movies makes them easier to dismiss, movies based on books do have a hit-or-miss kind of quality. Either the movie can fall under the category of “not the way I pictured it in the book,” or as a unique visualization of the book that, as a reader, you can appreciate.

By: Preston

Preston — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 21:16:51 +0000

I agree. Books allow a personal connection and kind of mental contribution to the work which makes them much harder to dismiss as a waste of time. This kind of connection makes movies based on books you’ve read even easier to dismiss

By: Elisa

Elisa — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 17:26:19 +0000

Books allow us to be self-absorbed and selfish, movies take that away.

How many times have you watched a movie after reading a book and thought “I never pictured him/her when I read that” or “that totally wasn’t the way it was in the book.” Books are suggestive. They tell you a story and you picture how it plays out in your head. Everything looks the way YOU want it to. Once it is put onto a screen your ability to create things yourself are removed.

Because of this its much easier to criticize or disagree with other people’s interpretations. Much more difficult to do that to your own.

By: Carlos Miceli

Carlos Miceli — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:14:40 +0000

Great point man. Never thought about it as a connection with the author, but when it comes to blogging, I think you’re right.
It’d be awesome if people would actually read the comments (and care), but we all just watch the stars. Numbers rule, always.

By: Carlos Miceli

Carlos Miceli — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:12:43 +0000

I couldn’t read what you said, I’m just too thankful for your post

Just kidding, that’s exactly right Lisis. I actually believe that the thing that makes Godin and Brogan so worshiped is the fact that they have been there for long. People are too connected to let go.

By: Carlos Miceli

Carlos Miceli — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:11:14 +0000

Suzanne, I’m thrilled that you liked it! Feel free to connect whenever you want.

By: Carlos Miceli

Carlos Miceli — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:10:21 +0000

Thanks suzen, nice of you to stop by
Glad to have you here!

By: Suzanne

Suzanne — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 19:40:02 +0000

Hi Carlos, found you via Lisis & Alison’s Q4B post about you. I see what they mean…you do say a lot without using many words. I was able to scan your last 5 or so posts, see that you are worth reading regularly and added you to my Reader. Can’t wait to see what’s coming up next…

By: suzen

suzen — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:17:30 +0000

Hi Carlos – Dropped in via Lisis. I like your thought provoking posts! I try to disconnect from time invested in something being involved in whether or not I like it. Actually I disconnect from time a LOT!