Is it just me or is there something special about reading a book on public transport? (sh.itjust.works)

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I don't know what it is but I feel like there is something especially enjoyable about reading on a train or bus. Like I would be fine with making my commute longer because it dosen't feel like wasted time since I am reading. Also its just nice to be stuck somewhere for a bit with nothing to do but wait and be forced to read.

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[-] [email protected] 5 points 4 weeks ago

Riding on the train or bus is boring. Book helps. Plus all those people coming in and out, potholes, etc make real thinking difficult. Reading something non-technical doesn't require much concentration but still distracts from boredom.

Books aren't "special", they just provide optimal distraction/awareness proportion for transport.

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