Mind Over Matter

Reading is one of the most popular and beneficial activities people can engage in. Reading can improve knowledge, vocabulary, creativity, critical thinking, and mental health. However, reading habits vary widely across regions and countries, depending on culture, education, book access, and digital literacy. I am sharing exciting trends and statistics about reading habits worldwide based on recent research and surveys. Asia According to a survey by Statista 2017, China, India, and Thailand are the top three countries where people read books most frequently. In China, 36% of internet users reported reading a book every day or most days, and 34% read at least once a week. In India, 32% read daily or most days, and 40% read weekly. In Thailand, 30% read daily or most days, and 35% read weekly. These figures are far higher than the worldwide average of 22% for daily or most days reading and 31% for weekly reading. However, reading frequency does not necessarily translate into reading liter

Academic writing is a form of communication that involves presenting and analysing ideas, arguments, and evidence in a clear, structured, and formal way. Academic writing is important because it helps students develop critical thinking, research, and communication skills essential for academic and professional success. Academic writing also allows students to demonstrate their understanding of study topics and contribute to advancing knowledge in their fields. In our context, academic writing is not formally taught at the school and college levels. Without going into the debate over the plight of public sector education, especially in Sindh, academic writing is a crucial yet neglected subject. Therefore, it is hardly surprising that many university graduates struggle to write a simple essay. I am presenting some basic concepts and tips to improve academic writing.   Types of Academic Writing There are different types of academic writing, depending on the purpose, audience, and discipli