Why can’t I read at home?

[gokuma]

Whenever I start reading at home I get distracted and restless. But when I’m somewhere else - at the cafe, shopping centre, on the train etc. I can read for HOURS, to the point I travel not to *get* somewhere but to be able to read in peace.

Comments

[greyliliy]

Your home might be too familiar. You've got stuff around you that "Needs" your attention (like cleaning, or a chore, or whatever else), but when you're out in public, no one needs you but your book. XD

It sounds nice though, to get out of the house and go read somewhere nice. :D

[plugz]

Hm, for me travelling means less distractions? Because I can only just sit there.

At home there’s tv, things I could do, work ect.

So focus is easy because there’s nothing to split it for me :0

[spikedluv]

I'm the same way with writing! I get more done at a cafe than I do at home. As others have said, there's always something prickling at the back of your mind: get the laundry out of the dryer, do the dishes, etc. Despite all the background noise, a cafe is more peaceful because that noise isn't poking at you.