Listening Schedule
Dragon Reborn RED | Jun 2024 Multistage Stage IVC6
15 mins, Tues and Thur, 7 days break after 21 days
Neuroscience research show that reading physical books engages the brain differently than reading on screens. When you read a printed book, multiple brain systems work together at once. Along with language processing areas, the brain activates regions responsible for spatial awareness, sensory integration, and memory mapping. The feel of the pages, the weight of the book, and the physical location of text all provide cues that help the brain organize information more effectively.
Studies have found that readers of physical books demonstrate better comprehension and stronger long term memory retention compared to screen readers. One reason is reduced cognitive load. Screens often encourage scrolling, multitasking, and skimming, which keeps the brain in a shallow processing mode. Physical books promote sustained attention, allowing the prefrontal cortex to focus deeply without constant external stimulation.
Memory formation is also influenced by spatial context. When reading a printed book, the brain creates a mental map of where information appears on the page. This spatial encoding strengthens recall because memory is linked not just to words, but to physical position and sensory experience.
Psychology research also shows that screen reading increases mental fatigue. Blue light exposure and rapid visual shifts strain attention networks and interfere with emotional regulation. Physical books support slower reading rhythms, which help the nervous system remain calm and receptive.
This does not mean digital reading is useless. It is efficient and accessible. But when it comes to deep learning, emotional engagement, and lasting memory, the brain consistently benefits more from physical books.
The medium matters because the brain learns best when attention is grounded, focused, and embodied.
