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Growing up as a child I was introduced to the popular saying, reading is fundamental<\/em>. This simple but complex saying stayed etched in my mind throughout my life\u2019s journey. It speaks to a highly valued skill that is essential for a person\u2019s growth and lifelong learning. What I took from this saying is reading is the gateway to understanding and knowledge and paves the way to wisdom.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Books were my initial entry towards reading, I will never forget my high school experience as a freshman getting hit with a summer syllabus that required book readings. I remember how anxious I was about the required reading and the book report which had to accompany it on my first day of class. I can still recall the feelings of nervousness, anxiety, and personal doubts concerning my comprehension and retention as we were instructed to read these books cover to cover.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Embarking upon my doctoral journey, high school has revisited me yet again, this time I am armed with more ammunition as I read How To Read a Book and How To Take Notes.<\/em> During my formative years, I dedicated countless hours to deciphering every word, yet the elusive comprehension seemed to slip through my grasp. Time ticked away, yielding minimal progress, and I found myself steeped in a sense of defeat, convinced that the full understanding remained just out of reach. Over time, I managed to increase my reading speed, yet I continued to doubt my overall retention. A pivotal moment occurred when a professor shared a perspective that resonated deeply with me: “Daren, you don’t have to devour every page of a book cover to cover to truly understand it; you can still grasp the essence of the book.”<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Our readings perfectly echoed the advice of my college professor. Although he never explicitly mentioned inspectional reading or suggested an ideal reading speed, the insights gleaned from these books put gas in my tank for the upcoming semester. Initially hesitant about skimming, as it seemed like a form of cheating, the mounting assignments and diminishing time compelled me to embrace it as a valuable tool in my educational journey. Navigating through authors with a hidden talent for repetitive writing, I discovered the art of effective notetaking, allowing me to grasp the essence of the reading without falling prey to the monotony of it.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Notetaking seamlessly integrated into my professional life as a journalist, where capturing quotes and essential information was a daily ritual. However, applying the same practice to book reading felt somewhat unfamiliar. I proudly wield the title of a highlight master\u2014there’s a color for every mood in my bag! (LOL) Given the anticipated reading load, the insights gathered from both readings are poised to be invaluable. I approach the DLGP journey with a blend of hope, confidence, and eager anticipation, expecting it to yield abundant fruit. 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