Recording summary · January 2017
I wish I could enjoy reading books
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Overview
Daniel struggles with reading fiction such as Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and The Hobbit due to boredom, lengthy descriptions, and forgetting character names, despite wanting to read to improve vocabulary and English skills.
Daniel typically reads Facebook news articles and Wikipedia pages on wars, and feels self-conscious about vocabulary limitations when watching news, viewing Russell Brand videos, or teaching English in Japan, yet prefers concise communication over overly complex words.
Workplace interactions present communication hurdles, such as deciphering customer requests or being asked to speak louder by a manager with hearing difficulties.
Focusing on audiobooks is challenging because multitasking leads to forgetting plot details, while interest exists in psychology, human behavior, and potentially studying to become a therapist, tempered by hesitation over book costs and completion.
Themes
Difficulties with fiction books and retaining narrative details.
Current reading habits centered on Wikipedia and Facebook articles rather than books.
Vocabulary insecurities and preferences regarding concise versus complex language.
Communication challenges in workplace environments.
Challenges with audiobook retention while multitasking.
Interest in psychology, human behavior, and potential training as a therapist.
Developments
Daniel purchased a Star Wars book after watching the film Star Wars Rogue One.
An older customer requested Old Holborn cigarettes, speaking in a way that Daniel initially struggled to decipher.
A job training manager repeatedly instructed Daniel to speak louder due to a hearing impairment.
Uncertainties & gaps
Whether non-fiction, self-help, business, or psychology books would prove more enjoyable or successful than science fiction and fantasy.
Whether Daniel will pursue a psychology course or become a therapist.