Meredith Glenn I user to have the same problem, but then I went on a really long trip with a really really suspenseful book, and I just read through the nausea until it went away for good.
Charlie Book Fanatic I never thought people would be so bold XD. I mean, I only saw a woman flashing her 50shades copy before putting it back in her bag but, an out loud audio book XD a little too far there mate lol.
Don't forget when you ears get plugged. THE WORST EVRRR. But I so get the part of when you bring a book but you're torn on reading or writing. My Sister and friends always say "Why do you bring books when you're not going to read them now?" THE COMFORT, THE COMFORT of knowing that your 400 page baby that almost cost $20 is with you! ha went a little dramatic
Here's my theorie: She had headphones but they were just halfway in her phone/whatever So that ist comes out loud and though the headphones but doesn't notice it This actually happend to me in a bus (music, not shades of gray) and I didn't notice until I took one out of my ear. Well, this was awkward
I am able to read books when people are talking (for example I read during boring lectures. But reading why baby is crying is master level. Even earplugs don't help :
I have a hard time concentrating while reading in public also. What helps me is to listen to a movie soundtrack/instrumental music. It helps cover all the extra noise and allows me to focus on the book :)
I'm happy to say I've mastered the art of reading in a noisy place. People could scream right in my ear - if I'm concentrated on a book, I hear absolutely nothing and not a single thing can distract me.
Hey Jesse! I travel a good bit, and also have struggled with annoying people and sounds around me. A few suggestions to help you feel productive reading, or to just be able to relax and read. -If you want insure reading on the plane, bring either a book you are already engrossed in, or a trusty reread. For the engrossed book, if you can hold off until you get to the airport, you will be able to read and be productive throughout your journey since you will be desperate to finish. In regards to the reread, I have designated "travel books" that I take on every vacation with me. I have one for long car rides (The Wrath and The Dawn) and then one for airplanes (The Kiss of Deception). This book should be something you are comfortable with, and that you enjoy reading every time. This way it can help you get into the reading mood. -Headphones are an absolute must. If you don't usually listen to music while reading it can take time to get used to (practice at home- it'll be worth it), but once you are able to have light background music to focus on it will take you away from the people annoying you. I usually use a trustworthy movie score(HP or Theory of Everything), and let the music match the emotions present in the book. Listen with only one headphone if you are worried about announcements. -Finally, Be That Person. I know you have said that you are shy outside of your videos so this might be a little uncomfortable, but ask others to quiet down. Tell the lady she is listening to her book 50 Shades too loud. They might be a little bothered, but you will become a hero for others on the plane or in the area! I hope these suggestions are helpful!
I totally agree that traveling messes with my reading schedule. I usually don't read as much as I usually would. Sometimes though I'll buy books while traveling and end up finishing those on the trip because they're usually good books if I buy them. I also find it hard to focus on reading in an airport or on a plane.
For the noise thing in airports and airplanes, headphones, noise canceling headphones and lyricless music. For example Spotify reading playlist. Works like a charm
I have trouble focusing while reading on airplanes too. But I love those rare flights where I just get into a good zone and suddenly the flight's over and I made it halfway through a book.
I related to this video so much and it is literally my favorite thing when the person next to me pulls out a book! I give them one swift look that just says YES
I'm an Irish dancer and a very dedicated reader. The problem is, being an Irish dancer requires traveling all over the country (and sometimes even out of it) for competitions. Because of that, this whole video is literally almost 25% of my whole life (50% is school and the last 25% is actually reading and dancing)
I will say I tend to read less while traveling but I read whenever I can. I love ebooks so I always have my entire library with me. I also try to pick something light and fun while traveling since focus isn't always the easiest thing with everything happening around you. There are certain books that I will see and remember my trip because I read them on a vacation. Those make me happy. I would also recommend audiobooks (I see many other commenters suggesting that) for when you can't concentrate with all the distractions around you. I usually end up playing a mindless game on my tablet while I listen. Keeps me focused. For the most part though, I travel to experience the world so it's okay for reading to take a back seat. I limit reading to poolside or bedtime. :)
I'm always listening to music when I'm traveling :D it helps alot with annoying situations! (it also helps that I'm reading books in english, not in my native tongue, which makes reading in trains way easier because I can just blend out my native tongue and don't get confused while reading!)
I have honestly just accepted that I won't read while travelling or on vacation. On the plane I'm too excited to get to the destination to focus on a book, and at the vacation spot I want to do as many activities/immerse myself in the culture as possible. Might bring a kindle with a few ebooks on it if I get the urge to read before bed there, but other than that no reading until I'm back home!
I hear ya! I flew to Florida for a week and I brought three books, one being the Outlander, yes the huge flappy one. On the trip it got so damaged it hurts my soul, to the point I consider replacing it. But I feel like I won't be able to let it go lol. Oh the struggles. The other two were fine because I could not put Outlander down any second I got a chance to read. ❤️❤️😍❤️
I dont have any problem reading at the airport or in the plain (except when there's a constant noise ). But when I reach my destination I usually read. I always find time for reading obviously 💁. The thing gets better when I go to the beach, it's relaxing to read with the sound of the waves (altough I hate the combination of sand with books, if you know what I mean).
I can relate to this! I usually end up taking my Kindle with me because every time I travel, I damage a book. I always get the window seat so that I don't have to get up if someone needs to go and so that I can get vlog footage of the plane taking off.
For one - it made me really happy when you picked up Cinder, just as a prop. I'm a bit obsessed. Two: I travel a lot. I live on one side of America and go to college on the other. I can't remember a time I didn't like reading on planes. I find this funny because growing up I read all the time including in cars by the light of street lamps and now reading in moving vehicles makes me motion sick. But not planes. I am a physical copy kind of girl and so I'll bring about three books in my personal item, the one that goes under the chair and you still have access to. And as for reading during vacation, I feel no guilt.
Luckily I can read almost everywhere. No matter the situation. I just get completely absorbed in my book and ignore the people around me which is a good skill to have as an introvert. Sometimes I even read while walking, although I almost got run over by a car once so I started being more careful with that.. The only place I struggle with reading is on a plane, because I'm super afraid of flying, but even then it just takes me more time to get into the book. The struggle of choosing which books to take with me to read is so real though. Very relatable.
I just have to share my most ridiculous travel story after watching this video! I was on a flight from LA to NYC (which is a long flight!) and I was sitting in the aisle. I pulled out my book as soon as I boarded and started reading. There were two guys next to me who clearly were friends and then the guy in the middle seat asked me if I wanted to switch seats because he wanted to sleep and his friend wanted to talk to someone for the whole flight so I was like obviously no, I'm clearly reading and why would I ever move to a middle seat from an aisle? So I go back to my book. Then the guy is like what are you reading so I tell him and he asks me if I have an extra book so he can read too! I was like is this for real?! I was so shocked that I actually let him borrow an extra book because I didn't even know how to respond. It was so crazy!
actually i read during my travels.. i can zone out every sound around me when im reading so that's not a problem for me and i take my books out with me so whenever i have a chance i'd just open my book and read in another country which is pretty hot for me .. i read eat pray love when i was in Indonesia so i kind of lived the experience and i loved it thats why i take books that's been written or have something to do with the country im going to
I've never been on a plane so I'm not sure what it's like, but I do always read on the bus and generally manage to block out all of the noise and movement
I'm so glad I can listen to music while I read! Even music with lyrics doesn't bother me. So I just turn up the volume, ignore all the screaming babies around me and enjoy my book!
I don't carry any books from home with me, the main reason is because there are bookstores everywhere, I always end up bringing home at least one book. I pack those books in my suitcase, but there is usually another bookstore at the airport where I get my book for the plane. The bookstores at the airports usually have those smaller paperback editions so they're easier to carry around. Latest one I've got was The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen and it's 600 or more pages book, and it was superlight and supertiny, still fits in any bag I have! Speaking of taking notes, carry a tiny pencil, like the ones you get at the IKEA, and lightly underline the quote or write next to it, once you put it in your notebook, just erase it. If you're not really a fan of a pencil or if you are simply scared that you'll damage the book while trying to write in it, carry a pack of post-it papers and write on them and simply stick them in the book until you get to your notebook and write it down in better enviroment. I don't have problems with the noisy surrounding, but I'd advise you to carry ear plugs or even earphones so you can listen to music (I don't know if you have problems with multitasking - listening to music while reading a book). I hope this was helpful! I love your chanel a lot and merry Christmas!
Your plane ride experience is so much different than mine. Its always quiet unless there is a child and that's about it the flight attendants (idk) they come on at the beginning, when we can move around the cabin, and at the end.
I've been studying abroad in Greece for the last 4 months, and have probably only read 3 books (which is so, so bad for me). But I completely understand! It's so hard to sit down and read when there is literally ancient history all around you
This was funny. When I was younger I was JUST like this. I used to bring books traveling with me and have a hard time reading them. Eventually, I got good at reading at the airport and plane with all the commotion, but I NEVER got to the other books besides the first one. The reading kind of stopped once I landed in my destination and I learned from that. Its better to leave the books home and experience your new surroundings. You don't need to read every second that you have a moment. Observe the people around you, the atmosphere, just take a quiet moment for yourself when you are doing absolutely nothing, even if it is chaos all around you.
I grew up with 9 kids in the house plus me so I learned to block out noise when reading. Noise canceling headphones help when you can't block out noise.
Audiobooks all the way! I can't read other books while traveling due to travel sickness and audiobooks have the added bonus of drowning out noise. (Although maybe travel with someone else who can listen out for announcements!)
This is the most relatable video I've ever watched. Ever. Especially since I'm on vacation right now and I have a bedside table full of towers of books.......
I feel you, having traveled quite often. You forgot when you want to buy a book, but know that you won't have anough space in the lugage. Oh the trouble !!!!!
I HAVE to bring a lot of books while travling because even though I know I'll probably only crack open one or two of them, what I'm in the mood for at any given time is constantly changing! And, kindle is out because I have never ever been about to finish a book in ebook format. I just get too distacted and loose interest. *sigh* I feel ya, Jesse. The struggle is real.
I actually can zone out when in plane or bus and I won't notice anything. It helps sometimes that I listen to music while traveling. But even without music it is easy for me. One time my bus broke down and I was so into the book that I noticed it 5 minutes before replacement bus arrived. We had been on the side of the road for 40 minutes by then :D
When I am reading in a puplic place I usually also am listening to music to block out all the noises around me. With a little practice I got pretty good at not listening to the lyrics but focusing on the book.
I once went to a hillstation and you could only get there by the bus and I brought Lady Midnight with me (which I hadn't read yet) and God, the bus kept wobbling so much on the path that the words were constantly blurry and I couldn't read, it was frustrating and I seriously considered tell the bus driver to stop the bus so I could at least read a chapter or two.
ha! i've done a bit of traveling lately and can totally relate! you're not the only one! my rule of thumb is to not start a new book while traveling. read one that is an easy read that you're already sucked in to :)
I've only been on a plane twice and I can't remember the first time because I was like 5 but the last time was just last summer and I can still relate. I had to sit on the floor in a corner in the airport so I could charge my phone while reading, so we have children running around me, and on the plane there was this loud kid right behind me, turbulence on the way up, had to use the flip table to hold my book on, that and the seat was making me claustrophobic, and I was reading Deathly Hallows and that book is huge
I went to Ireland with my family and I had some problems. 1) We had to drive for 2 hours and I read the whole time and the moment we drive into the parking lot of the museum, I get to the most important and intense part and the next 3 hours I suffered and tried to be interested in planes. 2) This time we hade driven for half an hour and then I suddenly get very VERY sick. I tried to focus on the road after but my little siblings were talking so loud and I told them (trying to hold everything inside me, still inside me): "if you don't want to get thrown up on, i recommend you to shut up". Luckily my parents pulled over and I sat on a rock for 10 minutes and tried to not vomit all over everything. I hate vomiting, I'd do anything to avoid it. 3) Ireland has some damn good bookstores and I brought back 4 books which didn't fit in my suitcase so I had to put them in my brothers suitcase. But it was a fun trip overall.
hahahahha the sniffy sniffy bit - me 100%. I totally relate to your struggles, but I've been #BLESSED with the ability to block out noise and just read. I find going into new cafes and reading one of the most enjoyable things evarrrrr. x
I can relate so much. Every time I travel I bring at least 3 books and I don't even read a page. And the kids kicking your seat or babies crying in the airplane UGH!
I traveled to the UK for two weeks at the end of May last year and brought about 3-4 books with me. I don't know why I thought I would actually have time to sit and read at all. I mean there were days we traveled in a bus or on a train for hours and I could have read but basically the exact reasons you explained in the video I couldn't even think about trying to read. Somehow my friend managed to read two books though!
I initially started listening to audiobooks for a lot of these same problems so they're my goto on the plane. Then I have a minimum 2-3 books for my time at the destination even if it's only for a day or two. At the very least I'll read a page or two before I fall asleep after having my own adventure.
I tend to lison to audiobooks at school. And I end up isolating myself in a corner outside the lunch room, because everywhere else is WAY too loud.I feel your pain
I don’t read in the plane or the car when I travel because I watch movies on my phone, but last summer I went to Montreal and walked around and explored a lot, but I also had downtime to read. That’s how I read It in a week.
ha, traveling is one of the times ive got no problem reading. and thats either bus, train or plane. though it might have something to do with the fact that if i have my own music on i dont hear any sounds around me and i can tune my own songs out and just be completly focused on my book.
I only bring a couple of books. I have read in a hotel a couple of times, but I don't get much reading done either. When I travel, most of the time, I don't bother to bring anything because I know I won't have time.
For me audiobooks work great when travelling (or even using public transport), because you have your headphones in you generally don't hear all the annoying noises, you don't have the struggle of trying not to hit people with your elbows (or any other limited space struggles), and when you have to walk around a lot, you don't have to close the book and stop but you can keep reading (and pressing play or stop on your phone is way easier than taking the book out of your carry-on, flipping it open, finding your place and then putting in the bookmark and putting the book back in the carry-on). I do usually take physical books with me as well just in case I actually get the opportunity to read it without all the struggles, but sometimes I can't read it (I get carsick :/)
Yes, yes, yes! I've tried listening to audio books, especially since they don't cause motion sickness like kindles or physical books but I JUST CRAVE PHYSICAL BOOKS! It adds to the whole reading experience:) and I like owning the original copies I read the book for the first time with. It just makes my love for the book that much more sentimental! (And that story about the lady listening to 50 Shades out loud! 😂😳 I can't imagine. Haha!)
I love all these new videos!! I've been on a plane or let alone stepped foot into an airport so I don't know how I would go reading on a plane. However, I can't read while in the car or on the bus, it makes me feel sick and gives me headaches. I have tried listening to audiobooks but I can never seem to find one that is any good.
Same! But I walk with my book in hand so I can read in lines and stuff. On my last flight I had the screaming baby/toddler next to me. The mum ignored it so I just started reading out loud, but very quetly and thenkid stopped screaming! Yess✌
I listen to music while I am reading at the airport/airplane because I'm able to zone the music out pretty well and the music is zoning out the people. It usually works for me.
I travel a lot by bus and I find that if you bring a portable cd player and some cds, I can usually get some reading done. However, sometimes traveling will make me tired, because I've been very early and I wind up sleeping instead of reading .
during vacation and in public transport are lately the only place where I read a lot... it is where I do most of my reading... and it is mostly because I don't have any distractions at all from electronics (cause that keeps me away from reading actual books, cause I always read my fanfiction otherwise)... So I do indeed have mastered the skill of reading in public.. YES!!:P
Audiobooks with some noise cancelling headphones are the way to go on an airplane. I turn up the speed, so I don't get bored and then play candy crush or a coloring app or just close my eyes. And yeah, once I get to my destination I never read as much as I do at home.
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Biggest struggle of reading while traveling: I can't read in a car without getting carsick
True
Meredith Glenn I go back and forth. Sometimes I get sick, sometimes I don't.
Meredith Glenn same 💔💔💔😢
same here, got the same problem with buses
Meredith Glenn I user to have the same problem, but then I went on a really long trip with a really really suspenseful book, and I just read through the nausea until it went away for good.
Fifty Shades of Grey out loud in an airport.... I feel embarrassed for her, hahaha.
lo talk about the mile high club! but still ewww!
Charlie Book Fanatic I never thought people would be so bold XD. I mean, I only saw a woman flashing her 50shades copy before putting it back in her bag but, an out loud audio book XD a little too far there mate lol.
Charlie Book Fanatic I got second hand embarrassment only hearing about it. I can't imagine what I would have done if I was actually there.
Alexandra Moraru I would have probably laugh my ass off
I brought the entire harry potter and selection series with me to a one week vacation....
And people who wants to engage you in a conversation because a book and a pair of headphones obviously do not mean 'stay away'
😂😂😂😂😂
OMG THE AIRPORT STRUGGLE. I FEEL IT SO MUCH
Audiobooks are my go to when traveling. And noise canceling headphones with no music playing. Love it
That's what I was thinking. Smart.
Don't forget when you ears get plugged. THE WORST EVRRR. But I so get the part of when you bring a book but you're torn on reading or writing. My Sister and friends always say "Why do you bring books when you're not going to read them now?" THE COMFORT, THE COMFORT of knowing that your 400 page baby that almost cost $20 is with you! ha went a little dramatic
Who is this lady listening to Fifty Shades out loud, in public... around kids?? 😶 awkward reading situations
missemmareadsalot i think its helarious
I can imagine the nightmares
Here's my theorie:
She had headphones but they were just halfway in her phone/whatever
So that ist comes out loud and though the headphones but doesn't notice it
This actually happend to me in a bus (music, not shades of gray) and I didn't notice until I took one out of my ear. Well, this was awkward
The 'fifty shades of gray' audiobook. I'm actually shocked at hearing this. This can't have happened LOL.
damn jesse is uploading so much I love it
#vlogmas
jessethereader when are you going to read heroes of olympus and trials of apollo
I am able to read books when people are talking (for example I read during boring lectures. But reading why baby is crying is master level. Even earplugs don't help :
so true it's not even funny
"on the tips of your fingertips" love it
I L💜VE reading while traveling, I think it's super relaxing and always gets me excited to read
I have a hard time concentrating while reading in public also. What helps me is to listen to a movie soundtrack/instrumental music. It helps cover all the extra noise and allows me to focus on the book :)
I'm happy to say I've mastered the art of reading in a noisy place. People could scream right in my ear - if I'm concentrated on a book, I hear absolutely nothing and not a single thing can distract me.
Audio Books For The Win! Even dig them when I'm in the Dentist chair.
Hey Jesse! I travel a good bit, and also have struggled with annoying people and sounds around me. A few suggestions to help you feel productive reading, or to just be able to relax and read.
-If you want insure reading on the plane, bring either a book you are already engrossed in, or a trusty reread. For the engrossed book, if you can hold off until you get to the airport, you will be able to read and be productive throughout your journey since you will be desperate to finish. In regards to the reread, I have designated "travel books" that I take on every vacation with me. I have one for long car rides (The Wrath and The Dawn) and then one for airplanes (The Kiss of Deception). This book should be something you are comfortable with, and that you enjoy reading every time. This way it can help you get into the reading mood.
-Headphones are an absolute must. If you don't usually listen to music while reading it can take time to get used to (practice at home- it'll be worth it), but once you are able to have light background music to focus on it will take you away from the people annoying you. I usually use a trustworthy movie score(HP or Theory of Everything), and let the music match the emotions present in the book. Listen with only one headphone if you are worried about announcements.
-Finally, Be That Person. I know you have said that you are shy outside of your videos so this might be a little uncomfortable, but ask others to quiet down. Tell the lady she is listening to her book 50 Shades too loud. They might be a little bothered, but you will become a hero for others on the plane or in the area!
I hope these suggestions are helpful!
Advice: Take some instrumental music, take some headphones, and blast it and drown everything out.
"Uh hello I can use that money for books" ME 😂😂😂😂😂
I know this so well.
Loving all your uploads currently.
THE NERVE OF THAT WOMAN!!! Did she have headphones in her ears but not plugged into her phone?
I FEEL YOU MAN I FEEL YOU
waking up in the morning. On my birthday. And see Jesse uploaded a new video (Which was just AWESOMEEEEE)
What more could I ask for?
omg yeeeesss it's like universe doesn't allow me to even touch a book
I totally agree that traveling messes with my reading schedule. I usually don't read as much as I usually would. Sometimes though I'll buy books while traveling and end up finishing those on the trip because they're usually good books if I buy them. I also find it hard to focus on reading in an airport or on a plane.
For the noise thing in airports and airplanes, headphones, noise canceling headphones and lyricless music. For example Spotify reading playlist. Works like a charm
This is so relatable! Especially the last part - the comfort of having them^^
I love sniffing my book too. xD
2BPENNCIL I'm addicted to sniffing my books. Is that wrong?
SoHardToBeMe It maybe wierd but it is not wrong.
I know it's weird, but when you get a new one.....ahhhhh
No. Better
I brought Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire with me on a vacation to the beach and I left it on the balcony of our room. It got rained on. A lot.
Dan K. AWWW!
daniel that sucks
I have trouble focusing while reading on airplanes too. But I love those rare flights where I just get into a good zone and suddenly the flight's over and I made it halfway through a book.
Is this the closest thing to a jessethereader rant?
I related to this video so much and it is literally my favorite thing when the person next to me pulls out a book! I give them one swift look that just says YES
I'm an Irish dancer and a very dedicated reader. The problem is, being an Irish dancer requires traveling all over the country (and sometimes even out of it) for competitions. Because of that, this whole video is literally almost 25% of my whole life (50% is school and the last 25% is actually reading and dancing)
I will say I tend to read less while traveling but I read whenever I can. I love ebooks so I always have my entire library with me. I also try to pick something light and fun while traveling since focus isn't always the easiest thing with everything happening around you. There are certain books that I will see and remember my trip because I read them on a vacation. Those make me happy. I would also recommend audiobooks (I see many other commenters suggesting that) for when you can't concentrate with all the distractions around you. I usually end up playing a mindless game on my tablet while I listen. Keeps me focused. For the most part though, I travel to experience the world so it's okay for reading to take a back seat. I limit reading to poolside or bedtime. :)
I'm always listening to music when I'm traveling :D it helps alot with annoying situations! (it also helps that I'm reading books in english, not in my native tongue, which makes reading in trains way easier because I can just blend out my native tongue and don't get confused while reading!)
I have honestly just accepted that I won't read while travelling or on vacation. On the plane I'm too excited to get to the destination to focus on a book, and at the vacation spot I want to do as many activities/immerse myself in the culture as possible. Might bring a kindle with a few ebooks on it if I get the urge to read before bed there, but other than that no reading until I'm back home!
For me, I feel this way when it comes to drawing. I always bring a sketchbook and pencils and sharpeners when I travel but I end up never using them.
Sadly haven't gotten the chance to read on a plane but it is disturbing outside your bed
I love that you update so much often with such diverse and interesting videos Jesse! Keep up the good work.
I hear ya! I flew to Florida for a week and I brought three books, one being the Outlander, yes the huge flappy one. On the trip it got so damaged it hurts my soul, to the point I consider replacing it. But I feel like I won't be able to let it go lol. Oh the struggles. The other two were fine because I could not put Outlander down any second I got a chance to read. ❤️❤️😍❤️
I dont have any problem reading at the airport or in the plain (except when there's a constant noise ). But when I reach my destination I usually read. I always find time for reading obviously 💁. The thing gets better when I go to the beach, it's relaxing to read with the sound of the waves (altough I hate the combination of sand with books, if you know what I mean).
This was hilarious. I don't travel much but i can definitely relate to the noise factor
I can relate to this! I usually end up taking my Kindle with me because every time I travel, I damage a book. I always get the window seat so that I don't have to get up if someone needs to go and so that I can get vlog footage of the plane taking off.
So funny! 😁👍🏽 The 50 Shades Of Grey thing-Oh my days! 👀😅
For one - it made me really happy when you picked up Cinder, just as a prop. I'm a bit obsessed.
Two: I travel a lot. I live on one side of America and go to college on the other. I can't remember a time I didn't like reading on planes. I find this funny because growing up I read all the time including in cars by the light of street lamps and now reading in moving vehicles makes me motion sick. But not planes. I am a physical copy kind of girl and so I'll bring about three books in my personal item, the one that goes under the chair and you still have access to. And as for reading during vacation, I feel no guilt.
Luckily I can read almost everywhere. No matter the situation. I just get completely absorbed in my book and ignore the people around me which is a good skill to have as an introvert. Sometimes I even read while walking, although I almost got run over by a car once so I started being more careful with that..
The only place I struggle with reading is on a plane, because I'm super afraid of flying, but even then it just takes me more time to get into the book.
The struggle of choosing which books to take with me to read is so real though. Very relatable.
I just have to share my most ridiculous travel story after watching this video! I was on a flight from LA to NYC (which is a long flight!) and I was sitting in the aisle. I pulled out my book as soon as I boarded and started reading. There were two guys next to me who clearly were friends and then the guy in the middle seat asked me if I wanted to switch seats because he wanted to sleep and his friend wanted to talk to someone for the whole flight so I was like obviously no, I'm clearly reading and why would I ever move to a middle seat from an aisle? So I go back to my book. Then the guy is like what are you reading so I tell him and he asks me if I have an extra book so he can read too! I was like is this for real?! I was so shocked that I actually let him borrow an extra book because I didn't even know how to respond. It was so crazy!
actually i read during my travels..
i can zone out every sound around me when im reading so that's not a problem for me and i take my books out with me so whenever i have a chance i'd just open my book and read in another country which is pretty hot for me ..
i read eat pray love when i was in Indonesia so i kind of lived the experience and i loved it thats why i take books that's been written or have something to do with the country im going to
I've never been on a plane so I'm not sure what it's like, but I do always read on the bus and generally manage to block out all of the noise and movement
I feel your pain! My ideal vacation is me on the beach with books and drinks. It usually ends up being nothing at all like I imagine.
Your videos are the best! Thank you so much😄
I'm so glad I can listen to music while I read! Even music with lyrics doesn't bother me. So I just turn up the volume, ignore all the screaming babies around me and enjoy my book!
you should do a video on how you take notes while reading ! love you jesse 💕
I don't carry any books from home with me, the main reason is because there are bookstores everywhere, I always end up bringing home at least one book. I pack those books in my suitcase, but there is usually another bookstore at the airport where I get my book for the plane. The bookstores at the airports usually have those smaller paperback editions so they're easier to carry around. Latest one I've got was The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen and it's 600 or more pages book, and it was superlight and supertiny, still fits in any bag I have!
Speaking of taking notes, carry a tiny pencil, like the ones you get at the IKEA, and lightly underline the quote or write next to it, once you put it in your notebook, just erase it. If you're not really a fan of a pencil or if you are simply scared that you'll damage the book while trying to write in it, carry a pack of post-it papers and write on them and simply stick them in the book until you get to your notebook and write it down in better enviroment.
I don't have problems with the noisy surrounding, but I'd advise you to carry ear plugs or even earphones so you can listen to music (I don't know if you have problems with multitasking - listening to music while reading a book).
I hope this was helpful! I love your chanel a lot and merry Christmas!
Your plane ride experience is so much different than mine. Its always quiet unless there is a child and that's about it the flight attendants (idk) they come on at the beginning, when we can move around the cabin, and at the end.
I've been studying abroad in Greece for the last 4 months, and have probably only read 3 books (which is so, so bad for me). But I completely understand! It's so hard to sit down and read when there is literally ancient history all around you
My family are car travelers and i have mastered the art of doing homework and reading in the car, so traveling is usually my prime reading time
This was funny. When I was younger I was JUST like this. I used to bring books traveling with me and have a hard time reading them. Eventually, I got good at reading at the airport and plane with all the commotion, but I NEVER got to the other books besides the first one. The reading kind of stopped once I landed in my destination and I learned from that. Its better to leave the books home and experience your new surroundings. You don't need to read every second that you have a moment. Observe the people around you, the atmosphere, just take a quiet moment for yourself when you are doing absolutely nothing, even if it is chaos all around you.
I grew up with 9 kids in the house plus me so I learned to block out noise when reading. Noise canceling headphones help when you can't block out noise.
Audiobooks all the way! I can't read other books while traveling due to travel sickness and audiobooks have the added bonus of drowning out noise. (Although maybe travel with someone else who can listen out for announcements!)
I can relate to everything and finally somebody can understands how i feel about book
This is the most relatable video I've ever watched. Ever. Especially since I'm on vacation right now and I have a bedside table full of towers of books.......
I feel you, having traveled quite often. You forgot when you want to buy a book, but know that you won't have anough space in the lugage. Oh the trouble !!!!!
I HAVE to bring a lot of books while travling because even though I know I'll probably only crack open one or two of them, what I'm in the mood for at any given time is constantly changing! And, kindle is out because I have never ever been about to finish a book in ebook format. I just get too distacted and loose interest. *sigh* I feel ya, Jesse. The struggle is real.
I actually can zone out when in plane or bus and I won't notice anything. It helps sometimes that I listen to music while traveling. But even without music it is easy for me. One time my bus broke down and I was so into the book that I noticed it 5 minutes before replacement bus arrived. We had been on the side of the road for 40 minutes by then :D
Thanks for posting this Jesse. I can so relate.
I love these rants and talks!! Keep on!
When I am reading in a puplic place I usually also am listening to music to block out all the noises around me. With a little practice I got pretty good at not listening to the lyrics but focusing on the book.
I once went to a hillstation and you could only get there by the bus and I brought Lady Midnight with me (which I hadn't read yet) and God, the bus kept wobbling so much on the path that the words were constantly blurry and I couldn't read, it was frustrating and I seriously considered tell the bus driver to stop the bus so I could at least read a chapter or two.
ha! i've done a bit of traveling lately and can totally relate! you're not the only one! my rule of thumb is to not start a new book while traveling. read one that is an easy read that you're already sucked in to :)
I've only been on a plane twice and I can't remember the first time because I was like 5 but the last time was just last summer and I can still relate. I had to sit on the floor in a corner in the airport so I could charge my phone while reading, so we have children running around me, and on the plane there was this loud kid right behind me, turbulence on the way up, had to use the flip table to hold my book on, that and the seat was making me claustrophobic, and I was reading Deathly Hallows and that book is huge
A big ol sniffy sniff!! Hahahahaha ur too funny Jesse
That lady with "50 shades of grey" out loud is my spirit animal 😂😂😂
This is literally so relatable
THIS STRUGGLE IS SO REAL!!!!!
I have a suggestion! What I do, is I have sound canceling beats and I follow along with the book! It makes it much easier to zone out!
I went to Ireland with my family and I had some problems.
1) We had to drive for 2 hours and I read the whole time and the moment we drive into the parking lot of the museum, I get to the most important and intense part and the next 3 hours I suffered and tried to be interested in planes.
2) This time we hade driven for half an hour and then I suddenly get very VERY sick. I tried to focus on the road after but my little siblings were talking so loud and I told them (trying to hold everything inside me, still inside me): "if you don't want to get thrown up on, i recommend you to shut up". Luckily my parents pulled over and I sat on a rock for 10 minutes and tried to not vomit all over everything. I hate vomiting, I'd do anything to avoid it.
3) Ireland has some damn good bookstores and I brought back 4 books which didn't fit in my suitcase so I had to put them in my brothers suitcase.
But it was a fun trip overall.
hahahahha the sniffy sniffy bit - me 100%.
I totally relate to your struggles, but I've been #BLESSED with the ability to block out noise and just read. I find going into new cafes and reading one of the most enjoyable things evarrrrr.
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My husband recently went on a business trip and he read The girl on the Train in one sitting on the flight. He's mastered it!
I can relate so much. Every time I travel I bring at least 3 books and I don't even read a page. And the kids kicking your seat or babies crying in the airplane UGH!
I traveled to the UK for two weeks at the end of May last year and brought about 3-4 books with me. I don't know why I thought I would actually have time to sit and read at all. I mean there were days we traveled in a bus or on a train for hours and I could have read but basically the exact reasons you explained in the video I couldn't even think about trying to read. Somehow my friend managed to read two books though!
I initially started listening to audiobooks for a lot of these same problems so they're my goto on the plane. Then I have a minimum 2-3 books for my time at the destination even if it's only for a day or two. At the very least I'll read a page or two before I fall asleep after having my own adventure.
I tend to lison to audiobooks at school. And I end up isolating myself in a corner outside the lunch room, because everywhere else is WAY too loud.I feel your pain
This is my new favorite video of yours, I love it so much!
I don’t read in the plane or the car when I travel because I watch movies on my phone, but last summer I went to Montreal and walked around and explored a lot, but I also had downtime to read. That’s how I read It in a week.
ha, traveling is one of the times ive got no problem reading. and thats either bus, train or plane. though it might have something to do with the fact that if i have my own music on i dont hear any sounds around me and i can tune my own songs out and just be completly focused on my book.
I only bring a couple of books. I have read in a hotel a couple of times, but I don't get much reading done either. When I travel, most of the time, I don't bother to bring anything because I know I won't have time.
Headphones and listening to soundtracks - my way to focus on reading in public with noise!
For me audiobooks work great when travelling (or even using public transport), because you have your headphones in you generally don't hear all the annoying noises, you don't have the struggle of trying not to hit people with your elbows (or any other limited space struggles), and when you have to walk around a lot, you don't have to close the book and stop but you can keep reading (and pressing play or stop on your phone is way easier than taking the book out of your carry-on, flipping it open, finding your place and then putting in the bookmark and putting the book back in the carry-on). I do usually take physical books with me as well just in case I actually get the opportunity to read it without all the struggles, but sometimes I can't read it (I get carsick :/)
Yes, yes, yes! I've tried listening to audio books, especially since they don't cause motion sickness like kindles or physical books but I JUST CRAVE PHYSICAL BOOKS! It adds to the whole reading experience:) and I like owning the original copies I read the book for the first time with. It just makes my love for the book that much more sentimental! (And that story about the lady listening to 50 Shades out loud! 😂😳 I can't imagine. Haha!)
I so relate to this. Love your videos!
I love all these new videos!! I've been on a plane or let alone stepped foot into an airport so I don't know how I would go reading on a plane. However, I can't read while in the car or on the bus, it makes me feel sick and gives me headaches. I have tried listening to audiobooks but I can never seem to find one that is any good.
Same! But I walk with my book in hand so I can read in lines and stuff. On my last flight I had the screaming baby/toddler next to me. The mum ignored it so I just started reading out loud, but very quetly and thenkid stopped screaming! Yess✌
I listen to music while I am reading at the airport/airplane because I'm able to zone the music out pretty well and the music is zoning out the people. It usually works for me.
JESSE YOU SHOULD DO MORE RANT VIDEOS also this video is so relatable
I travel a lot by bus and I find that if you bring a portable cd player and some cds, I can usually get some reading done. However, sometimes traveling will make me tired, because I've been very early and I wind up sleeping instead of reading .
during vacation and in public transport are lately the only place where I read a lot... it is where I do most of my reading... and it is mostly because I don't have any distractions at all from electronics (cause that keeps me away from reading actual books, cause I always read my fanfiction otherwise)... So I do indeed have mastered the skill of reading in public.. YES!!:P
This video is so true.
last time I was early, MCR were still a band
Audiobooks with some noise cancelling headphones are the way to go on an airplane. I turn up the speed, so I don't get bored and then play candy crush or a coloring app or just close my eyes. And yeah, once I get to my destination I never read as much as I do at home.