A well-written book can transport you to another time and space. Sometimes, a story is so captivating, you can completely relate to the story’s characters. This helps to build your level of empathy, especially if you get in the habit of reading books on a regular basis.

And, of course, if you read non-fiction books, you’re likely to learn a tremendous amount of information. Don’t have time to read? Check out audiobooks instead. You can listen when you’re driving in a car or sitting through a long commute.