I like to read aloud, alone.
I have ADHD and I think it started because it helped me. Because sometimes when I read in my head I’ll think about something totally unrelated and then I have to reread the pages I read. However I asked some friends if they read aloud and they seemed to think that was insane. Now I’m also thinking this is likely insane. But I really enjoy it. Sometimes I even choose to read at home over a coffee shop so that I can read aloud.
Am I the only person who likes to read aloud by themselves?
It’s something I used to do, though I’m not sure when I started to do it or why. Interestingly, I broke the habit because I felt that doing so was reducing how much I actually retained by comparison to when I would read in silence.
Granted, I suppose it depends on your definition of “read aloud.” As I was sharing a space with people at the time, I’d have to whisper the words to myself than fully speak them out. But I don’t think there’s anything “insane” about it, either way. It’s good practice for when you find yourself actually having to read aloud.