When a week is full, an ambitious reading target can turn a pleasure into another obligation. Start by noticing the small spaces that already exist: a few minutes before sleep, a lunch break, or a quiet stretch on public transport. A realistic routine grows from these moments instead of demanding a new schedule.
Keep the book you are reading easy to reach. A paper book by your chair, an ebook on your device, or an audiobook downloaded before a trip can remove the tiny barriers that interrupt a habit. You might also choose a book that works in short sessions, such as essays, linked stories, or chapters with natural stopping points.
Make your goal deliberately modest. Five pages or ten minutes is enough to create a repeatable cue. If you read longer, that is a bonus, not the standard you must meet tomorrow. A missed day does not erase the habit; simply begin again at the next convenient moment.
At the end of the week, ask what helped and what got in the way. Perhaps mornings suit you better than evenings, or perhaps a different format would travel more easily. Adjust the plan without blame. The purpose is not to maximize a number, but to make space for books in a way that feels sustainable.