If one desires to grow as a person, there are few things to encourage growth than reading books. Reading is a leisure activity that exercises the mind and expands one's knowledge.

Four reasons to read books:

• Expand knowledge, especially in specific topics. If one wants to cook, they read books about cooking. If one needs to learn history, read about history.
• Learning about other worlds and cultures. The best way to learn about what exists beyond ones boundaries is reading books. Not every one of us can afford to travel to other places. But, reading books about those places will get you there in a much quicker and cheaper manner.
• Become smarter and more open-minded. It's simple. If one reads, one will have more information than if one does not. They tend to have an open mind and are more aware of their surroundings.
• Improve self-awareness and build self-esteem. By reading books, one communicate better. One becomes more informed on various issues of life. This translates into improved self-awareness and a higher self-esteem. With confidence in oneself, one becomes more productive and a better person.

Made From RI has various Rhode Island based books that give ideas for dining and hiking. There are books about daring rescues and the villages of Rhode Island. If sailing is object of desire, the wizard of the topic is available at Made From RI. 

See Made From RI's Book selection here: https://madefromri.com/categories/books.html