In a sense, biases make things more interesting. They allow different ideals, opinions, and create heated debates. Even with this being the case, I found it incredibly difficult to think of a topic to write about. The only thing I could think to write about, and feel comfortable writing about is my bias towards electronic books. I don't blame anyone who thinks this is a ridiculous bias because I agree. I have tried to look past my bias, and accept the fact that you can now read an entire book or newspaper on something like the Kindle or the Ipad. I can't help it if this sounds humorous, but I'm a huge believer in traditional paper books, and paper newspapers.
I have always been an avid reader. However on top of that, I was the reader that saved all of the books I read on the bookshelf in my room. In my opinion my bias is based on tradition and sentimental tendencies. I like holding legitimate books, and going to legitimate libraries to buy those books. When I see someone like my father read the paper on his Ipad, I know my excuse for my bias can’t be a generational gap. All people of all ages have adapted to this technology. As I consider how and why people like my father have adapted to it and I haven't, I realize that one of the biggest factors playing a role is convenience. Convenience however, doesn’t affect me. The part of my bias that confuses me is why I can’t seem to let go of my past traditions. This thought could stem from my dislike in change, or growing up. Regardless, I can’t seem to let go of this bias, even as technology becomes more advanced.
I plan on continuing to read paper books and newspapers for as long as I can. I personally feel like I get more of a true reading experience out of paper products. I think the way I read books when I was younger, and the traditions I had with them have shaped my bias, and I don’t think I can do anything to change that.
