” A PLACE WHERE I BELONG”
Beyond promoting joy reading, Baca Bareng Jakarta addresses the issue of reading in open areas.  ,
Hestia stated,” I want to make a place for those who might think judged for their guide decisions or hesitant to join book clubs where effective participation is required.
A welcoming park management also offered to pause the lawn maintenance to avoid obstructing attendees at Baca Bareng Jakarta sessions since January.  ,
During a meeting next month that CNA attended, other playground visitors were also seen adhering to the park’s no-smoking rule.
Individuals claimed that reading surroundings is a unique experience that frees them from the distractions that come with house.  ,
” As Jakarta people, most of us do our reading inside, whether at home or in houses. That can get boring”, said Eka, who is from Kalibata in South Jakarta.  ,
In a garden like this, the atmosphere is much warmer and more energizing.
Seeing people engrossed in reading is push motivation. ” If everyone else is reading, I have to learn too”, added Eka.
First-time student Tere, who was reading the movie The Only One Left by Riley Sager, said the occasion helped her to keep focused.  ,
” I often get distracted by my phone. But these, I managed to read five sites without checking my messages at all”, she said with pleasure.  ,
Tere said she is extroverted and enjoyed being surrounded by people while reading, despite the fact that introverted book clubs have been called “happy hour” for introvert.  ,
” I enjoy reading textbooks, but I also enjoy being in lively social settings. That’s why I’m excited about activities like this”, she said.
The element of discovery is appealing to Annisa, a Bekasi visitor who was reading Carmine Gallo’s Speak Like TED, a guide to pubic speaking.
” Sometimes I catch myself glancing at what others are reading”, she said. The passive browsing session “helps me finish my books while also giving me a taste of fresh books I might not have otherwise taken into consideration.”
She described her experience with the Baca Bareng Jakarta group as” I feel like I suddenly have a spot where I belong and I have made a lot of new friends.”