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I recently read a book that completely challenged the way I read. While I usually read books at a steady pace and move right to the next one, MOTHERS AND SONS by Adam Haslett stopped me in my tracks and prompted a slower reading experience…something I didn’t realize I needed more of.
Come listen as I talk about the three ways we can read more slowly, the research behind why it matters and the small, yet powerful, ways that you can get started.
You’ll find the show notes for the episode with links to all of the books and resources mentioned right here: https://www.alitlife.com/2025/05/13/the-art-of-slow-reading-why-savoring-stories-matters/https://www.alitlife.com/2025/05/13/the-art-of-slow-reading-why-savoring-stories-matters/
Love this podcast and want more? Consider this your invitation to join my Get Lit(erate) Substack community! Each month, we take a deep dive into one bookish theme and work to bring it to life in our own lives. You’ll get bonus episodes, book calendars, live book club and notebook sessions, special events and much more. Learn more at www.getliterate.co.
Get your own Get Lit(erate). notebook to take notes on the books you want to read and notebook ideas you want to try: https://amzn.to/44wELKN
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By Stephanie Affinito, Ph. D.5
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I recently read a book that completely challenged the way I read. While I usually read books at a steady pace and move right to the next one, MOTHERS AND SONS by Adam Haslett stopped me in my tracks and prompted a slower reading experience…something I didn’t realize I needed more of.
Come listen as I talk about the three ways we can read more slowly, the research behind why it matters and the small, yet powerful, ways that you can get started.
You’ll find the show notes for the episode with links to all of the books and resources mentioned right here: https://www.alitlife.com/2025/05/13/the-art-of-slow-reading-why-savoring-stories-matters/https://www.alitlife.com/2025/05/13/the-art-of-slow-reading-why-savoring-stories-matters/
Love this podcast and want more? Consider this your invitation to join my Get Lit(erate) Substack community! Each month, we take a deep dive into one bookish theme and work to bring it to life in our own lives. You’ll get bonus episodes, book calendars, live book club and notebook sessions, special events and much more. Learn more at www.getliterate.co.
Get your own Get Lit(erate). notebook to take notes on the books you want to read and notebook ideas you want to try: https://amzn.to/44wELKN
If you’d like to support the podcast, consider purchasing some Get Lit(erate). merchandise from my Zazzle store: https://www.zazzle.com/store/alitlife
All earnings are funneled right back into the podcast expenses and maintenance fees. Thanks for your support!
Follow Stephanie:
Website: http://www.alitlife.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AffinitoLit
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/AffinitoLit
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/AffinitoLit

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