Restorative Reading and Writing for Wellness

Today, I’m talking about something I don’t do well in my reading life, but I want to: adding annotation and marginalia to the books I read.

I’m quite comfortable with my sticky note and book dart practices, but something is calling me to explore more methods to leave tracks of my thinking in the books I read. 

Come listen as I explore the how and why behind annotation, marginalia and what I like to call ‘bookish notes to self’. We’ll discuss why it matters and I’ll offer 5 ways you could bring the practice to your own reading life…which means you’re more able to make changes in your actual life, too. 

What do YOU think about annotation, marginalia and bookish notes to self? I’d love to hear more about your practices in the comments so I can give them a try, too!

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/2024/10/22/annotation-marginalia-bookish-notes-to-self/

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Today, I’m bringing three favorite aspects of my world together: reading, writing and yoga.

First, I’ll explore the wellness benefits of reading, writing and yoga separately and then together. Next, I’ll share three ways that we can layer reading, writing and yoga together for maximum benefit. Finally, I’ll share a book from my own TBR list that I’ll be reading and writing about….while in a yoga pose. Really. =)

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/2024/10/15/layering-reading-writing-and-yoga/ 

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Reading books can change our lives. 

From the physical, cognitive and mental benefits that come with sustained reading to the ways that reading can spark new ideas and actions in our lives, a single book could change everything. 

Today, I’m sharing 10 ways that we can take inspired action from the books we read to lift the lessons off of the page and into our actual life. From connecting with a friend to trying a new recipe, I’ve got an idea for everyone. 

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/2024/10/08/ten-ways-to-take-inspired-action-from-books/ 

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If you’re listening to this episode of Get Lit(erate). on the day this episode is released, there are only about 90 days left in 2024. What?!

Today, I’m diving into an intentional notebooking activity to help you end the year strong. It’s called a 5 x4 Routine Map and it helps you plan for ANY season of life in an intentional way.

Listen as I talk about the idea behind the #last90days movement, invite you to create a 5 x 4 routine map in your notebook to end the year strong and even share a couple of novels that will inspire you to get planning. 

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/2024/10/01/a-5-x-4-routine-map-for-your-notebook/

Love this podcast and want more? Consider this your invitation to join my Get Lit(erate) Patreon 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. 

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Today, I’m chatting about Banned Books Week, which happens to be NOW if you are listening to this in real time. 

Come listen as I explore the statistics on book banning, step onto my own soapbox and talk about why you NEED banned books in your reading life. I’ll also share some of the most frequently-banned titles and ways that you can get involved, too. 

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/2024/09/24/why-you-must-read-banned-books/

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If you’re listening to this podcast, then you love stories. You love reading them, living them and telling them. And guess what?

We all have one. 

Today’s guest is here to explore how we can uncover, share and appreciate our wonderfully unique stories. In fact, his new book (which includes space to write!) is called 10 Little Rules for Sharing Your Story. 

Come listen as Frank Winters and I talk about the power of stories, the ways we might tell our own and the rules that will help you do just that. Be sure to listen to the end. Together, we offer a little AND big challenge that you might want to go for.

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/2024/09/17/10-little-rules-for-sharing-your-story-with-frank-winters/ 

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Today, I’m inviting you to create a book relay team for yourself: a group of readers who pledge to read and share books together, literally passing books to each other over a set period of time. 

Book relays help us keep our reading habit high, introduce us to new books and strengthen our community of readers. Plus, it’s PERFECT for this time of the year.

Come listen as I share exactly what a book relay is and why you need one, how to get one started and what you might read, too. 

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/2024/09/10/how-to-start-a-book-relay/

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Do you have a stack of notebooks around your house that you haven’t yet cracked open or only wrote a single page in?

This episode is for you!

Today, I’m sharing 20 different notebook ideas to start filling the notebooks you currently have (and maybe buy a new one, too!) with a topic that works for YOU. Listen as I share ideas like morning page notebooks, passion project notebooks, unsent letter notebooks and much more!

After you listen, I’d love to know what you think. Share YOUR notebook ideas in the comments!

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/2024/09/03/twenty-ideas-for-your-empty-notebooks/

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Do you have a busy bookshelf?

You know, the bookshelves with double rows or books and books piled sideways on top of those books?!

Me too.

On this episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, I’m sharing the process I use (guided by Marie Kondo) to minimize my bookshelves without hurting my reading heart.

Come listen!

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/2024/08/27/tackling-your-busy-bookshelves/

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On this episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, we’re talking about my favorite thing to do while reading: lift lines off of the page and into my heart (and notebook!).

We’ll explore why lifting our favorite lines from the books we read is so important, how you might choose to collect your own and what some of my favorites are. We’ll even explore how to mine your own collection of quotes to inspire a morning writing practice, too. 

Grab your notebook and come listen!

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/2024/08/20/lifting-lines-from-literature/

Love this podcast and want more? Consider this your invitation to join my Get Lit(erate) Patreon 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. 

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