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Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness

Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness

Written by: Stephanie Affinito Ph. D.
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I'm a a book-loving, notebook-hoarding reader and writer on a mission to change lives one book and one notebook at a time. On this podcast, we explore the power of restorative reading and writing to make life better. From book-themed episodes to coaching sessions and author conversations, we explore how to grow a restorative reading and writing practice as a tool for personal development, creativity and wellness. This podcast is for you if you believe a life well-read and well-written is a life well-lived.Stephanie Affinito, Ph. D. Self-Help Success
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  • E215: Get Rid of Journaling Decision Fatigue with This Tool
    Jan 29 2026

    On this episode of Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness, I’m revealing a new category in my restorative writing framework and I’m offering a simple, yet powerful, tool for deciding exactly which kind of journaling you need next.

    Come listen as I talk about the reason why I created the restorative writing framework and decision three, the two questions you need to ask yourself to get started and the eight different writing prompts you can choose from to find exactly the one you need next.

    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/2026/01/27/get-rid-of-journaling-decision-fatigue-with-this-tool/⁠

    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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    34 mins
  • E214: Here’s EXACTLY What Your Reading Life Needs Next
    Jan 20 2026

    On this episode of Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness, I’m walking you through a simple self-reflection tool to find out EXACTLY what your reading life needs next and the simple strategies to get there.

    Come listen as I talk about the quick and easy assessment tool to help you decide exactly what your reading life needs and offer nine recommendations to help you get there. We’ll go deep into your reading habits, explore what your reading heart is after and decide if you need to broaden your reading community, 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/2026/01/20/heres-exactly-what-your-reading-life-needs-next/

    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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    30 mins
  • E212: Winterize Your Reading & Writing Life for Wellness
    Jan 13 2026

    On this episode of Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness, I’m sharing three ways you can winterize your reading and writing life for wellness.

    Come listen as I talk about why reading and writing look a bit different in winter than in any other season, three ways you can make your reading and writing life warmer, cozier and more wintery and the science behind why all of this matters anyway.

    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/2026/01/13/winterize-your-reading-writing-life-for-wellness/

    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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    18 mins
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