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Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness

Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness

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. Personal Development Personal Success
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  • E208: Writing Our Way Through the Holidays: Seven Invitations
    Dec 9 2025

    On this episode of Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness, I’m exploring how restorative writing can help us write our way to, through and beyond the holiday season.

    Come listen as I share why restorative writing can support you through the holidays with less stress and more joy and provide seven different ways for you to show up on the page based on what your particular holiday season looks and feels like. Remember, the page has your back. =)

    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/2025/12/09/writing-our-way-through-the-holidays-seven-invitations/

    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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    23 mins
  • E207: How the Four Tendencies Can Grow Your Reading Habit
    Dec 2 2025

    On this episode of Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness, I’m diving into my favorite personality framework as a tool to help you build and grow your reading life: the Four Tendencies Framework created by Gretchen Rubin.

    Come listen as I share why right now is the perfect time of year to dive into this work, provide a quick overview of the Four Tendencies Framework and list ways you can boost your reading habits based on your particular tendency. I promise you, this episode could be a game-changer for your reading life.

    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/2025/12/02/how-the-four-tendencies-can-grow-your-reading-habit/

    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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    28 mins
  • E206: Holiday Gifts for Restorative Reading & Writing
    Nov 25 2025

    On this episode of Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness, I’m sharing my current favorite gifts to help others grow a restorative reading and writing practice….and my own, too. =)

    Come listen as I open with a quick reminder of the elements essential to a restorative practice and link each to a host of gifts you could share this holiday season. Think handmade gifts of time, unexpected notebook delights, aromatherapy that brings the holiday spirit and much, much more.

    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/2025/11/25/holiday-gifts-for-restorative-reading-writing/

    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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    29 mins
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