On today’s episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, I’m talking with Wendy Dale about the power of capturing our stories in a private or published memoir.

Come listen as we talk about why we all should consider writing our memoir, the difference between an autobiography and a memoir that will set you free, the two narrators every memoir must have and why that’s conducive to healing and much, much more.

As we talk, you’ll hear me processing in real time, excited and in awe over how Wendy systematically opened new possibilities for all of us. I stumbled over my words a few times and that ‘s ok because I was swallowing some truth bombs that made me rethink everything.

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/2025/07/15/the-healing-power-of-memoir-with-wendy-dale/

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On this episode of the Get Lit(erate). podcast, I’m flipping the script on mood reading and inviting you to read into seasonal reading energy instead: both the season of the calendar and the season of life you are in.

Come listen as I define what mood reading is, share why I think seasonal reading energy is even more powerful and offer three simple steps to get started right away.

Plus, I offer something special at the end, so be sure to listen all the way through. =)

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/2025/07/08/move-over-mood-reading-read-for-seasonal-energy-instead/

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.

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On this episode of the Get Lit(erate). Podcast, I’m exploring the science behind why reading and writing can help us feel better and change our life. From the impact reading and writing has on our physical body to the ways it can boost our mental health, reading and writing just might be the underdog in the wellness space that you’ve been looking for.

Come listen as I share 5 ways that reading and writing can heal and help make life better:

1. Activate your parasympathetic nervous system

2. Boost your brain power

3. Support sleep habits

4. Regulate and improve emotions

5. Boost specific health markers

Think of this episode as the permission slip you’ve been waiting for to dedicate more of your time to reading and writing no matter the season of life or the season of the calendar we are in.

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/2025/07/01/five-things-to-know-about-the-healing-power-of-words/

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!

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