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Mind-body research shows many physical symptoms, such as chronic pain, are often the result of a dysregulated nervous system, and that journaling tools, such as expressive writing, can help lessen that dysregulation and support healing.

I'd love for you to join me IN PERSON at the amazing Wiawaka House to explore these ideas together! We'll meet on July 24th from 10am - 12pm.

In this session, we'll explore research and start a healing journey of writing together. This session is for anyone struggling with a chronic condition who would like to explore writing as a way to support wellness.

Join me! Message me for the link!

Join me for a full-day restorative reading retreat

Join me for a full-day restorative reading retreat in beautiful upstate New York on July 10th from 9am - 7pm at the Wiawaka House on Lake George!

This isn't your average reading retreat. It's a RESTORATIVE reading a retreat where we take care of your reading habits, hearts and communities so your reading life doesn't only feel better at the end of the day, your actual life does, too.

Here's how it works:

Before the retreat, you’ll complete a quick survey sharing your reading preferences and goals. I'll work my bookish magic and choose the perfect book for you to sink into during the retreat.

The day will be spent in luxurious stretches of reading alternating with spaces for connection, discussion and of course, bookish fun. There's even an adult 'book fair' where you can browse books from the local independent book store: The Book Cabin of Lake George!

We’ll share two meals together and end with celebrations from the day and ways to connect beyond the retreat.

Join us! Message me for the link!

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On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Jerry Spinelli about his newest middle grade novel: FIFTH GRADE TOP DOGS.

This book is part of his RUN THE SCHOOL series and follows George (aka Suds) as he figures out if he has what it takes to be a top dog at his school. This book might have fifth grade in the title, but it’s truly a book for every reader on the precipice of change, trying to figure out what comes next.

Come listen as we talk about the title-first way the original book in the series was born, a departure from how Jerry usually works, the one word in his philosophy of writing for children that changes everything and his goal to write a good story where meaning, message and guidance come along for the ride. This was truly a pinch-me moment to have such a thoughtful conversation with an author I admire.

https://open.substack.com/pub/kidlitlove/p/e229-finding-your-way-fifth-grade?r=azy11&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

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Today’s episode on Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness is about giving ourselves permission to read and write slowly this summer. Here’s what you’ll find once you press play:

*Why slow reading and writing are restorative practices.
*Permission to finish fewer books and write fewer pages.
*What slow writing and writing could look like.
*A simple summer reading and writing ritual you can begin today.
*A list of summer permissions you may not realize you need.

If you’ve been craving a slower, softer season, this episode is for you!

https://alitlife.substack.com/p/d0fdb19c-0b17-4e36-97ee-31a21e0aa266

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Books make Mondays better! This week, I'm reading

Books make Mondays better!

This week, I'm reading:

CHANGE YOUR STORY, CHANGE YOUR LIFE by Carl Greer

It may be over ten years old, but the wisdom inside is timeless. Here's the essence of the book so far:

We all have a story, but what we often don't realize is that we are the storytellers, and we can rewrite the story at any time to make it more satisfying.

Notebooks out, everyone!

What books are making your Monday better?

#BooksMakeMondaysBetter
#IMWAYR
#ALitLife

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