251: The Power of Reading & How to Read More with Alex Wieckowski

251: The Power of Reading & How to Read More with Alex Wieckowski

Author: Aileen Xu April 7, 2024 Duration: 48:13
Reading books is not only a source of knowledge and entertainment but also a way to enhance creativity and reduce stress. If you're seeking inspiration to read more, you've come to the right place! In this episode, we'll explore effective strategies and motivations to incorporate more reading into your life.

Alex Wieckowski is a book reviewer, writer and podcaster who’s all about helping people read more, sharing key lessons & reviews. He’s the creator of Alex & Books and the author of Learn To Love Reading.

SPONSORS

•  Honeylove | Get 20% off at honeylove.com/TLL
•  Lolavie | Get 15% off with code: TLL at lolavie.com

TIMESTAMPS

1:05 Alex’s background and story
4:22 Can you get tired of reading?
4:58 The number of books Alex has read 
5:54 How reading can change your life
11:07 Alex’s reading routine
13:30 How to remember what you read
14:11 Lessons learned from books
24:56 Researching the books
28:52 Small talk tips to elevate conversation
31:02 Keeping track of the books you read
32:54 Book recommendations
39:54 About Alex’s book
40:55 Suggested technique for reading
44:30 What is Alex excited about in the future
 

FOLLOW ALEX

Twitter
Newsletter
Course

🎙️Complete show notes for this episode here

📹The video version of this interview is available on YouTube: Episode 251

SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAVENDAIRE LIFESTYLE PODCAST

LAVENDAIRE


Aileen Xu hosts The Lavendaire Lifestyle, a space designed for those looking to weave more intention into the fabric of their daily lives. This podcast explores the interconnected nature of personal growth, where improving your physical fitness directly influences your mental clarity, and spiritual curiosity enriches your approach to education and self-improvement. Episodes delve into practical routines for health alongside deeper conversations about purpose and inner peace, drawing from a variety of philosophies and traditions without being anchored to any single path. You’ll hear honest reflections on building a life that feels both productive and meaningful, where caring for your mind and body is part of a holistic journey. The Lavendaire Lifestyle serves as a companion for redefining success on your own terms, offering thoughtful perspectives that encourage action beyond just passive listening. It’s for anyone who believes that a well-lived life incorporates care for every aspect of the self, fostering a sense of balance and authentic growth through its diverse topics.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

The Lavendaire Lifestyle
Podcast Episodes
If You’re Feeling Anxious About the World… Watch This [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:03
💫 Try Resonance—my app for daily meditations, affirmations & inner transformation. ✧ Try it free → https://resonance.lavendaire.com?utm_source=podcast (Enjoy 50% off your first month with code: SPARK50)If you’ve been fee…
Future Self Meditation 💫 Visualize & Embody Your Ideal Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:22
✨ If this resonated with you, continue your practice in Resonance—my app for daily meditations, affirmations & inner transformation. ✧ Try it free → https://resonance.lavendaire.com?utm_source=podcast This guided Future…
297: The 5 Steps to Manifest Anything with Emma Mumford [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:15
What if everything you thought you knew about manifestation was only half the story? Ask, Believe, Receive works—but Emma discovered there are three essential steps that bridge the gap between practice and embodiment. In…