Life and a Bookshelf Podcast

Sitting in the space between what was and what’s next — and what I’m noticing in this slower, in-between season of life.

After a long pause, I’m sitting back down at the mic to talk about change, starting again, and what this season of becoming looks like for me right now.

We like big goals and we cannot lie...What's a girl to do when that big goal can't be forgotten or put to the side any longer? We get our big girl pants on and we nut it out!Today we're talking actually getting the goal on paper (+ why that's #1!), to share or not to share + a different approach to traditional goal setting that might feel more aligned for you.If you enjoyed this episode - share the love! Hit that "follow" button, take a screenshot + share on your socials. Make sure to tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast. Much love!Connect on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

There is something super powerful about deciding + declaring what you want more of - and what you want to kick to the curb! More than just a trendy 'new year' thing to do, it's really eye-opening - and we're talking what's definitely IN + what's OUT for 2025. Would love to hear your ins + outs LMK! If you enjoyed this episode - pass it along! Hit that "follow" button, take a screenshot + share on your socials. Make sure to tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast. Much love! Connect on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

Let's reflect on last year + some BIG life lessons learnt! We're talking about things you've never done before...things that scare you outta ya pants...things that take you way out of that comfy comfort zone! I'm sharing a few - what scary sh!t are you going after this year?? LMK! If you enjoyed this episode - share the love! Hit that "follow" button, take a screenshot + share on your socials. Make sure to tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast. Talk soon x Connect on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

You know the old saying...but is it keeping you stuck when you're trying to make some positive changes at the beginning of a fresh new year? And what can we do instead? Let's chat! Welcome back to our little 'new' year pod mini-series (and yep I know it's now Feb...lol) If you enjoyed this episode - pass it along! Hit that "follow" button, take a screenshot + share on your socials. Make sure to tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast. Catch you soon! Connect on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

Welcome to our little mini-series for the 'new' year! (and yep I know it's now Feb...lol) Do you like choosing a word of the year? A theme? Good ol' NY resolutions? Sharing why I now choose a word vs resolutions, reflecting on last years' word, what it is for 2025 - and how a word can be a guiding light in your year ahead. If you enjoyed this episode - pass it along! Hit that "follow" button, take a screenshot + share on your socials. Make sure to tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast. Til next time! Connect on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

Feeling the pressure cooker building? Expectations sky-high atm? Are you thinking of the "should haves" right now? This one is for you my friend! Sharing a couple of super simple and practical ways to help tackle that mental load and have a mini reset for you. If you enjoyed this episode - pass it along! Hit that "follow" button, take a screenshot of the ep + share on your Stories. Make sure to tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast. Catch you soon! Connect on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

Start on a Friday? Start in December? Start... What could you start or take action on in just 5 minutes today? Welcome back to Season 2! Let’s reflect a tad waaay back to the beginning of 2024 - what big goals did you have for yoself that still light you up and make you excited/ scared but giddy? If you enjoyed this episode - pass it along! Hit that "Follow" button, take a screenshot of the ep + share it on your stories. Make sure to tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast. Talk soon! Connect on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

Super mega-high expectations for yourself? Check. Getting stuff done, and starting on that big goal of yours…Uhhh…Today I've got 5 simple hacks for you to start overcoming perfectionism and get into ACTION, baby! If you enjoyed this episode - pass it along! Hit that “Follow” button, take a screenshot of the ep and share it on your IG or FB stories! Tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast (that’s where you can DM me also!) Talk soon! X Connect on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

Trusting an unknown path can be bloody scary sometimes. Learning to navigate and trust a new creative path can be a rollercoaster! Got some interesting life updates for you today too! Enjoy x Connect on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

Ahh that not-so-lovely inner voice that chirps up when you’re already feeling crapola - your inner “Mean Girl.” Got a few tips and tricks for you today if yours is kicking your booty atm. With being well and truly past the new year and well into 2024, let’s nip that Mean Girl in the bud and keep on working on those big goals you have for yourself! Make sure to hit the “Follow” button if you’re enjoying the podcast! Much love x Connect on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

Sharing the messy middle of writing (so far!). Far out some serious ISH is coming up through this book writing process! Plus I have a couple of wicked tips that can help in a big way if you’re feeling ‘stuck’ - whatever big goal you’re working on right now. Enjoy! Let me know your current goal/s - I’ll be your #1 cheerleader! DM over at https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast . Find out more about the (ahmazing) book writing course here on my Fave Things page (under Excellent Online Courses & Resources) - https://www.becmills.podia.com/becsfaves Connect on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

Being happy and ‘finding’ happiness looks so different for us all. Sharing a mini book review today by an incredibly inspiring lady! Let me know your thoughts - DM me over on Insta https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast 💜 Thanks for being here! X Find out more - https://www.becmills.podia.com

Hacks for ‘resetting’ your home (kids stuff especially) on the school holidays, ready to take on the new year, back-to-school and just life! I hope you enjoy this episode - if any tips inspired or helped you out, pay it forward to a friend! Take a screenshot while listening & post to your FB or IG stories and tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast ! X

This was an eye-opener, with just the right amount of suspense! A mini book review on the first fiction book I’ve read in AGES! #nonfictionnerd over here. BUT I’m looking forward to enjoying more fiction this year. Would love to hear what you’re currently reading! DM me over on Insta - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

What if we could bring a little more peace, calm and creativity to our day? Sharing a little piece of writing called “Place.” Hope it encourages you to find yours (or spend a few more minutes there!). You can check out a few of my most Fave Things and book recommendations here - https://www.becmills.podia.com/becsfaves. If you’re enjoying the podcast make sure to hit that “Follow” button! Much love! X

Ever get those crazy days where there’s like a rising sense of MUST DO THESE THIBGS RIGHT NOW!? Yup, same here. Sharing a mish-mash of things that are helping with the Do, Do, Do urges right now. Big hugs! X Want to get in touch or would love to hear a specific topic on the Podcast? Hit me up at https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

The COOLEST thing happened this morning. Let’s talk inspiration, taking fast action, and a new (slightly scary!) journey I’m going to be sharing with you here. Let’s connect on Instagram • Podcast account - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast or visit the FB page if you hang out over there more https://www.facebook.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast

Got a few unfinished projects on the go? Or a big To-Do or Wish list? Today we’re talking about the labels we can put on ourself, how to give ourselves a break, and to give ourselves permission for whatever feels right for us! Make sure to hit the “Follow” button if you’re enjoying the podcast! Much love x Find out more here - https://www.becmills.podia.com

A short piece of writing dedicated to my Word of the Year and big intention for 2024! Sharing a little about how I’m going to keep it forefront throughout the year as a gentle reminder. Enjoying the podcast? Make sure to hit the “Follow”button wherever you’re listening - Appreciate you! X Find out more here - https://www.becmills.podia.com

You know those cliches that we hear over and over again? Get annoying sometimes hey? I had a writing prompt today that was interesting on this topic! Super relevant right now in the Holidays. If you’re enjoying to podcast take a quick screenshot and share to your IG or FB stories and tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast ! Catch you soon x. Find out more here - https://www.becmills.podia.com

Ah the endless questions to self over the Holiday time…a little snippet from the writing challenge I’m doing atm called “Breathe.” Also sharing some tools that have really helped me in higher stress times. You can check out a few of my most Fave Things and books here - https://www.becmills.podia.com/becsfaves . If you’re enjoying the podcast make sure to hit that “Follow” button! Big hugs x

“51 things that make me happy” - does what it says on the tin! This made me smile! Do it for yourself today! So many of these are SO simple and easy to fit into any day. And we can all benefit from more smiles in our days. It’s from the 30 day writing challenge I’m doing atm. If you’re enjoying the podcast screenshot and share with your mates on your IG or FB stories - make sure to tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast - Appreciate you!

Holy shamoly … this was a read and a half!! It actually took me a while to get around to reading (listening) - from being interested in what it might be like, to being like “today’s THE day to read this!”But crikey I’m so glad I did! Have you read? Did you love it? Hate it? Let me know on IG - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast . Also make sure to hit the “Follow” button wherever you listen to podcasts - appreciate you! X

This was a fun one - a little spin-off poem from one of my faves, about my fave love. It’s called “New Chapter” and it’s a little piece from the 30 day writing challenge I’m taking part in atm. Hang out on Instagram • Podcast account - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast • Bookstagram - https://www.instagram.com/becmillsbookshelf

In that weird time between Chrissy and New Year, post Xmas vibes and what I’m doing to bring down the “there’s so much more stuff in the house now” stress. Here’s the link to join in The Minimal Moms’ “Post- Holiday Reset” if you’re keen (not affiliated or anything just love Dawn she’s taught me so much!) - https://cli.re/post-holiday-reset

“Follow, follow” - reading a short piece on following that tiny nudge down a rabbithole. It’s from the 30 day writing challenge I’m doing atm. If you’re enjoying the podcast screenshot and share with your mates on your IG or FB stories - make sure to tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast ! Appreciate you muchly x

Ahh. The ol’ new year resolutions chat! Sharing my word for 2024 and why I’ve done this the last few years. Do you pick a ‘Word’ of the year? If yes what’s your word for 2024? Or maybe you like traditional resolutions for your New Year? DM on Instagram • Podcast account - https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast • Bookstagram - https://www.instagram.com/becmillsbookshelf

Ooh this one is short, sweet and juicy - it’s called “The Bird” and it’s a bite-sized bit of writing from the 30 day writing challenge I’m doing. Make sure to join our awesome e-letter crew - and get notified when a new Ep drops. Go to https://www.becmills.podia.com . If you’re enjoying the podcast screenshot and share with your mates on your IG or FB stories - make sure to tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast ! Appreciate you muchly x

Ever get stuck in the old “all or nothing” mind frame? THIS I am letting go of heading into the new year. Sharing some new ways and perspectives I’m going to (aim to) come at exciting ideas, challenges and new to me activities. Enjoy! You can find the awesome Life Goals Workbook I mentioned here (at top under ‘Books’ - plus more of my Fave Things ever!) https://becmills.podia.com/becsfaves . Make sure to join our awesome e-letter crew while you’re there. Hang out on the socials - Podcast account https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast • Bookstagram https://www.instagram.com/becmillsbookshelf

Today I share a little bite of writing from a 30 day writing challenge I’m doing - it’s called “The Hard Way.” Make sure to join our awesome e-letter crew - and get notified when a new Ep drops. Go to https://www.becmills.podia.com . Hang out on the socials - IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast • https://www.instagram.com/becmillsbookshelf • https://www.instagram.com/heybecmills

Short and sweet review of one of my absolute FAVE reads/listens of 2023! Unf*ck Yourself by Gary John Bishop. This powerhouse pocket rocket of a book lit a fire under my butt. Let me know if you’ve read it and what you thought! Or if it’s in your to-read list. DM at @lifeandabookshelfpodcast on Instagram. Also, you can check out my profile on Goodreads here! https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/172344799 . Hang out on the socials - IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast • https://www.instagram.com/becmillsbookshelf • https://www.instagram.com/heybecmills

Sooo…ever done a writing challenge? Or any sort of challenge for 30 days? Listen in today as I share some written words from day 1 of a 30 day writing challenge I’m taking part in. Let me know if you’re a fan of 30 day challenges - DM me over on Instagram at @lifeandabookshelfpodcast would love to hear which ones you’ve done/ challenges you’d like to do! DM me and come hang out on the socials - IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast • https://www.instagram.com/becmillsbookshelf • https://www.instagram.com/heybecmills

Permission - oof. We are likely lookin’ for it everywhere. A few words on giving it to yourself (finally!) and a way to start getting over the hump - and start or try that “thing” that’s been on your heart for aaaages. I super appreciate you! If you enjoyed the Ep take a screenshot and share it on your IG or FB stories and tag @lifeandabookshelfpodcast . Hang out on the socials - IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast • https://www.instagram.com/becmillsbookshelf • https://www.instagram.com/heybecmills

Welcome to the Podcast! A bit about what to expect here. Plus musings on a couple of lessons learnt in 2023 and some ish that I’m letting go of! Hope you enjoy. If you’d like to get notified when a new podcast ep drops - go here to join the awesome e-letter crew - https://www.becmills.podia.com. Hang out on the socials - IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifeandabookshelfpodcast • https://www.instagram.com/becmillsbookshelf • https://www.instagram.com/heybecmills