In this episode, we’re sharing our mindful reading goals for 2025 and why we’re embracing a slower, more intentional approach to our TBRs. Maddie is setting a 100book reading limit to focus on quality over quantity, while Kristen is incorporating cozy fantasy, nostalgic rereads, and expanding her home library. From rating systems to physical TBRs, we’re breaking down how we plan to read more thoughtfully, track our progress, and enjoy the journey. Plus, we’re diving into the impact of audiobooks vs. physical books, finding our own influences, and prioritizing movies and TV. Tune in for all the details and get inspired to set your own 2025 reading goals!

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro: Kicking Off Our 2025 Reading Goals
06:23 Kristen’s Plan: Reading Fewer Series & Focusing on Standalones
10:02 Maddie’s Rating System Overhaul
15:01 Why Maddie Is Setting a 100Book Limit for 2025
16:54 Kristen’s Cozy Fantasy Picks and Slow Reading Rituals
17:35 Tracking Our Reading in 2025: Reviews, Journals, and More
19:39 Kristen’s Reading Journal: Keeping Physical Track of Progress
22:08 Nostalgia Reads & Rereads: Kristen’s 2025 Priority
22:55 Maddie’s Focus on Classics: A New Direction for 2025
25:00 The Four Series Maddie Plans to Tackle in 2025
27:03 Maddie’s Physical TBR Goal: Under 10 Books
28:20 Kristen’s Shift to Standalones & Building a Home Library
30:55 Prioritizing Romance: Kristen’s 2025 Genre Spotlight
34:18 Diversifying Recommendations: Kristen’s Plan for Variety
38:20 Being Your Own Tastemaker: Avoiding Reading FOMO
39:25 Our New Twist: Giving Each Other 3 Passes for the Year
42:27 Choosing Physical Books Over Audiobooks in 2025
45:47 Audiobooks vs. Physical Books: Balancing Time & Value
48:13 Making Time for More Movies & TV in 2025

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