Shelf Improvement Book Club

Hey Shelf Improver!
*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "c6baffbb-92a7-408c-8b60-ef0a0e527d6f" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> Is pushing yourself always the answer... or can determination become an obsession?
This week we're diving into Chapters 7-9 of Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins, exploring his famous 40% Rule, the power of mindset, and what it really means to become "uncommon amongst the uncommon."
But as always, we don't just summarise the book...
We ask the bigger questions.
💭 Is there a point where ambition costs too much?
💭 Can success become your new comfort zone?
💭 Is balance just an excuse... or is it actually the secret to long-term success?
Along the way we chat about:
The Cookie Jar mindset and pushing beyond what you think you're capable of
Why talent isn't the deciding factor, but consistency might be
The importance of celebrating your wins instead of always chasing the next goal
Accountability coaches... do we really need them?
Time blocking, building better habits and finding time for what matters
Why we've started questioning hustle culture and what balance now looks like for us
We also compare Goggins' philosophy with ideas from books like Atomic Habits, Beyond Wanting and The Let Them Theory, sharing where we agree... and where we respectfully disagree.
🎬 Film recommendation: If you enjoy this discussion, Holly's recommendation is War Machine starring Alan Ritchson, which captures many of the leadership, resilience and military themes we talk about in this episode.
Whether you're training for a marathon, building a business, or simply trying to become a little better than yesterday, this conversation will leave you thinking long after the episode ends.
🎧 Listen now and let us know...
Is David Goggins inspiring... or just a little too extreme?








📚 Not reading along in real time? No worries! We've covered 40+ amazing books. Pick one that resonates and jump in anytime.
💛 Our community is always open, It's never too late to join. Connect with like-minded people, raise your vibes, and get inspired. Links below!
🔗 Join us here: 📱 WhatsApp & email updates: Shelf Improvement Community 📘 Facebook: Shelf Improvement Podcast 📩 Email: info@shelfimprovementpodcast.com 📸 Instagram: @shelfimprovementbookclub
https://linktr.ee/shelf_improvement_podcast
Enjoy the episode, and we'll catch you next week!
Holly & Anna X

Hey Shelf Improver!
*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "c6baffbb-92a7-408c-8b60-ef0a0e527d6f" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> There comes a point in every challenge where giving up feels easier than carrying on...
This week we're diving into the next chapters of Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins, exploring resilience, discipline, the famous "Cookie Jar" method, and what it really takes to keep going when your mind is telling you to stop.
But this isn't just a conversation about ultra-endurance.
We share our own honest experiences with ADHD, fitness, business, weight loss, difficult clients, confidence, procrastination, and the small mindset shifts that have helped us push through life's challenges.
Whether you're trying to build healthier habits, grow a business, overcome fear, or simply stay consistent with your goals, this episode is packed with relatable stories and practical takeaways you can start using today.
Because sometimes the biggest battle isn't against the world...
It's the conversation happening inside your own head.
🎧 Join us as we unpack Chapters 4-6 of Can't Hurt Me and discover how resilience is built one choice at a time.








📚 Not reading along in real time? No worries! We've covered 40+ amazing books. Pick one that resonates and jump in anytime.
💛 Our community is always open, It's never too late to join. Connect with like-minded people, raise your vibes, and get inspired. Links below!
🔗 Join us here: 📱 WhatsApp & email updates: Shelf Improvement Community 📘 Facebook: Shelf Improvement Podcast 📩 Email: info@shelfimprovementpodcast.com 📸 Instagram: @shelfimprovementbookclub
https://linktr.ee/shelf_improvement_podcast
Enjoy the episode, and we'll catch you next week!
Holly & Anna X

Hey Shelf Improver!
*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "c6baffbb-92a7-408c-8b60-ef0a0e527d6f" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> New Month New Book! 
This week we begin one of the most recommended books we've ever covered... Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins.
These first 3 opening chapters are raw, emotional and, at times, difficult to hear. We explore David's traumatic childhood, the power of taking accountability, why our past doesn't have to define our future, and how facing uncomfortable truths can become the first step towards real growth.
Along the way, we share our own experiences with therapy, self-sabotage, visibility, confidence, journaling and learning to look ourselves honestly in the mirror. This isn't just a conversation about David Goggins' story. It's about the stories we all tell ourselves... and how we can begin to change them.
If you've ever felt stuck, held back by your past, or wondered what you're truly capable of, this episode is one you won't want to miss. 💙📚








📚 Not reading along in real time? No worries! We've covered 40+ amazing books. Pick one that resonates and jump in anytime.
💛 Our community is always open, It's never too late to join. Connect with like-minded people, raise your vibes, and get inspired. Links below!
🔗 Join us here: 📱 WhatsApp & email updates: Shelf Improvement Community 📘 Facebook: Shelf Improvement Podcast 📩 Email: info@shelfimprovementpodcast.com 📸 Instagram: @shelfimprovementbookclub
https://linktr.ee/shelf_improvement_podcast
Enjoy the episode, and we'll catch you next week!
Holly & Anna X

Hey Shelf Improver!
*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "c6baffbb-92a7-408c-8b60-ef0a0e527d6f" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> We've reached the final episode of Beyond Wanting by Matt Cooke, and what a journey it's been.
This week we're exploring the final four chapters:
✨ Affirmations
✨ Let Go
✨ Signs
✨ Aligned Action
Together we reflect on the practical exercises Matt has encouraged us to try throughout the month, discuss the biggest lessons we've taken away, and explore how manifestation isn't just about wishing for a different life, but becoming the person who's ready to receive it.
If you've been following along with us this month, this episode brings everything together. And if you're just joining us, it's a wonderful place to discover whether this book deserves a place on your reading list.
📚 Next month we're diving into one of the most powerful mindset books ever written... Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins.
From overcoming childhood trauma and self-doubt to becoming a Navy SEAL, ultra-endurance athlete and one of the toughest people on the planet, David Goggins challenges everything we think we know about our limits.
If you've ever felt held back by fear, excuses or the voice in your head saying "I can't," this book is about proving that you're capable of far more than you realise.
Join us throughout July as we tackle Can't Hurt Me together, one chapter at a time.








💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically therapy.
📚 Not reading along in real time? No worries! We've covered 30+ amazing books. Pick one that resonates and jump in anytime.
💛 Our community is always open, It's never too late to join. Connect with like-minded people, raise your vibes, and get inspired. Links below!
🔗 Join us here: 📱 WhatsApp & email updates: Shelf Improvement Community 📘 Facebook: Shelf Improvement Podcast 📩 Email: info@shelfimprovementpodcast.com 📸 Instagram: @shelfimprovementbookclub
https://linktr.ee/shelf_improvement_podcast
💡 Support our new Instagram page! Like, follow, share, and tag us when you post about your reads—we appreciate it more than you know!
Enjoy the episode, and we'll catch you next week!
Holly & Anna X

Hey Shelf Improver!
*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "c6baffbb-92a7-408c-8b60-ef0a0e527d6f" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> Can gratitude really change your future? Can journaling reveal answers you didn't know were already inside you? And what happens when you stop trying to force life and start feeling the life you want before it arrives?
This week on Shelf Improvement, we continue our journey through Beyond Wanting by Matt Cooke as we explore and discuss:
✨ Chapter 7: Feel It Till You Make It ✨ Chapter 8: Journalling ✨ Chapter 9: Gratitude
From vision boards and manifestation to breakthroughs in self-trust, journaling, energy shifts and gratitude practices, this episode dives into the habits that could completely transform how you think, feel and create your future.
Whether you're a believer, a sceptic, or simply curious, this conversation may leave you looking at your goals in a very different way.
📚 Plus, next week we'll be wrapping up Beyond Wanting with the final chapters and sharing our biggest takeaways from the entire book.








💬 Got thoughts? We'd love to hear them! Join the conversation in our WhatsApp group (link below)—trust us, it's basically therapy.
📚 Not reading along in real time? No worries! We've covered 30+ amazing books. Pick one that resonates and jump in anytime.
💛 Our community is always open, It's never too late to join. Connect with like-minded people, raise your vibes, and get inspired. Links below!
🔗 Join us here: 📱 WhatsApp & email updates: Shelf Improvement Community 📘 Facebook: Shelf Improvement Podcast 📩 Email: info@shelfimprovementpodcast.com 📸 Instagram: @shelfimprovementbookclub
https://linktr.ee/shelf_improvement_podcast
💡 Support our new Instagram page! Like, follow, share, and tag us when you post about your reads—we appreciate it more than you know!
Enjoy the episode, and we'll catch you next week!
Holly & Anna X