Live Unhurried

Click here to send the host a message! In this episode of Live Unhurried , Kat invites you to embrace summer with intention, joy, and a refreshed mindset. Whether you're craving adventure, looking to slow down, or hoping to reset your routine, this episode is your guide to thriving in ways that feel good and grounded. You’ll explore: How to shift into a summer mindset with gratitude, adventur...

Click here to send the host a message! Congratulations, Class of 2025! You did it. In this heartfelt episode of Live Unhurried , I’m speaking directly to this year’s graduates — including one very special graduate of my own, my son, Kaleb. Whether you're headed to college, trade school, the workforce, the military, or the “I’m-not-quite-sure-yet” lane, this episode is for you. This conversati...

Click here to send the host a message! In this episode of Live Unhurried , Kat invites you to take a fresh look at productivity—not through the lens of hustle culture or the “do more” mindset, but as a meaningful way to align your time and energy with what truly matters.  Whether you’re a student, entrepreneur, caregiver, or on a journey of personal growth, this episode offers a thoughtful, empowe...

Click here to send the host a message! In today’s episode, we’re flipping the script on hustle culture and diving into something most of us desperately need more of: rest . If you’ve ever thought “I’ll sleep when I’m dead,” or powered through on caffeine and willpower alone, this conversation is your wake-up call—literally. We’ll explore the real reason sleep is so essential—not just for feeling r...

Click here to send the host a message! Stress is an inevitable part of life, but how we respond to it can make all the difference. In this episode, I unpack stress in a meaningful way—exploring what stress is, why it happens, and, most importantly, how to manage it effectively.  Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, juggling responsibilities, or struggling to find balance, this episode will provide...

Click here to send the host a message! In this episode, Kat shares a powerful practice called the Quarterly Check-In, a reflective exercise designed to help you pause, celebrate your progress, and intentionally chart the next steps on your journey.  This process is perfect  perfect for anyone seeking personal growth, clarity, and purpose.  Key Highlights of the Episode: Why Conduct a Quarterly Rev...

Click here to send the host a message! Spring is a time of transformation—not just in nature, but within ourselves. In this episode, we explore how to embrace this season with fresh energy, intention, and joy . Whether you’ve been feeling stuck in routine, searching for inspiration, or simply ready to shake off the heaviness of winter, this conversation is your invitation to reset and refresh. 🌱...

Click here to send the host a message! The Power of a Sunday Reset – Setting the Tone for an Intentional Week  In this episode of Live Unhurried , host Kat Sanford-Creary dives into the power of a Sunday routine and how it can set the stage for a calm, productive, and intentional week. If you often start Mondays feeling overwhelmed or behind, this episode will give you practical tools to reset and...

Click here to send the host a message! Dive into the topic of refocusing on your goals in this episode!  As the excitement of the start of the new year fades, it's easy to lose sight of our initial ambitions. To help you stay or get back on track, I share practical tips that can reignite motivation and commitment:  ✔ Lean into your WHY – Stay connected to the deeper reason behind your goal. ✔...

Click here to send the host a message! We should all take advantage of any opportunity  to reflect on where you are and where you are going next.  We naturally do this at the beginning and even the end of events.  The second of the Seven Habits of Highly Effective People is to "Begin with the end in mind."   I submit that one of the best times to reset is right in the middle! Think about...

Click here to send the host a message! In today's episode, I welcome Christina Alston, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who brings expertise and valuable insights on the subject of mental health awareness.   In addition to being a counselor, she is also  a writer, international speaker, owner of Eden River Counseling and is the founder of Awakening Retreats .  Christina is passionate a...

Click here to send the host a message! This episode of our School Insider series features a conversation with high school educator, Alicia Bannerman.  Students in this age group are navigating identity, anxieties, academics, AND the constant pressure to have their next steps mapped out.  During the high school years,  students struggle adjusting to the new environments, defining who they are, and...

Click here to send the host a message! This episode features a conversation with middle school educator, Tracy Bennett.  Students in this age group are navigating physical, emotional, social, AND academic changes--and it is not easy!  During the middle school years, students not only make mistakes, but also (and maybe more importantly) learn to recover from them.   We should not expect them to fig...

Click here to send the host a message! In this episode, I have a conversation with Deborah Montgomery, a master teacher that instructs students that are in the second half of their elementary school years.  The transition from lower elementary (K-2nd grade) to upper elementary (3rd-5th)  is huge for both parents and students.   Students are starting to take on more responsibility and parents move...

Click here to send the host a message! If your child is just starting elementary school, then you do not want to miss my conversation with Ms. Carla Breedlove, a master teacher that specializes in lower grade levels.  Upcoming episodes in this informative series include: conversations with upper elementary, middle and high school teachers,  as well as a high school graduation coach and a panel dis...

Click here to send the host a message!  At the end of the school year, everyone is grateful for a break.  But you cannot take a break from planning for the next one!  I want my household to function smoothly and I'm sure that you do, too.  If I want to eliminate the stress that comes from feeling rushed, I have to set aside time to prepare for what is coming.  This is the first episode in my...

Click here to send the host a message! In this episode, I had an incredible conversation with Shelly Dudley.  In 2020, Shelly, like many others, was forced to pivot due to an unexpected job loss due to the pandemic.  She combined her experience as coach, trainer and facilitator with her passion to help others level up their lives to found Emerge Consulting Services.   Links to Resources Mentioned...

Click here to send the host a message! Can you believe that we are rapidly approaching midyear? In this bonus episode, I will share what I am doing this month to prepare for the second half of 2022!  My 3 Things: FINISH projects that can be done by June 30th--there is no reason to let them carryover into next month Spend time in REFLECTION over the first half of the year. REVISIT my vision board a...

Click here to send the host a message! In my last episode, I talked about planning as one of my keys to living unhurried. Today, I am going to tell you about my other non-negotiable.  It is called the Miracle Morning and it has helped me level up my life in every area. In late 2018, I had the opportunity to hear Hal Elrod, the author of the book The Miracle Morning,  interviewed on a podcast.  I w...

Click here to send the host a message! As a wife, mother of three, and entrepreneur my schedule is full--before I take care of our home, prepare meals, serve in my community, or have any fun.  It would be easy to to feel stressed and overwhelmed with managing.  Instead, I am busy.  Busy in the all right ways and busy doing the right things.   I can truly say that I live unhurried and it's bec...

Click here to send the host a message! In this episode, I share some thoughts about the importance of vision boards.  A simple Google search yielded nearly TWO BILLION links on the subject.  Why are they so popular? What is so great about them? Do they really work? Vision, by definition is the ability to think about or plan the future with imagination or wisdom.  A vision board, then, is a physica...

Click here to send the host a message! It's the time of the year that everyone starts to focus more on what they are planning to do in the next on.  You do not have to look hard to find information about New Year's resolutions, goal setting, and making plans for 2022 right now.  For years, I would write lists of my resolutions or goals for each area of my life.  I found that I would stay...

Click here to send the host a message! The last 30 days of 2021 are here —are you ready to make them your best?  How are you going to set intention? What action will you take to create positive momentum to carry you into 2022?  One of my favorite definitions of unhurried is deliberate .  I do not know if there is a better time to focus on deliberate intention setting and taking progressive action...

Click here to send the host a message! In this introduction episode, I talk about where "Live Unhurried" came from and what this podcast is all about! Support the show