Rethinking Productivity

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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, empowering take on how to be productive without burning out. Instead of packing your schedule tighter, Kat explores how to boost productivity in a way that supports joy, growth, peace, and purpose.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🌱 What Productivity Really Means
Productivity isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters with clarity and intention. Kat unpacks the difference between staying busy and staying aligned, and how intentional productivity can create space for a more balanced, fulfilling life.

🚧 4 Common Productivity Pitfalls
We all fall into them from time to time. Kat shares how overworking, procrastination, perfectionism, and multitasking can actually get in the way of progress—and how to navigate each with self-compassion and strategy.

⏳ The Truth About Time Management
You can’t manage time if you don’t understand how it works. Kat introduces Parkinson’s Law—"work expands to fill the time allotted"—and how being mindful of this truth can help you work more efficiently and with purpose.

📊 4 Powerful Time Management Techniques
From the Time Management Matrix to Time Blocking, Batch Scheduling, and the Pomodoro Technique, Kat breaks down simple but powerful tools you can start using today to reclaim your time and energy.

🧘🏽‍♀️ The Power of Boundaries
Boundaries are a form of self-respect and one of the most overlooked productivity tools. Learn how protecting your time helps you focus better, reduce stress, and say yes to what really matters—without guilt.

Key Takeaways:

• Productivity isn’t about doing everything—it’s about doing the right things.
• Overcoming procrastination and perfectionism starts with self-awareness.
• Working smarter starts by managing your attention, not just your time.
• You can reclaim your days with a few intentional shifts.
• Boundaries aren’t just about saying no—they’re about making room for what gives life meaning.

You’ll walk away with actionable tools and mindset shifts to help you reclaim your time, reduce stress, and make room for the things that bring joy, growth, and rest.

💫 Ready to live a little slower and a lot more purposefully? Let’s rethink productivity—together.

🎧 Listen now and start creating a more intentional, impactful, and unhurried life.
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Chapters

1. Defining Productivity (00:00:00)

2. Productivity Pitfall #1: Overworking (00:00:00)

3. Productivity Pitfall #2: Procrastination (00:00:00)

4. Productivity Pitfall #3: Perfectionism (00:00:00)

5. Productivity Pitfall #4: Multitasking (00:00:00)

6. Time Management (00:00:00)

7. Parkinson's Law (00:00:00)

8. Time Management Strategies (00:00:00)

9. Setting Boundaries (00:00:00)