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Living Unscripted

Living Unscripted

Written by: Into Azure
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Living Unscripted is a podcast about creating a life that feels authentically yours. Hosted by Lauren and Rachael — two longtime friends, creative collaborators, and co-founders of Into Azure — this show is an open invitation to explore what it means to live with intention, creativity, and purpose.

Born from a friendship that began online and blossomed during a serendipitous meeting in Italy, Living Unscripted brings you real conversations about making space for joy, deepening your connection with creativity, and embracing the messy, meaningful adventure of building a life on your own terms.

Whether you're seeking inspiration, permission to try something new, or simply a reminder that you're not alone in navigating life's big questions, Lauren and Rachael are here to share their journeys and invite you to expand yours. Join them as they explore the art of living unscripted — one conversation at a time.

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  • A Soft Approach to Goal Setting for 2026
    Jan 12 2026
    Structure, Flow & a Softer Approach to Goal Setting

    New year energy can feel equal parts refreshing and…unexpectedly emotional.

    In this episode, we talk about what it actually looks like to set intentions without spiralling into pressure, and how a simple, playful idea (a New Year’s Bingo card) stirred up a whole rollercoaster: fear of not following through, fear of actually getting what you want, and the tension between structure and flow.

    It’s a conversation about devotion (not just motivation), closing loops, building sustainably, and bringing more analog, screen-free magic into a life that’s often lived online.

    We Chat About:
    • Why structure can feel supportive after a holiday reset
    • The New Year Bingo Card idea (and why it got unexpectedly emotional)
    • Fear of not achieving goals…and the quieter fear of achieving them
    • Setting goals that include whimsy, fun, and real-life practicality
    • External input vs inner processing (and why boredom can be creative fuel)
    • The problem isn’t “no ideas”… it’s too many ideas at once
    • Building habits sustainably (instead of stacking everything “all at once”)
    • Closing loops: finishing what you start + creating checkpoints
    • Devotion > motivation (and why willpower isn’t the point)
    • “Analog life” as a creative antidote to a screen-heavy world
    • A fun closing thread: what are we calling 2026? (hello, “2026 in sync” 👀)
    Threads We Followed:
    • Structure + flow can coexist (and they’re better together)
    • Goals as a container, not a cage
    • Finishing as a creative practice (completion as peace)
    • Why small wins + big dreams belong on the same list
    • More analog rituals = more meaning
    Lines That Landed:
    • “Set fewer goals, and close more loops.”
    • “Devotion matters more than motivation.”
    • “It’s easy to start things…it’s much harder to finish them.”
    • “We overestimate what we can do in a day, and underestimate what we can do in a year.”
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    39 mins
  • 2025 End-of-Year Reflections: Slowing Down, Staying the Course & Trusting the Timing
    Dec 29 2025
    2025 End-of-Year Reflections: Slowing Down, Staying the Course & Trusting the Timing

    The end of year vortex is real. And this time of year can have a way of bringing everything to the surface… what you’re ready to release, what you’re proud of, and what’s quietly been asking for more space.

    In this episode, we reflect on 2025, the transition seasons we’ve both been moving through, and what it’s looked like to slow down, loosen the grip, and trust the timing of what’s unfolding - personally, creatively, and in business. It’s an honest conversation about boundaries, spaciousness, and the realization that slowing down can actually take you further.

    We Chat About:
    • The collective “shedding” energy of 2025 and why it’s felt so transitional
    • Letting go of clenching, forcing, and trying to control the timeline
    • How slowing down can actually create momentum (and more capacity)
    • Building sustainable foundations: weeding, pruning, closing loops, and creating space for new growth
    • The shift from proving and pushing… to trusting, pausing, and letting things breathe
    • Boundaries as a form of care (for you and for everyone you’re in relationship with)
    • Redefining success beyond the standard metrics
    • End-of-year rituals that don’t feel rigid: reflection, intention, feeling-states, and vision boards
    • Staying the course with creative projects (even when progress looks slow)
    • Trusting the whisper: how the things that are meant for you keep calling you back
    Threads We Followed:
    • Slowing down as an embodied strategy, not a setback
    • Spaciousness as the container for what’s next
    • Trusting timing without making it mean something is “wrong”
    • Letting your rituals evolve as you evolve
    • Staying committed to the vision, even when life is life-ing
    Lines That Landed:
    • There’s always something that could be done, but not everything needs to be done right now.
    • You don’t get to the next chapter without closing a few loops first.
    • Slow doesn’t mean stuck. It usually means aligned and sustainable.
    • If it’s meant for you, it will keep whispering.
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    39 mins
  • Our Story: How We Met & the Vision Behind Into Azure
    Dec 15 2025
    Why This Episode Matters:

    Sometimes the best things in our lives start with a single day and a shared belief that there's a more intentional, creative way to live and work.

    We introduce ourselves in this episode of Living Unscripted, share the story of finally meeting in Florence after years of online collaboration, and explore the creative spark that became Into Azure, a space for slowing down, creating freely, and feeling more alive in our work and lives.

    We Chat About:
    • How years of working online led to a magical meetup together in Florence
    • Leaving “sticky fits” to make room for creativity and spaciousness
    • Why in-person connection still matters in an online world
    • The beauty of non-linear, multi-passionate careers
    • How story and the body both lead us back to aliveness
    • Being a "jack of all trades" as a superpower, not a limitation
    • The permission to have hobbies, interests, and creative pursuits that don't need to be monetised
    Threads We Followed:
    • Collaboration that multiplies, rather than divides, energy
    • The benefits of gentle accountability and creative containers
    • What it means to build a creative life that actually feels alive
    • How environment shapes your creative energy
    • Why "all in" looks different in different seasons
    Lines That Landed:
    • "Detours aren’t derailments — they’re clarity in disguise."
    • "Environment is a creative tool. Put yourself where your energy rises."
    • "Slowing down creates space for what actually wants to come through."
    • "A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one."
    • "You're still an entrepreneur, you're still a creative — your business is still alive and breathing even if you're not actively working on it because you have it alive within you."
    What's Coming Next:
    • A creative membership for accessible connection, creative workshops, somatic work, and virtual co-working space
    • Retreats in Italy, and other beautiful locations around the world
    • A villa in Italy where we host retreats (a long-term dream, but we're manifesting it)
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