Kory M. Shrum
A Well Cared For Human: Your Wellbeing. Reimagined.
Travels from East Lansing MI, USA
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Speaks on:
Burnout Prevention
Child Development
Creative Problem Solving
Entrepreneurship
Personal Empowerment
Resilience
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Key Audience Outcomes
Participants gained a renewed sense of self and the importance of self-care, especially in high-stress environments.
Attendees felt inspired and motivated to make positive changes in their lives, focusing on gratitude and self-compassion.
Listeners acquired actionable strategies and tools to improve their relationship with themselves and build resilience.
Participants experienced a shift in perspective, understanding the importance of prioritizing their well-being to better care for others.
Attendees felt a sense of connection and validation, realizing they are not alone in their struggles and that healing is possible.
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Kory M.'s Bio
Kory M. Shrum is a keynote speaker, podcaster, and USA TODAY bestselling author of more than thirty books. She is known for transforming hard-earned life lessons into practical frameworks that help people and organizations reduce burnout, reclaim energy, and build resilience. After surviving a childhood of trauma and the tragic loss of her mother, Kory chose a different path. While her mother remained trapped in a generational cycle of abuse and substance use disorder, Kory transformed herself from a suicidal, self-destructive teen into a thriving leader, educator, and author. Her journey taught her not just how to survive, but how to create a life rooted in joy, creativity, and sustainable self-care. Today, she shares her revolutionary approach to well-being and self-care with audiences across many industries, including healthcare, education, and business. Find her speaker one sheet with talk descriptions, testimonials, and speaking videos at https://awellcaredforhuman.com/speaker
Kory M. Offers the Following Talks
A Well Cared For Human: Sustainable Strategies for Self-Care and Renewal
1. Upon completion of this session, attendees will be able to identify sustainable self-care strategies that support work-life balance, even in high-demand environments.
2. Upon completion of this session, attendees will be able to recognize the impact of chronic stress and anxiety and apply resilience-building techniques to reduce burnout.
3. Upon completion of this session, attendees will be able to implement strategies to foster deeper connection and community within their organizations, helping to combat professional isolation.
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45 - 60 minutes
Raising Resilient Kids: The Lifeline They Need Starts With You
Participants will identify the underlying factors that contribute to stress and burnout among educators, counselors, and caregivers—and learn why surface-level self-care practices often fail to create lasting resilience.
Attendees will explore Kory’s practical, evidence-based framework for sustainable self-care and resilience, gaining tools they can immediately apply to restore balance, maintain motivation, and model healthy coping for youth.
Participants will learn how to translate their own wellness practices into strategies that create emotionally safe, supportive spaces—helping children develop the confidence and coping skills needed to overcome adversity.
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45 - 60 minutes
Not Just for Artists: How Cultivating Creativity Can Transform Your Life
Participants will expand their understanding of creativity beyond the arts, recognizing it as a practical tool for problem-solving, innovation, and emotional resilience in both personal and professional contexts.
Attendees will explore how engaging their creative spirit can reduce stress, increase motivation, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose, meaning, and joy.
Participants will learn actionable strategies to integrate creative practices into daily life and work, empowering them to approach obstacles with flexibility, optimism, and confidence.
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45 - 90 minutes
You Only Get One Shot: Chase the Dream but Don’t Lose Yourself
Participants will examine how constant striving and overwork can lead to burnout, loss of purpose, and disconnection from personal values—and learn to recognize early warning signs before they take a toll.
Attendees will learn strategies to pursue ambitious goals while maintaining emotional and physical well-being, integrating practices that sustain motivation without self-sacrifice.
Participants will explore tools for redefining success in holistic terms, aligning their professional aspirations with joy, authenticity, and long-term resilience.
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45 - 60 minutes