I Broke Down Trying to Be Perfect — And It Saved Me

She Can Handle Everything. That's The Problem (How High Achievers End Up Overwhelmed)

What happens when you're the person everyone can rely on? In this episode of the I'mperfect Podcast, I sit down with Yetunde Oshodi Fraudeau, entrepreneur, mother, traveler, and founder of Let's Eat The World, for a deeply honest conversation about overwhelm, perfectionism, resilience, and the challenge of carrying too much. Yetunde shares what it's like to live with "too many tabs open" in her mind, why she often prioritizes everyone else's needs over her own, and how losing her mother at a young age shaped her journey as a parent. Together, we explore: ✨ The hidden cost of being highly capable ✨ Why some people struggle to prioritize themselves ✨ Motherhood, trust, and letting children make their own mistakes ✨ The difference between resilience and exhaustion ✨ Finding peace through walking, creativity, writing, and self-reflection ✨ Why imperfection may be one of our greatest strengths This conversation is a reminder that strength doesn't mean having it all together. Sometimes it means learning when to slow down, let go, and trust yourself. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by responsibilities, stuck between ambition and self-care, or trapped by your own standards, this episode is for you. 🎙️ About the I'mperfect Podcast The I'mperfect Podcast explores the beautiful imperfections that make us human. Through authentic conversations, we discover how our struggles, wounds, and vulnerabilities often become our greatest sources of growth and wisdom. 📌 Follow The I'mperfect Podcast: * YouTube * Spotify * Apple Podcasts * If this conversation resonated with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. #Perfectionism #PersonalGrowth #Motherhood #Resilience #SelfAwareness #MentalHealth #ImperfectPodcast #Overwhelm #Entrepreneurship #SelfDevelopment

Why Most People Never Feel Fulfilled | Anaconda Papaya

What if perfection is the very thing stopping us from living fully? In this special episode of the I’mperfect Podcast, I sit down with Anaconda Papaya, founder of the Harmonic Circle Academy, spiritual teacher, community builder, and one of the people who most deeply impacted my own journey over the last 4 years. We explore: • Why perfectionism blocks action • The meaning of “spiritual sex” • How to keep your heart open in a difficult world • Why relationships determine the quality of your life • The difference between information and transformation • Consciousness, intuition, awakening & collective evolution • Why spirituality is not escaping life… but fully living it This conversation is imperfect, philosophical, human, funny, deep, and incredibly alive. One quote that stayed with me: “The only thing God cannot be… is imperfect.” If this episode resonates, share it with someone who is searching for more meaning, more depth, or simply more truth in their life. ⸻ About Anaconda Papaya: Anaconda has spent decades exploring spirituality, consciousness, relationships, community living, meditation, and personal transformation. He is part of the community of Damanhur in Italy and founder of the Harmonic Circle Academy. 🌍 Harmonic Circle Academy: [harmoniccircle.org] [http://harmoniccircle.org] 📲 Follow / Connect: [https://www.instagram.com/harmoniccircleacademy/] [https://www.instagram.com/harmoniccircleacademy/] [https://www.instagram.com/imperfect__podcast/] [https://www.instagram.com/imperfect__podcast/] ⸻ Welcome to the I’mperfect Podcast. Where amazing people talk about the parts of themselves they usually hide.

I Broke Down Trying to Be Perfect — And It Saved Me

Perfection looks good on the outside. But what happens when it slowly destroys you from within? In this episode of The I’mperfect Podcast, Jessica opens up about her hidden struggle with perfectionism, control, and the breaking point that forced her to face what she had been avoiding for years. What started as a desire for safety and control turned into chronic fatigue, internal pressure, and a complete disconnection from her body. We talk about: – The subtle ways perfectionism controls your life – Why “knowing” isn’t the same as healing – The danger of spiritual bypassing – How your body speaks when your mind won’t listen – The inner battle between control and letting go – Learning to feel safe in the unknown This is not a story about fixing yourself. It’s a story about learning to be human again. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to have it all together… this conversation is for you. 🎧 Listen now and reconnect with what’s real. — 📍 Follow the podcast for more real, raw conversations 📍 Available on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts #Perfectionism #SelfAwareness #HealingJourney #MentalHealth #ImperfectPodcast

Men Feel Everything. They Just Hide It

Men are not less emotional than women. They’ve just learned to hide it. In this episode of The I’mperfect Podcast, Ziad sits down with psychotherapist Konstantin Petrov for a raw, honest conversation about masculinity, vulnerability, fatherhood, and the silent struggles men carry. From leaving a 12-year corporate career to finally following his purpose, Konstantin shares what changed everything for him. But beyond the career shift, this episode dives into something deeper… 👉 Why is it so hard for men to be vulnerable—especially with other men? 👉 Why do so many men feel like they’re failing… even when they’re doing their best? 👉 How do guilt and unrealistic expectations shape us as fathers, partners, and men? 👉 And what happens when emotions are suppressed for years? This is not about “fixing” men. It’s about understanding them. ---------------------------------------- 🎙️ In this episode: * The hidden emotional world of men * Why vulnerability feels unsafe for men * The pressure of being a “perfect” father * Guilt, expectations, and self-judgment * Masculinity, conditioning, and identity * How to start reconnecting with yourself ---------------------------------------- 💬 One truth that might change how you see men: Men feel everything. They just don’t show it. ---------------------------------------- If this resonates with you: 👍 Like the video 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments 🔔 Subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations ---------------------------------------- 📍 Follow @theluckcoach * Instagram: @imperfect__podcast * Spotify / Apple Podcast: The I’mperfect Podcast ---------------------------------------- #MensMentalHealth #Masculinity #Vulnerability #Fatherhood #EmotionalHealth #SelfGrowth #ImperfectPodcast #MentalHealth #PersonalDevelopment

Shame vs Guilt: The Difference That Changes Everything

What is the difference between shame and guilt? And how does shame shape our identity? In this episode of the I’mperfect Podcast, I sit down with Jess Vogt, life and leadership coach, to explore shame, guilt, identity, and self-acceptance. Jess shares her powerful story of growing up as a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults), and the deep belief she carried for years: “I am a bad daughter.” Together, we unpack: * The difference between shame vs guilt (and why it matters) * How childhood experiences shape our identity * What it means to feel like you don’t belong anywhere * How to turn shame into self-awareness and personal power * The role of self-compassion in healing and growth * Why perfection is a trap — and how to embrace imperfection This is a raw, honest, and deeply human conversation about belonging, imperfection, and finding your way back to yourself. ---------------------------------------- 🎙️ About the podcast: The I’mperfect Podcast is a space where we explore real conversations about imperfection, personal growth, and what it truly means to be human. ---------------------------------------- 📌 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:20 Who is Jess Vogt? 05:00 Growing up as a CODA 10:00 Shame and identity 19:00 Shame vs guilt 30:00 Turning shame into power 37:00 Final reflections ---------------------------------------- 📲 Follow & Listen: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts → Links in bio ---------------------------------------- 💬 Let’s talk: Have you ever struggled with shame or feeling like you don’t belong? Share your experience in the comments.