The I'mperfect Podcast

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.

I Lost My Voice at 35 — What Happened Next Will Shock You (Arabic w/ English subtitles)

I don’t usually record in Arabic… but this one needed to be said this way. What if everything you believed about perfection… was wrong? In this deeply human episode of The I’mperfect Podcast, we sit with Rasha — a Lebanese dietitian and naturopath living in Paris — who opens up about her journey from losing her ability to speak at 35 years old to becoming someone who now heals others through her words. This is not a story about success. This is a story about: * Starting over in a new country * Raising children while losing yourself * Questioning what you really want in life * Letting go of perfection — in health, relationships, and identity * Being Lebanese during war time Rasha shares how her biggest struggles — from motherhood to expatriation to self-doubt — became the foundation of her purpose. 💬 If you’ve ever felt: * Not good enough * Lost between who you are and who you “should” be * Tired of chasing a perfect life This conversation is for you. ---------------------------------------- ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – First Arabic episode & why it matters 02:00 – Why Arabic content is disappearing 07:00 – Losing her voice at 12 years old 12:00 – Moving to Paris & starting from zero 18:00 – “What do I actually want?” 25:00 – Motherhood, identity & sacrifice 30:00 – The myth of perfect relationships 33:00 – Raising children vs being shaped by them 36:00 – Letting go of perfection 42:00 - A tribute to Lebanon during war time ---------------------------------------- #imperfection, #self_growth, #arabic_ podcast, #lebanese #podcast, #motherhood #reality, #life_in_paris, #expat, #finding_purpose, #mental_health #conversation, #authenticity, #personal_transformation, #naturopathy, #nutrition #coaching, #selfdiscovery

I Thought I Was Unloved | Murielle (French w/ English subtitles)

This episode is in French with English subtitles. In this episode of The I’mperfect Podcast, Ziad sits down with Murielle for a deep and honest conversation about anger, childhood wounds, intuition, and the process of becoming who we really are. Murielle shares how, for years, anger drove her life. But behind that anger was fear… and behind the fear was a deeper sadness: the belief that she was not loved. Through her story, we explore what it means to face our inner characters, question the beliefs we carry, and learn to make peace with the parts of ourselves we once tried to fight. This episode is about imperfection, authenticity, intuition, energy, and the courage to listen to the voice of the heart instead of the noise of the world. Topics we explore in this conversation: * What anger is really trying to protect * Childhood beliefs and the feeling of not being loved * Making peace with different parts of ourselves * Intuition and learning to listen to the “ears of the heart” * Authenticity in a world obsessed with perfection * Energy, alignment, and following your own path A powerful conversation for anyone who has ever felt not enough, out of place, or disconnected from themselves. ---------------------------------------- Quelques mots en français pour cet épisode : Dans cette conversation, Murielle partage son parcours entre colère, croyances profondes et transformation intérieure. Elle explique comment, derrière la colère, se cachait une peur… puis une tristesse plus profonde : la croyance de ne pas être aimée. On parle aussi d’intuition, d’énergie, d’authenticité et de la nécessité parfois de laisser mourir certaines versions de nous-mêmes pour avancer. Un échange imparfait, sincère et profondément humain. ---------------------------------------- If this episode resonates with you, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who might need to hear this conversation. The I’mperfect Podcast is about real conversations, real people, and the imperfect journey of becoming who we truly are. #podcast #selfawareness #healing #authenticity #intuition #personalgrowth #energy #imperfection #podcastconversation