Imperfect Podcast

What is human trafficking? Is human trafficking real? Does trafficking happen in the United States? There is so much misinformation about trafficking, and misunderstandings about how it actually occurs today. In reality, there are 40.3 million victims worldwide, and trafficking is happening in all 50 United States. January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and in honor of spreading awareness, we've compiled some of the most informative clips from conversations we've had with several exper...

Kait Warman is a relationship coach, best-selling author, and founder/host of the Heart of Dating Podcast. Her book, "Thank You For Rejecting Me: Transform Pain into Purpose and Learn to Fight for Yourself" walks through the journey of rejection and equips listeners to channel it in a way that is productive, healing, and transformative. We also discuss:- Rejection as a self-fulfilling prophecy- What is self-rejection and how does it affect our relationships?- How to find fulfillment inwardly ...

Part 2 of my conversation with Iridescent Women co-founder Nicole Smithee provides insight into loss, grief, and disappointment. We share stories of personal loss and grief, including a miscarriage that Nicole faced earlier this year. She shares what she learned during her grieving process, including that it's okay to not be okay. We also discuss:Processing grief on your own timelineRedefining stigma and expectation of grief"It's okay to not be okay"How to be with others in their loss and mou...

Iridescent Women is an online platform and community is committed to awakening and championing the brilliance of every woman through honest conversations and authentic connections. Today I am joined by co-founder Nicole Smithee as we discuss her journey to start Iridescent Women, overcoming challenges of entrepreneurship, and how to foster impactful mentorship. We also cover:- How to have true influence- How to find impactful mentors- How to start and sustain your vision- How to overcome fear...

How do you endure difficult times? How do you remain hopeful while waiting for breakthrough? How do you keep moving forward when your plans don't work out? Cam Scott is an actor, writer, and director who has had to grapple with all of these questions. We discuss how we've both endured challenging seasons, especially in relation to his career. We also compare man vs woman perspectives on dating and the current culture. We also discuss: - Is chivalry dead?- "Dating culture" and how it...

How do you handle drama, jealously, and competition? What about "mean girls"?Lauren Smolka is an actor, former pageant contestant, and dear friend who has had to deal with all of these things throughout her life--from friendships, to competing in Miss America and Miss USA, to now being in the highly competitive entertainment industry. In this episode, we share stories about dealing with drama and bullying, and how we've learned to manage the hurt that comes with these experiences....

How to have hard conversations? How to handle conflict and confrontation? How to communicate clearly? These are questions Sophie Beren, founder and CEO of The Conversationalist, discuss in this episode. We also discuss:- How to find your voice- Quieting negative thoughts/self-limiting beliefs - How to handle conflict and difficult conversations- Eliminating echo chambers- How to gain perspective through conversation - Setting boundaries within communication- How to communicate clear...

What is OCD, actually? How can I manage my anxiety and obsessive thoughts? Therapist Jenna Overbaugh answers these questions and discusses techniques to manage anxiety and OCD. We cover:- What are obsessions and compulsions?- What are intrusive thoughts?- How to break the pattern of debilitating anxiety and ruminating thoughts- Signs of OCD, and how to diagnose it- Different types of OCD- How to identify and challenge core fears- Exposure Response and Prevention and how to utilize it- Tips to...

Why am I always fatigued and bloated? Why do I feel stuck emotionally and physically? Why isn't this "diet" working? Certified Integrative Nutrition Health coach Jane Green addresses all of these commonly asked questions and more. Her mission is to help women free themselves from the cycle of control & guilt in their relationship with food, exercise, and self-care. We also discuss: How to have healthy relationships with ourselves and othersHow to identify your values and m...

Human trafficking is happening all over the world, and in our backyards. It is estimated that there are 40.3 million victims of human trafficking globally. Today's guest, Sarah Godoy, is a leader in the anti-trafficking space and, in 2017, she was named number 20 of the top 100 Human Trafficking and Slavery Influence Leaders. Sarah is a doctoral student, graduate research assistant, and Royster Fellow at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-CH) School of Social Work.&nbs...