Welcome (back) to Getting to Good Enough! After two years away, Shannon and Janine are reconnecting and beginning the podcast again. In this podcast relaunch episode, they share why they stepped away, what they learned during their hiatus, and how they're returning with fresh eyes and zero pressure for perfection.

What You'll Learn About Starting Over

• Why taking breaks can be the reset you need - sometimes stepping away is the best growth strategy
• How life challenges shaped their perspective - Shannon's surgery recovery, Janine's move, and her husband's heart transplant journey
• The power of 20+ year friendship in keeping doors open for new beginnings
• How new podcasting technology is making content creation enjoyable again
• Permission to grow beyond perfectionism into bigger life conversations about wellness and daily living

Key Takeaways for Recovering Perfectionists

• Starting over isn't starting from scratch - you bring all your personal growth with you
• "We can always change our mind" - flexibility beats perfectionism every time
• Small steps create big life changes - progress over perfection wins
• Embrace uncertainty - perfect plans are overrated anyway
• Low expectations work - if one person benefits from your work, that's success

What's Different About The Podcast this Time

New Technology Stack:

• Captivate hosting platform for better distribution
• Riverside recording for crystal-clear audio quality
• Video episodes now on YouTube for visual learners
• AI assistance streamlining modern podcasting workflows
• Improved documentation and content planning systems

Same Authentic Approach:

• Two genuine hosts + one engaged listener = podcast success
• Real conversations about imperfection and self-compassion
• Weekly episodes focused on doing more of what you love

The Bottom Line on Starting Over

Sometimes the best way forward is to embrace a "good enough" mindset and just start. Shannon and Janine are living proof you can take a break, let life happen, and come back when ready - no shame, just fresh beginnings and authentic conversations.

Ready to start something over in your own life? Hit subscribe for weekly conversations about embracing imperfection, overcoming perfectionism paralysis, and doing more of what you love.

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