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The Problem With Perfect
If perfection is an illusion, why are so many of us chasing it? We live in a world that is constantly telling us we need to be it all and have it all to be worthy. It leads us to hide our imperfections and overcompensate our strengths - and leaves us exhausted. Join hosts Robin May and Denise Bickel for meaningful, cross-generational conversations that will leave you uplifted and encouraged about a future freed from the problem with perfect.
Episodes
340 episodes
Caring To The End: Tom May's Story of Escorting His Mother to Heaven
Caregiving is a sacred gift. Caring for someone who is chronically or terminally ill requires patience, understanding, and selflessness. Most caregivers are not professional healthcare workers; rather, they are loving family members who dedicat...
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Season 7
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Episode 314
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The Gentle Discipline of Letting Go
Our fifth and final Yama jewel, Aparigraha, encourages us to embrace non-possessiveness. What do you covet? What do you cling to? Consider what in your life reflects your values and priorities. This month’s Yama invites us to examine the physic...
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Season 7
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Episode 313
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44:12
God, Food, and the Holidays: Replacing Guilt with Gratitude
Join us as we dive into a struggle so many women face but rarely talk about: the stress, guilt, and pressure around food during the holiday season.Why is it so hard to feel in control around holiday food? Why do we swing between restrict...
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Season 7
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Episode 312
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50:55
The Gift of No: Unwrapping People Pleasing During the Holidays
As the holidays approach, it’s a great time to evaluate how you want to spend your time and energy. Do you want to be relaxed and peace-filled, or would you rather be frazzled and frantic? The choice is yours. People pleasing is a t...
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Season 7
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Episode 311
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54:24
How to Ruthlessly Eliminate the Holiday Hurry to Rediscover God’s Rhythm
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… and the most exhausting. Between the decorating, the baking, the shopping, and the pressure to make everything magical, our souls can feel more hurried than holy. In this episode, we slow down ...
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Season 7
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Episode 310
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54:37
The Freedom of Enough: Practicing Non-Excess in a World of More
November is often a time for giving thanks, and the 4th Yama, Brahmacharya, encourages us to be grateful for having “just enough,” and to practice “nonexcess.” We live in a world that can rob us of our time, money, and energy while we pursue be...
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Season 7
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Episode 309
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42:21
When Love Hurts: The Psychology of Abuse and Recovery With June Berlinger
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Statistics indicate that approximately 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. Every minute in the U.S., about 20 to 24 people are physically abused...
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Season 7
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Episode 308
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55:21
Are These Quiet Sins Stealing Your Joy?
Ever catch yourself brushing off certain behaviors the Bible would call sins because they don't seem "that bad"? In this episode, we get real about the “acceptable sins” so many of us excuse — things like anger, gossip, worry, pride, and discon...
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Season 7
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Episode 307
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56:18
Listen Up: What You Need to Know About Hearing, Aging, and Brain Health
If you’ve ever said, “What?” more times than you’d like to admit… or if someone you love turns the TV up louder and louder, this episode is for you.This week, we’re diving into a topic that affects millions, but is rarely discussed: hear...
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Season 7
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Episode 306
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1:01:54
Stop Stealing Your Own Peace: Asteya
Have you ever been accused of stealing? Probably not. Yet, most of us engage in various forms of stealing every day, often without realizing it. There are many ways in which we take from others, the Earth, future generations, and even ourselves...
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Season 7
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Episode 305
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52:59
From Diet Culture to Self-Compassion: A Kinder Way Forward
Do you ever feel like no matter what you do, it’s never enough? You try harder, you push yourself, you chase perfection—but all it leaves you with is exhaustion and self-criticism. What if the answer isn’t doing more, but actually being kinder ...
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Season 7
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Episode 304
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56:21
How Embracing The Suck Changes our Brains and our Lives
There’s a saying: “Change of any sort requires courage.” Courage and bravery are essential for making lasting and effective change. While we may have goals for success, greater happiness, or fulfilling relationships, we often feel overwhelmed b...
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Season 7
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Episode 303
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41:33
Everyday Habits That Build Stronger Relationships
Season 7 is here! 🎉 Since launching The Problem with Perfect in September 2019, we’ve released over 300 episodes and connected with listeners in 11 countries. Thank you for being part of this amazing journey!We’re kicking...
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Season 7
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Episode 301
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48:14
The Freeing Weight Of The Truth
In this episode, we continue their journey through the Yamas and Niyamas, diving into the second jewel: Satya, or truthfulness.Join us as we reflect on what we’ve learned so far about courage, balance, boundaries, and self-love—an...
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Season 6
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Episode 301
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1:02:58
The Truth About GLP-1s With Dr. Nicole Dorotik
It’s nearly impossible to turn on the television or open a magazine without seeing advertisements for the latest weight loss trend: GLP-1 medications, commonly known as Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy, and Zepbound. Approximately 15 million people ar...
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Season 6
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Episode 300
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58:35
Sarah Hill's Story: Lessons From Surviving A Heart Attack
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, yet many of us don’t recognize the warning signs until it’s too late. This week, we welcome Sarah Hill, CEO of Helium and former award-winning journalist. A...
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Season 6
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Episode 299
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58:05
Made for Rest: Reclaiming the Sleep Your Soul and Body Need
This week we’re talking about something we all need but often struggle to get—rest.Join us as we unpack why God created our bodies to need sleep, the science behind how rest impacts memory and aging, and practical tips from leadin...
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Season 6
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Episode 298
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40:47
What Is A Sound Bath? (And Why You Might Need One) With Catina Topash
We’ve explored many types of therapy on this podcast—from talk therapy to yoga and everything in between—but one powerful, ancient healing technique we’ve known little about is sound therapy.In this episode, we explore the surprising pow...
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Season 6
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Episode 297
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1:14:23
Unspoken Struggles: Why Men Resist Therapy and How We can Help
Despite increased awareness of the importance of mental health, many men still hesitate to seek support. While they may appear to manage their mental health challenges well, statistics tell a different story.Several factors contribute to...
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Season 6
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Episode 296
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52:28
What Women Need to Know About Christian Manhood
What does it really mean to be a man of faith in today’s world—and why should women care? In this powerful and timely episode, we sit down with Fred Parry, Christian author, to explore how a man’s journey toward spiritual growth, emotional matu...
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Season 6
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Episode 295
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1:02:52
Feel It, Then Free It: A 90-Second Path to Peace
Is it really possible to reset your emotions in just 90 seconds? In a world overflowing with stress, tragedy, and everyday annoyances, finding peace can feel impossible. But what if happiness was just a minute and a half away?In this epi...
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Season 6
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Episode 294
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34:26
Beyond The Mat: The Surprising Ethics of Yoga (And Why They Matter To You)
We often think about a yoga practice as being about physical movement. Many of us know about child’s pose, downward facing dog, and tadasana. However, it may surprise you to know that the basis for all yoga practices is found in the elements of...
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Season 6
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Episode 293
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49:19
How To Be Free From The Burden Of Your SHtuff: The Swedish Art of Death Cleaning
Have you ever looked around your house, or in your closet, and wondered where did all that shtuff come from? Most of us have acquired a lot of shtuff over our lifetime, some are precious keepsakes, but the majority of our worldly possessions ar...
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Season 6
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Episode 292
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55:36
Have You Done Your Fur-Ever Family Planning?
What would we do without our four-legged family members? They bring us companionship, comfort, and laughter. They keep us healthy by inviting us to walk with them, and they gladly accompany us everywhere we go. Quite simply, they are man’s (and...
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Season 6
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Episode 291
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45:36
When The Body Breaks and the Soul Speaks
What happens when your body suddenly can’t do what it used to? In this episode of The Problem With Perfect, host Robin and her cohost Denise Bickel—who is recovering from a broken arm—are joined by Robin’s longtime friend Karen Sutterer, who al...
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Season 6
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Episode 290
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48:42