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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
309 episodes
Pivoting Pursuits: When Life Creates An Opportunity To Follow Your Dreams
We've all heard the saying, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade." While those encouraging words can provide hope and inspiration, one crucial aspect often goes unaddressed: the "how."What does it take to start over? How does someo...
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Season 6
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Episode 283
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48:29
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Life Reimagined: Is It Time For A Change?
Have you ever taken a leap of faith? What would happen if you listened to your heart, followed your passion, and pursued the career you’ve always dreamt of? Or maybe you used to love what you did for a living, but you recognize it’s time for a ...
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Season 6
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Episode 282
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1:05:16
How Does Your Garden Grow: The Soulful Benefits of Gardening
In this episode of The Problem With Perfect, we dig into the soulful, restorative power of gardening with Master Gardener Donna Puleo. Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just starting, Donna shares wisdom on how tending to plants can also...
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Season 6
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Episode 281
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42:42
What If Your Doctor Actually Knew You With Direct Primary Care Physician Nicole Dorotik
The typical patient/doctor experience is changing as younger generations demand holistic, convenient, and personalized care. To address these expectations, a new medical model is sweeping the nation that includes ample appointment availability,...
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Season 6
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Episode 280
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54:45
Enjoying These Luxuries Can Change Your Life
When you think of a luxury, is it a new car, a trip to Paris, or a cruise around the world that comes to mind? What if true luxury could be found right at home? Time, good health, and people who love us are all priceless luxuries. Likewise, no ...
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Season 6
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Episode 279
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39:52
Are You Leaving Generation Health To Those You Love?
There comes a time in most of our lives when thoughts of finances, inheritance, and trusts or wills are in the forefront of ourlives. It is the hope of each generation that we leave behind the resources our children and grandchildren will use t...
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Season 6
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Episode 278
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42:41
How To Make Spring a Season of Personal Renewal
January is known for New Year’s Resolutions and Quitter’s Day (the 2nd Friday in January). Often we start with the best intentions only to lose our motivation and determination 14 days later. It’s a tradition as old as time.What if we po...
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Season 6
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Episode 277
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43:29
Learning to Love Our Bodies: From Motherhood To Menopause (With Special Guests Maddie Wolf and Rachel Keller)
Our bodies are constantly evolving, yet embracing those changes can feel like a lifelong struggle. Whether you’re navigating the whirlwind of postpartum recovery, or facing the shifts that come with aging, body image is something most of us wre...
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Season 6
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Episode 276
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51:03
What Is Expressive Writing And How Can It Improve Your Life?
As faithful followers, you know we love journaling - all kinds of journaling. Journaling is an opportunity to pour out your heart and soul without worrying about Sr. Mary Punctuation grading your spelling or sentence structure. Journaling is al...
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Season 6
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Episode 275
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40:30
Is Functional Medicine the Missing Piece to Better Health With Dr. Michael Schmidt?
Have you ever felt like traditional medicine isn’t giving you the answers you need? Struggling with fatigue, hormone imbalances, or gut issues and told “everything looks normal”? You’re not alone—and there is another way.In this episode ...
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Season 6
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Episode 274
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57:26
The 5 Lessons The Super Bowl Taught Me - And They Have Nothing To Do With Football
Hey, friends! If you have been around here for a while, you know that we love our Kansas City Chiefs. So, when I (Robin) had the opportunity to attend the Super Bowl this year, I was beyond excited. But what I didn't expect was to walk away wit...
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Season 6
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Episode 273
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54:28
Why Pickleball Might Be the Perfect Exercise
Pickleball is sweeping the nation. Players of all ages and abilities are joining the ranks of approximately 36.5 million pickleball players in the U.S. What about pickleball is so engaging? Is it the community, competition, exercise, or j...
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Season 6
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Episode 272
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50:30
Surviving The Long Winter: Differentiating SAD from Winter Blues and Finding Our Way Forward
It’s that time of year! The cold weather, the snow, the inability to go outside to walk the dog or enjoy nature, the darkness that prevails morning and night, tax season, the election; it seems everything contributes to an ongoing sense of gloo...
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Season 6
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Episode 271
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50:16
Better Together: How Female Friendships Strengthen our Minds and Body
Where would we be without our girlfriends? These extraordinary women bring light and love into our lives. They support us unconditionally and stand by us during difficult times. Indeed, they are among life’s greatest gifts.Female friend...
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Season 6
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Episode 270
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42:57
Rethinking Health and Fitness to Reclaim Our Aging Bodies With Ruthie Massman
Aging gracefully is an art- as our emotional, physical, and nutritional needs change significantly. Social media tells us we need products and procedures to remain vibrant and youthful. Today's guest, Ruthie Massman, is a fitness t...
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Season 6
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Episode 269
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43:28
Trusting God's Purpose In Our Work With Tracy Smith
Many of us hoped the new year would bring a renewed passion and enthusiasm for our work. Maybe it did, and maybe it didn’t. Maybe some of us are still looking for inspiration to keep trusting that we’re on the right path. Tracy Smith’s story mi...
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Season 6
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Episode 268
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44:51
From Reflection to Intention: Your 2025 Word Journey
As we step into a new year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the highs and lows of 2024, sharing the lessons learned and how our guiding word shaped our journey. In this special episode, we’ll look back at how well we lived out our word for ...
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Season 6
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Episode 267
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52:12
365 Days of Gratitude: How One Person's Journey Can Inspire Yours With Special Guest Lisa Kent
As 2024 ends, we are excited to bring you a truly inspiring story. Today’s guest, Lisa Kent, has embarked on a year-long journey, sharing a daily post of gratitude every single day in 2024. Each day, she shares a couple of sentences and a photo...
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Season 6
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Episode 266
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57:36
Menopause: Breaking The Silence (Part 2) With Dr. Stephanie Womack
In this must-listen episode of The Problem With Perfect, we’re joined by Dr. Stephanie Womack, a seasoned obstetric gynecologist with 25 years of experience, to demystify the options available for managing menopause symptoms.Hor...
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Season 6
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Episode 265
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51:23
Menopause: Breaking The Silence (Part 1)
Menopause is a universal female experience, yet it remains one of the least discussed and most misunderstood phases of life. In this episode of The Problem With Perfect, we take a deep dive into why menopause has been ignored by medica...
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Season 6
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Episode 264
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51:03
Gift-Giving Made Easy: How To Increase Our Joy and Decrease Our Stress
It’s easy to get wrapped up in the hustle and bustle of the holidays and to lose touch with the reason for the season. Although the gift-giving possibilities are endless, the most cherished gift is often time spent with loved ones and friends. ...
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Season 6
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Episode 263
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46:52
Where Did Time Go: How To Cherish Holidays Past and Present
The holidays are often the perfect time to reflect and reminisce. When was the last time you thought about your childhood and the traditions your family celebrated? What about the memories you’ve made with your children and grandchildren? Altho...
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Season 6
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Episode 262
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46:15
Holiday Harmony: How To Set Boundaries (And Keep Them!)
The holidays are meant to be a time of family and fellowship. When we remember the Reason for the Season, we may be motivated to pause, reflect, and cherish our time with family and friends. Or, we may feel anxious and exhausted. Both may be tr...
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Season 6
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Episode 261
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58:17
The One Thing We Can All Do To Shape The Rest of 2024
As we step into November, gratitude is at the heart of the season—but why does it matter so much? In this episode, we explore the science and significance of gratitude in transforming our mental health, relationships, and even our work lives.&n...
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Season 6
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Episode 260
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42:48
How To Deal With Anxiety Around The Upcoming Election
The Bible tells us, “Let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings…” James 4:8. If there was ever a time when prayer and faith were needed, it’s now. For the 73% of Americans who are expe...
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Season 6
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Episode 259
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29:40