The Trifecta of Joy

In this episode Caitlin and I come together once again to talk about a big decision we made within Perfectly Imperfect Life coaching. We have been talking a lot about body image and self-love, and the importance of self-compassion, understanding, acceptance, and the relationship with yourself as being the most important one. In this episode we discuss all kinds of great things: - Body image - Self-care - Connections to others - Boundaries - Practices vs. habits - The joy of intentional living - Creating space and processing change - The impact of coaching for clients and ourselves Connect with us at Perfectly Imperfect! It is a packed episode full of love! Enjoy! Xo

What is the value of listening? In this candid conversation with Deb Porter, Founder of HOLD- Hearing Out Life Drama – we explore the value of having a place to just share what is on our minds. When under stress, pressure, or in times of uncertainty, the desire to “just talk it out” can be present, but loved ones may not be the place. HOLD offers a space where clients can move from the intensity of their emotions and thoughts by being held in space where the focus is on the sharing rather than problem solving. With a professional history in Pastoral Care and funeral directing, Deb uses her skills to help people be heard in their life experiences as a way to release pressure, and gain insight. We also touch on: what it means to be a good listener the “Mr. Rogers” effect the difference between a confidential listening service and therapeutic intervention the power of HELP from the heart

Waiting can be a source of anxiety for some, and a space of peace for others. On a recent trip to Dallas, I met two new friends who are legally blind. While they use all of their abilities to navigate life, they intuitively also know when to wait, and when to proceed. This prompted me to consider the ways that the typically-abled may experience waiting, and the power of intuition. In this episode you’re invited into considering the value of tapping into your intuition when confronted with the experience of waiting. I share three ways to tap into your intuition and harness the power of your own deep knowing to move forward. I also invite you to consider: · the power of mindfulness · practicing presence · distinguishing between inner critic and intuition · waiting as an opportunity for growth · values and priorities · noticing negative self-talk · making better decisions · seeking help in the process If you’re ready for some help in your process of waiting, be sure to book a complimentary spark session and let’s find the best path forward for you! Calendly - Complimentary-Spark-Session

In this conversation with Lawyer Charlene Sheffelmair, we dive into a different way to connect with community. In our conversation we talk about the evolution of adult friendships. With vulnerability, we discuss the pain, grief and loss that comes from friendship change or closure. We talk about the importance of proximity and maintaining connection in meaningful ways as well as the evolution of friendship in the seasons of life. We also discuss: - being active in friendship - awareness in personal expectations - staying connected and being thoughtful - love languages in friendship - love, loss, and letting go in friendship breakup - meaningful moving on with memories, and the version of self now - the seasons of friendship, growth, and evolution - values in friendship, quality, and commitment - having meaningful conversations in friendship - fear of rejection, courage, and intuition -building new friendships in adulthood and transitioning from acquaintance to something deeper and more meaningful

https://www.perfectlyimperfect.wtf/shine Body image and weight loss seem to be in the forefront of so many women’s minds. I recently received a message from a follower querying my messaging about body image and weight loss, noticing that I had personally changed my body. I had to respond because I never want women to think they need a DIET to live. In this episode I get real about ME and my passion for women loving themselves right where they are. Living in the NOW rather than waiting for a specific size or weight to love yourself. Diet culture builds a distrust with our personal beings. What started as a weight loss journey for me became a transformation to deep trust and self-love. If it worked for me, I knew it had to work for others. For the past two years I have been working with women around this issue in individual and group coaching. Their transformation, enthusiasm, and connection made me realize that MORE WOMEN NEED THIS! SHINE! Love yourself, Light was born! I also talk about: - Badass, confidence, assurance, boundaries - Sisterhood and connection - Trust - The inner critic and compassion - Amazing body positive women: Lizzo, Birds Papaya, Running Fat Chef, Melissa McCarthy and badass fashion designer Hillary MacMillan

What impact can youth make in the world? Trinity Tacheny is a young lady who is committed to building community, self-awareness, and giving back. In this inspiring conversation, we talk about how Trinity has been through her own challenges of parental divorce and losing loved ones. She leaned heavily into her faith, community, and finding supportive adults to continued to be inspired forward. As a 15 year old, she believes in the power of positive impact and support on a community level, one person at a time! Trinity talks about her own inner critic and her ability to identify and have the conversation with your inner critic. Her journey of learning has been about building from learning opportunities. She also has solid advice for parents with how to parent their teenager. We also talk about: -self-acceptance and personal growth - trusting in faith and self - the inner critic of the teenager -the process of trial, error, and learning - self-awareness and being open-minded - the impact of divorce on foundation and place in the world - working through emotions and struggling with identity - the impact of having an outside caring adult to reinforce trust - getting glimpses of the impact you can make - the power of having faith in change - helping with community through future dreams - listening to, supporting, and encouraging your child by taking the journey with them

Feeling sexy an any size is a struggle for many, and yet body positivity has created an environment where “Victoria’s Secret” no longer dictates sexiness. In this episode I am joined b Joani, a SHINE member, who shares her experiences around sexiness, confidence, comfort, and joy as she navigates the realities of life as it happens. She shares that SHINE was a program that changed her intentionality, presence, and awareness with some real-life change and challenges. Joani also describes her experience of the SHINE community as a re-set, accountability, and special place for connection and support. In the the end, she shares that SHINE isn’t really about weight loss because “the best weight you’ll ever lose is between your ears.” We also talk about: - Wearing what you want for YOU vs. another - Size/health/fitness myths - Accountability - Motivation versus momentum - The importance of “feeling” goals - Navigating the inner critic in various parts of life - Spreading love and light through acknowledging others

This is the true story of Amanda who, through no fault of her own, found herself caught up by the darkest most insidious corners of the criminal world of sex trafficking minors. Her husband, the man she loved and the father of her children, was a criminal. And when it all came down, she was left holding the pieces. In this incredibly candid conversation with Amanda Quick, we discuss the decision to write a book about sex trafficking as a woman being on the inside of learning the darkness her husband was a part of. Amanda invites us into the complexity of parenting, manipulation, lies, fear, and ultimately deep self-trust and freedom.

Weight loss and body image are common struggles for many, and I can relate. I spent most of my life in a never-ending battle with myself and believing my worth was tied to those very things. I learned that making change from a place of love versus resistance is a game-changer! More importantly, however, I’ve learned and am passionate about sharing the importance of the relationship with yourself! Feeling comfort in your own skin is part of it and being in a place of peace and content in your whole self is the starting point. In this episode I talk about: · Struggles and panic over food, movement, and getting through the days in a diet mentality · Tools to bring awareness to your mind, body and spirit · Dealing with food triggers, emotional triggers, without a diet mentality · Ending restriction, deprivation, and white-knuckling · Building a healthy or non-existent relationship with the scale · Making peace with your body right now · Change as a conscious decision, doing so with love and 1% changes that add up The most important question is: How you want to feel? SHINE helps you choose intentionally because you are the most important part of your life. To join the program or learn more: www.perfectlyimperfect.wtf/shine Talk to tanya about SHINE tanya@perfectlyimperfect.wtf Love yourself BRIGHT! Xo Tanya

In this episode, I ask you some questions that you may ask as you enter a new year but can ask yourself anytime! We often focus on what we don’t want, what we fear, what holds us back. What energy, vibration, and mindset are you creating for yourself? I offer tips to let go of some of those limiting beliefs, and invite you into a year of hope with gentle love and kindness with that ONE BIG QUESTION… What are you a yes to?

As we enter a new year, I am joined by Spiritual Teacher and Psychic Intuitive, Vania. In this episode we talk about the energy of now and The Unlimited Self of 2023. Her message is clear: live in your truth and as your unlimited self in the year ahead! Vania shares the importance of self-awareness, as a means to letting go of perfectionism, stress, and the stories that hold us back. Letting go of energetic toxicity and trauma is a healing part of our journeys as humans, so we also talk about how to clear energy, as well as recognizing what is outside of yourself so you can arrive within. Our conversation of inspiration also touches on: - Inner triggers and faults - The issues of now versus the past or future - Cleaning energy - Traumas and triggers that are ready for processing - Letting go and allowing for the Unlimited Self to own the space of now

In this conversation with Misty Kerrigan, we explore the way we frame disabilities and superpowers. Misty is an incredible human who is proud of her ADHD superpower! She helps people find their zone of excellence within their superpower and use that to thrive. She also recognizes that sometimes we fall out of our “zone” and her mission is to help people find their way back into owning their superpowers as the gifts they are! In this podcast we also talk about: -figuring out if people want solutions or just a person to listening when venting -adulting (oof!) -being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult -managing ADHD -building trust with yourself You may have heard the saying, “You are the sum of the people five people you spend most of your time with.” Misty reminds is that we are the sum of those people, plus the sum of their five people, PLUS the sum of their five! Bringing awareness to who you surround yourself with can really impact your life. When you are aware of how those relationships serve you, you may find that some fall away naturally Misty reminds us that this is part of the human experience.

Secondary infertility took our guest on a crazy journey to self-love and helped her create a life that truly resonates. In this candid conversation with Sarah Willoughby, author of Infertility Saved My Life, we talk about her experience of in vitro fertilization, and the physical, emotional and spiritual challenges it presented for she and her family as she and her partner attempted to grow their family. Having one child already but knowing another was in her future, Sarah shares the vulnerable experience of healing physically, emotionally, and spiritually and moving through grief to come out the other side with a healthy and vibrant vision for her life. Join us for this incredible conversation as Sarah shares her passion for empowering others to connect with self so that they can find the answers that lie deep inside, face their fears and transform their lives.

Are the holidays emotionally charged for you? In this episode we talk about the feelings that come from holidays. Stress, busyness, doing, and moving through the holidays can take us away from what matters most. Bringing awareness to yourself during this time is a gift you can give yourself so you can enJOY this time for what it is. We often strive for perfection in all things: decorations, food, events, gifts, etc. and this gives way to the power of our inner critics. WE talk about how to move past those limitations. The beauty of the holidays is that it often also means sharing, caring, and giving, and this can be a vibe raiser as well! We talk about the power of giving and gratitude as well! Other topics include: - Traditions - Grief and Loss - “Shoulding” - Boundaries - Finances - Stress - Legacy

What does it mean to raise Badass Humans? Kat Mullin, author of Raising Badass Humans, shares her experiences of parenting in its perfect imperfection and invites us into her definition of what it means to have the honour of Raising Badass Humans. To be badass, according to Kat is to be Brave, Authentic, Decisive, Accepting, Strong, and Supportive. In this conversation with Kat, we talk about the awareness that we develop as parents, the ups an downs of our own journey, and the value of being authentically you as a model to your children. We also talk about the value and importance of: - Quality time - Embracing emotions - Saying NO to labels - And the freedom of choice Purchase your copy of Raising Badass Humans right here: https://www.amazon.ca/Raising-Badass-Humans-Intentional-Intelligence/dp/B0BNDTSF1Y/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2MUAM56MJYISQ&keywords=Raising+badass+humans&qid=1669741287&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjAyIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=raising+badass+humans%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-2