Today we're doing something a little bit different with the show. Guest Information: There is no guest in this episode—Amy Stone is solo, sharing stories, gratitude, and feedback from guests and listeners. In this special solo episode, host Amy Stone celebrates the show’s journey so far by sharing a collection of thoughtful reviews and kind words listeners and guests have left about The Art of Imperfect Adulting. Amy offers a behind-the-scenes look at why she chose not to invite a guest for this...
Jul 04, 2025•14 min•Season 1Ep. 100
In this episode, Amy Stone welcomes guest Sarah Roccisano for an engaging, honest conversation about navigating the ups and downs of a 20+ year career in finance, the impact of toxic work environments, and the courageous leap into a new, more authentic life. Sara unpacks her journey from Wall Street to wellness, touching on mental health, self-care, and the profound personal adventure that led her to leave the city behind for rural Connecticut and start Embolden Adventures. About the Guest: Sara...
Jul 03, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 94
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, host Amy Stone sits down with Carly Fauth, a fitness enthusiast, coach, and cancer survivor. Carly shares her journey of being diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer, her decision to keep moving through treatment despite medical advice to rest, and how exercise played a vital role in her healing—physically and mentally. The conversation also meanders into personal stories about hobbies, porch dreams, and even eating bugs! About the Guest: C...
Jul 02, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 93
In this episode, host Amy Stone welcomes Michelle Manley, a Reiki master and trauma survivor, who shares her story of leaving an abusive marriage and healing from the impact of both spiritual and emotional abuse. Michelle opens up about the pivotal moments that led her to break free, her journey to recovery—including a diagnosis of complex PTSD—and how she eventually turned her experience into a source of support for others. Her story is an honest and inspiring look at imperfect adulting and fin...
Jul 01, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 92
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, host Amy Stone sits down with Lisa Blaisdell to discuss what it means to start over after divorce at age 54. Lisa shares her personal journey of leaving both a long-term marriage and a successful career, digging deep into the challenges, fears, and possibilities that come with redefining life in midlife. About the Guest: Lisa Blaisdell is a coach, entrepreneur, and advocate for women navigating midlife transitions, especially those considering or...
Jun 28, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 91
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, host Amy Stone sits down with Martha Burich, who made the bold decision to reinvent her health and lifestyle after retirement at age 70. Martha shares candid stories about her journey to sobriety, the challenges and triumphs of finding new purpose post-retirement, and the practical habits she's built to stay healthy. This episode is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to change your habits and refocus on your well-being. About the Guest:...
Jun 27, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 90
In this heartfelt and humorous episode, Amy Stone welcomes Mark Steven Porro, author of A Cup of Tea on the Commode , to discuss his unexpected journey into caregiving for his mother. Mark shares candid insights on shifting family roles, the realities of hands-on elder care, and how compassion and humor helped him navigate three and a half years as his mother’s primary caregiver. About the Guest: Mark is an award-winning designer, writer, director, and now a best-selling, award-winning author. H...
Jun 26, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 89
In this episode, host Amy Stone welcomes Deb Krier to The Art of Imperfect Adulting to discuss Deb's decade-long journey through multiple cancer diagnoses—including stage four triple positive breast cancer and thyroid cancer. Deb opens up about the unexpected twists in her health, the emotional roller coaster of diagnosis and treatment, and how her experience inspired her to empower others facing similar battles. About the Guest: Deb is a seasoned entrepreneur with a background in communications...
Jun 25, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 88
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone sits down with guest Jocelyn Bates to discuss the unimaginable grief of losing both her parents within a week during the Covid-19 pandemic. Jocelyn shares her experience of navigating the trauma and aftermath, the unique challenges of multi-generational living, and the intensely personal journey to healing through spirituality, creative expression, and somatic practices. About the Guest: Jocelyn is a Cultivator of Curiosity and Creativi...
Jun 24, 2025•57 min•Season 1Ep. 87
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone sits down with Jen Melville to discuss Jen’s unexpected journey from a career in higher education administration to entrepreneurship and coaching. Together, they dive deep into topics like career pivots, the pursuit of security, infertility struggles, and the evolution of self-confidence through adulthood. Jen shares her personal story of surviving burnout, navigating significant life changes, and ultimately finding fulfillment and purp...
Jun 21, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 86
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting (TAOIA), host Amy Stone chats with Suzanne Jabour about rebuilding life after the loss of her adult son. Suzanne shares her personal journey through grief, the practical and emotional realities of loss, and her mission to create space for more open and supportive conversations around grief and healing. Together, they explore not only the pain, but also the opportunities for connection, growth, and compassion that arise in the aftermath of tragedy....
Jun 20, 2025•55 min•Season 1Ep. 85
In this episode, host Amy Stone welcomes Kandas Rodarte to discuss the path that led Kandas to launch a coaching business after being diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer at age 44. Together, they explore Kandas’s journey from custom furniture entrepreneurship to becoming the “Gratitude Geek,” focusing on resilience, gratitude, and empowering women to change the world through business ownership. About the Guest: Kandas Rodarte is a productivity coach for micropreneurs and the host of the Grat...
Jun 19, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 84
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone talks with adventure athlete and Paralympian Kyle Coon. Kyle shares his journey from a confident college graduate struggling to find work—even landing a rejection from a grocery store—to transforming his life through endurance sports and embracing imperfection. His candid conversation highlights the challenges and unexpected turns that shape our personal growth. About the Guest: Kyle Coon is a two-time Paralympian, endurance athlete, ke...
Jun 18, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 83
In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," host Amy Stone engages in a lively conversation with Clarissa Burt, who shares her journey of reinvention in her 60s. Clarissa discusses living a non-toxic life, starting a multimedia company, and the importance of strong self-esteem. The conversation dives into aging gracefully, personal development, and maintaining self-care through life’s changes. Guest Information: Clarissa Burt is an internationally acclaimed award-winning media personalit...
Jun 17, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 82
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Jackie Cote joins Amy Stone for a conversation about embracing life's transitions and finding freedom in unexpected changes. Jackie, a former restaurant industry leader turned life coach, shares her journey of self-discovery and growth after being fired from her corporate job in 2018. She opens up about her path to becoming a nomadic entrepreneur and the personal transformations that followed. Guest Information: Jackie Cote is your Freedom Mentor...
Jun 14, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 81
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting , Amy Stone sits down with Matthew James Jones—a Canadian writer, veteran, and educator living in France—to talk about his decision to leave a secure military career to become a writer. They discuss how his military experiences shaped his creative journey, the challenges of transitioning careers, and the personal cost of confronting trauma through storytelling. The conversation is candid, insightful, and sprinkled with humor about life, art, and t...
Jun 13, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 80
In this candid conversation, Amy Stone sits down with Endre Hoffmann, self-proclaimed “Doctor of Self Worth,” to dig into his remarkable story of spending over $100,000 on personal development—and discovering what actually leads to real transformation. Endre opens up about the decades-long search for self-worth, what motivated his investments, and how one critical moment (and a powerful mentor) finally shifted everything. About the Guest: Endre Hoffmann is a coach and calls himself the “Doctor o...
Jun 11, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 78
In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," Amy Stone welcomes Mary Vensel White, a writer turned publisher, to discuss her journey from being an author to starting her own publishing company. Mary shares insights into her career shift, the influence of her passion for dance, and the balance between work and writing. The conversation covers the importance of transparent partnerships in publishing and advice for aspiring authors. Guest Information: Mary Vensel White is the owner and publi...
Jun 10, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 76
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, host Amy Stone interviews Michelle Moffitt. They dive into Michelle's journey through a tumultuous 25-year marriage within a high-control evangelical fundamental religion. She shares her personal experiences with abuse, the challenges of extricating herself from the toxic environment, and the path to rebuilding her independence and mindset. Guest Information: Michelle Moffitt is an author and clinical counselor who wrote "Cracked Open, A Journey ...
Jun 07, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 75
In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," host Amy Stone chats with Reesa Morala, a marriage and family therapist from Southern California. Reesa shares her journey of raising a high medical needs child and the impact it had on her personal and professional life. They delve into the importance of parental wellness and the transformative power it has on family dynamics. Guest Information: Reesa Morala is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. Reesa is the owner of Embra...
Jun 06, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 77
In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," host Amy Stone welcomes guest Haley Straw, who shares insights about her unique job as an Amish taxi driver in Missouri. Together, they explore Haley's personal journey, her experiences driving the Amish, and her passion for writing and storytelling. Guest Information: As a homeschooling mother of six, an author, public speaker, and Amish taxi driver, Haley’s life has been a journey of transformation. From leaving a 22-year marriage and redisco...
Jun 05, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 74
In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," host Amy Stone welcomes Anjl Rodee, who shares her compelling journey of overcoming significant life challenges. Anjl discusses how she transitioned from being in a tough spot—broken, homeless, and thousands of miles away from familiarity—to finding her path through creativity, comedy, and the power of community support. About the Guest: Anjl Rodee is a professional artist and comedian. She infuses her passion for art and helping others to conn...
Jun 04, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 73
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone sits down with Peter J Stavros to discuss how a significant health scare in 2011 led to a life-changing career transformation from law to writing. Pete opens up about his difficult journey with ulcerative colitis and the three surgeries he underwent, while also sharing his insights on navigating such health challenges and the importance of pursuing one's passion. About the Guest: Peter J. Stavros is a writer and attorney, and the author...
Jun 03, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 72
In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," Amy Stone has an honest and captivating conversation with Susie Bell, who shares her journey of leaving the Mormon faith and finding herself after that transition. Susie opens up about her experiences from being devoted to her faith, navigating through a challenging marriage, to rediscovering her passion and identity through fitness and new adventures. Guest Information: Susie Bell, Nurse Practitioner and Author of "A Piece of Me; Finding my vo...
May 31, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 71
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone chats with Laura Nelson about the journey of choosing to stop drinking alcohol and reclaiming personal identity. Laura shares her experiences of being “sober curious”, the struggles she faced, and how she found support in unexpected places. They discuss the evolving social norms around alcohol and the importance of providing inclusive options at professional events for those who choose sobriety. Guest Information: Laura Nelson, co-found...
May 29, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 70
In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," host Amy Stone welcomes guest Kim Spangler to discuss the journey of self-discovery and the importance of embracing imperfections. Kim shares her experience of being diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 39, which transformed her perspective on her life and capabilities. Together, they explore the challenges of adulting with ADHD and the impact of finding the right treatment. About the Guest: Kim Spangler is a passionate advocate for individuals na...
May 28, 2025•52 min•Season 1Ep. 69
In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," host Amy Stone chats with Corissa Saint Laurent about her journey of transitioning away from binge drinking in her 40s. They explore the motivations behind this lifestyle change and delve into topics of self-awareness, personal growth, and redefining one's relationship with alcohol. Guest Information: Corissa Saint Laurent is a multi-passionate spiritual business mentor, entrepreneur, keynote speaker and podcaster. She is the Founder of The Eve...
May 27, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 68
In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," Amy Stone interviews Tara Pyfrom. Tara shares her intense experience of surviving Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas. The conversation covers the preparations, the life-threatening ordeal inside her home, and the aftermath that resulted in Tara and her family relocating to Canada. Tara's compelling narrative highlights the challenges and resilience needed to recover from such a natural disaster. Guest: Tara Pyfrom Tara Pyfrom is a Bahamian author ...
May 24, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 67
In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," host Amy Stone welcomes KC Houston to discuss her unique journey through the education system. KC shares her experiences from being a critic of public education to homeschooling her children, and eventually finding herself back in the public school system as a teacher. Along the way, they have an honest discussion about some of the challenges and decisions parents face regarding schooling. KC Houston hails from Tulsa, Oklahoma, and has a passio...
May 22, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 66
In this episode of "The Art of Imperfect Adulting," host Amy Stone welcomes Shelley Bosworth, who shares her transformative journey of navigating personal challenges and redefining her life. Shelley's story, encompassing family health struggles and career shifts, offers insight into how life’s unexpected events can lead to profound personal growth. Guest Information: Shelley Bosworth is an international Business Mindset Coach and the founder of The She Is Courageous Collective, a global communit...
May 21, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 65
