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. At just 53 years old, Sarah experienced a heart attack while on vacation in Las Vegas, despite being healthy, active, and having a normal EKG. It was only because of her husband’s persistence that doctors ran the tests that ultimately saved her life. In this powerful c...
Aug 19, 2025•58 min•Season 6Ep. 299
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 leading sleep experts that will help you drift off more easily. You’ll hear everything from circadian rhythm hacks to soothing bedtime rituals, plus a unique spiritual cleansing practice for those nights when sleep just won’t come. If you’ve ever felt guilty for slowing do...
Aug 12, 2025•41 min•Season 6Ep. 298
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 power of sound therapy with yoga therapist and sound healing expert Catina Topash. We sit down with Catina to unpack the science behind sound baths, how vibrational healing works, and why frequencies might just be the reset our nervous system needs. Whether you’re ...
Aug 05, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 6Ep. 297
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 men's reluctance to pursue counseling, including cultural and societal norms, issues related to masculinity, and fear of the unknown. However, research shows that the benefits of talk therapy far outweigh the difficulties of dealing with anxiety, stress, grief,...
Jul 29, 2025•52 min•Season 6Ep. 296
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 maturity, and servant leadership impacts the women around him more than we often realize. If you’ve ever prayed for your husband to lead with love, hoped your son would grow into a man of character, or wondered how we can encourage healthier masculinity—this e...
Jul 22, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 6Ep. 295
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 episode, we explore the powerful “90-Second Rule” from happiness researcher Mo Gawdat — a rule born out of unimaginable personal loss, yet designed to help us all move from rumination to resilience. Join us as we reflect on their own struggles with letting go, disc...
Jul 15, 2025•34 min•Season 6Ep. 294
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 Yamas and Niyamas. The elements of Yamas and Niyamas teach a practical, step-by-step methodology that brings understanding to our life experiences, while at the same time pointing the way to the next experience. They are like a detailed map, telling you w...
Jul 08, 2025•49 min•Season 6Ep. 293
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 are just things. Have you ever wondered what would happen to all that shtuff if your children, relatives, or friends were responsible for disposing it? Research tells us our kids don’t want our shtuff, and the burden of disposing someone’s worldly possession...
Jul 01, 2025•56 min•Season 6Ep. 292
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 woman’s) best friend. Something you may or may not have thought about is what would happen to your pet if something happened to you? Often, the death of a pet owner leaves many unanswered questions. Are there family members willing to adopt the pet? Is th...
Jun 24, 2025•46 min•Season 6Ep. 291
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 also recently suffered a similar injury. Together, they open up about the physical and emotional toll of injury and recovery, especially as our bodies age. From frustration and grief to moments of spiritual growth and unexpected strength, this candid convers...
Jun 17, 2025•49 min•Season 6Ep. 290
Our children are God's greatest gifts. We pour into them with unconditional love, guidance and support - praying we have given them the tools to be successful in life. Yet, peer pressure, hormones, and unrealistic social expectations can undermine our best efforts. Then what? The teenage years can be challenging, especially for girls. Issues such as negative self-esteem, anxiety, depression and self-harm plague far too many young tweens and teens as they mature into adulthood. How can families s...
Jun 10, 2025•42 min•Season 6Ep. 289
Our children are God's greatest gifts. We pour into them with unconditional love, guidance and support - praying we have given them the tools to be successful in life. Yet, peer pressure, hormones, and unrealistic social expectations can undermine our best efforts. Then what? The teenage years can be challenging, especially for girls. Issues such as negative self-esteem, anxiety, depression and self-harm plague far too many young tweens and teens as they mature into adulthood. How can families s...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 6Ep. 288
It can be easy to become complacent. We have our routines and schedules that keep us organized and efficient. We know what we know and go where we go, without stopping to consider what else is available outside our daily regimen. What if we could do better? What if we took an opportunity to spend four days enriching our body, mind, and soul? What if we dedicated 40 hours of our time and attention to learning a new skill that will benefit us physically, emotionally, and spiritually? Would you be ...
May 27, 2025•32 min•Season 6Ep. 287
Have you ever had every detail of your life planned? Where you will go to school? Who you’ll marry? How many children you will have? They say, “If you want to make God laugh, tell Him your plans.” An unplanned, high-risk pregnancy, a newborn diagnosed with a terminal illness, and a failing marriage brought our guest, Angie Howell, to her knees. As a self-described “faithless woman,” she found herself on the bathroom floor, begging for mercy. Despite her anger at God, and the seemingly insurmount...
May 20, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 286
What happens when life doesn’t just take a turn, but turns completely upside down, more than once? In this powerful episode of The Problem With Perfect, we continue our Life Reimagined series with a story that will move you, challenge you, and leave you deeply inspired. Julie Barth is a writer, mother of six, trauma survivor, and founder of the Collin James Barth Outreach—a nonprofit devoted to supporting women-led households in times of crisis. In our conversation, Julie shares her incredible j...
May 13, 2025•52 min•Season 6Ep. 285
In this inspiring episode of The Problem With Perfect, we sit down with Angie Murdock, whose story of resilience and reinvention leaves us both challenged and encouraged. First, Angie reimagined her life as a newly divorced mom raising a young daughter. Then, years later, she did it again—packing up her life in small-town South Georgia and heading to Boston in pursuit of a dream that wouldn’t let go. Whether you’re facing a fresh start, navigating unexpected transitions, or just wondering if it’...
May 06, 2025•53 min•Season 6Ep. 284
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 someone completely restructure their home, family, and career to achieve their goals? And what about those nagging doubts—Am I good enough? What if I fail? Is there a secret recipe for success? While nothing is impossible, planning, organizing, and determination help...
Apr 29, 2025•48 min•Season 6Ep. 283
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 change. The decision to make a midlife career change can be daunting. The security of what’s known and comfortable may be a deterrent to risking it all for a new adventure. A career change will bring myriad challenges. Are new skills needed? Does the chang...
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 6Ep. 282
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 help tend to your heart and mind. We explore the physical and mental health benefits of gardening, the joy of getting your hands in the dirt, and the simple magic of watching things grow. Donna also offers practical tips to enhance your gardening experien...
Apr 15, 2025•43 min•Season 6Ep. 281
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, lengthier patient/physician visits, and enhanced continuity of care. In many ways, this model of care is a return to the days of personalized medicine rather than typical medical management as we know it today. Dr. Nicole Dorotik joins us today to acquain...
Apr 08, 2025•55 min•Season 6Ep. 280
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 amount of money can buy a good night’s sleep or a meaningful conversation with people we love. Today’s episode explores life's real luxuries and offers suggestions for becoming the wealthiest person you know. Much like blessings, these luxuries are often o...
Apr 01, 2025•40 min•Season 6Ep. 279
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 to live a better life – that’s what’s known as generational wealth. A recent article entitled, Radically Reframing Aging , discusses the concept of generational health – the lifestyle and examples we set for future generations who are always watching. Midli...
Mar 25, 2025•43 min•Season 6Ep. 278
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 postponed our goal-setting until spring? The weather is nicer, we are uplifted by the renewing nature of springtime, and sunshine and warm weather abound. Our mind, body, and spirit have survived the doldrums of winter and we’re ready to start anew. As we all know...
Mar 18, 2025•43 min•Season 6Ep. 277
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 wrestle with at some point in our lives. In this episode, we’re having a raw and honest conversation about what it means to appreciate our bodies at every stage of life. Joining me (Robin) are two incredible women with unique perspectives. First is my daughte...
Mar 11, 2025•51 min•Season 6Ep. 276
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 also meant to be a time for self-reflection and creativity. You can journal about anything, anyone, or what you’re grateful for. There really is no wrong or right way to journal. Recently, we learned of a new type of journaling called expressive writing. By ...
Mar 04, 2025•41 min•Season 6Ep. 275
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 of The Problem With Perfect, we sit down with Dr. Michael Schmidt, a functional medicine practitioner who believes in getting to the root cause of health issues instead of just treating symptoms. We break down how functional medicine works, why testing for vitam...
Feb 25, 2025•57 min•Season 6Ep. 274
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 with more than just memories, I left with some powerful life lessons that go far beyond football. Yes, the game was a disaster (trust me, I felt every painful moment of it). But as I sat there in the stadium, surrounded by thousands of fans, I realized that t...
Feb 18, 2025•54 min•Season 6Ep. 273
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 just plain fun? Although we may think of pickleball as being great for physical fitness, there are numerous psychological benefits including stress reduction, improved cognitive function, social connection, increased self-esteem and confidence, relief from anxiet...
Feb 11, 2025•51 min•Season 6Ep. 272
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 gloom and doom. While it's common to feel temporarily "blue," it’s important to recognize when those feelings escalate into Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or clinical depression. For many, the winter months can be particularly challenging for mental health....
Feb 04, 2025•50 min•Season 6Ep. 271
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 friendships are invaluable blessings. However, did you know that our girlfriends also provide psychological and emotional benefits? Join us for this conversation as we unpack how our girlfriend's presence in our lives enhances our health and longevity. Additionally, we...
Jan 28, 2025•43 min•Season 6Ep. 270
