The Art Of Imperfect Adulting
Real life doesn't come with an instruction manual, and most of our stories don't fit neatly into highlight reels or cautionary tales. Welcome to The Art of Imperfect Adulting, where we explore the beautiful mess of real life decisions that shape who we become. In a world dominated by picture-perfect social media posts and dramatic reality TV extremes, this show carves out a space for the rest of us – the everyday adults working to figure things out as we go. Each episode features honest conversations with guests sharing their personal stories about the choices, changes, and challenges that defined their journey. These aren't stories of flawless triumph or epic disaster. They're real accounts of life's pivotal moments – both big and small. From choosing an unconventional path and setting unexpected boundaries to moving across the country or completely reinventing yourself, we dive into the decisions that seemed simple at the time but changed everything. Host Amy Stone brings warmth and authenticity to each conversation, drawing out the subtle turning points and quiet revelations that make up the tapestry of adult life. Whether it's a career pivot, a personal transformation, or simply choosing to do things differently, these stories remind us that there's no single "right way" to navigate life's challenges. What makes this show different? We celebrate the middle ground – the space where most of us actually live. Our guests aren't always gurus or influencers; they're real people sharing real experiences. They're the "adultier adults" who've walked similar paths and can offer insights from the other side of change. You'll hear about: The small decisions that led to big changes The moments of doubt and breakthrough The unexpected wisdom gained from "wrong" turns The reality of change versus the fantasy of perfection The ripple effects of choosing your own path Perfect for listeners who: Are navigating life's transitions Feel stuck between where they are and where they want to be Love hearing real stories from real people Are looking for inspiration without the pressure of perfection Want to feel less alone in their adult journey Join us for conversations that will make you feel seen, understood, and inspired to embrace your own imperfect journey. Because sometimes the best stories come from the moments when life doesn't go according to plan. Follow The Art of Imperfect Adulting wherever you get your podcasts and join us at http://www.imperfectadulting.com
Episodes
In this episode, Amy Stone welcomes Alyssa Wolff to the Art of Imperfect Adulting. Alyssa shares her journey as a mother of five, her early dreams of a big family, and how she transitioned from a busy home life into building a successful online business as a "Take Back Your Time" coach. Their lively conversation explores how to be intentional with time, set boundaries, and make peace with choosing a different path for work and fami...
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone speaks with Kathryne Imabayashi—international educator, parent coach, and author—whose decades-spanning global journey began after a fateful encounter with the novel Shogun. Kathryne recounts how following an unexpected “nudge” to move to Japan set her on an adventure through multiple countries, shifting her perspectives on personal growth, parenting boys, self-discovery, ...
In this conversation, Amy Stone chats with guest Marcy Neumann, who shares the story of her difficult decision to leave a marriage of nearly 30 years. Marcy explains how the experience was not just a breakup, but a powerful catalyst for profound personal change. Together, they explore the realities of loneliness within marriage, the challenge of breaking from old programming, and the courage it takes to choose yourself at any age.
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In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone speaks with Karen Dwyer-Tesoriero—a New York City-based psychotherapist and life coach—about surviving and rebuilding after a stunning financial crisis. Karen candidly shares the turning point when she discovered her family’s mortgage hadn’t been paid in 14 months, the personal upheaval that followed, and how she found resilience and self-belief while pulling herself and h...
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, host Amy Stone welcomes Shayna Bergman, a coach and former HR leader, to discuss a pivotal moment during the pandemic lockdown that changed the course of her professional and personal life. Shayna shares the story of a work incident that led her to reevaluate her career and take a bold leap into coaching, aligning her work with her true values and passions.
About the Guest:
Shayna Ber...
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone speaks with Megan Tobler—entrepreneur, podcast host, and founder of the Together community for mompreneurs—about navigating job loss during pregnancy and redefining what “safety” and “success” mean in the world of modern motherhood and entrepreneurship. Megan shares her story of being laid off while pregnant, pivoting from a high-achieving corporate sales career to buildin...
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone talks with Kelly Morgan f about her lifelong journey with weight, self-image, and healing through self-expression. Kelly shares how writing her semi-autobiographical novel, "Weight for It," became a transformative act of self-care and self-discovery, and how helping fellow indie authors has become a new passion. Together, they explore themes of vulnerability, creative proc...
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone speaks with guest Jen Vertanen to unpack the raw story of calling off a divorce at the 11th hour. Jen shares what led her to the breaking point in her second marriage, the self-discoveries that followed, and how she spent the next decade rebuilding her sense of self from the inside out. Their conversation covers the complexities of adult relationships, healing childhood wo...
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, host Amy Stone chats with Laura Bratton. Laura shares her deeply personal journey of losing her vision as a teenager, navigating grief and identity, and building a life grounded in grit, gratitude, and purpose. Together, they touch on adapting to traumatic change, the power of support systems, and practical ways to embrace a new normal—no matter what life throws your way.
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In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone speaks with Agatha Brewer—Atlanta-based business and marketing coach—to unravel the real-life journey from climbing the corporate ladder to launching a purpose-driven solo business. Agatha opens up about her family’s immigrant roots, how repeated layoffs and health challenges inspired her entrepreneurial leap, and the mindset shifts that made it all possible.
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In this conversation, Amy Stone welcomes Amy Grace to explore her experience becoming a mother at 17 and how that shaped her life. Yes there are two Amy's in this episode. Amy Grace opens up about the choices, challenges, and support systems that helped her transition from a teen mom to a therapist and coach supporting mothers today.
About the Guest:
Amy Grace is a therapist, and host of the "Everyday Super Moms" podcast. With experi...
In this inspiring episode, Amy Stone is joined by Amanda Bearce, who shares her story of leaving a “safe” eight-year career in IT to follow her passion for health and wellness coaching. Amanda opens up about the emotional and practical challenges of stepping away from security towards a more fulfilling, self-directed career, and how her personal self-care journey fuels her work with clients.
About the Guest:
Amanda is a board-certifi...
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone speaks with Greg Wasserman—Los Angeles-based relationship broker and head of relationships at RSS.com—to talk about the intersection of mental health, career upheaval, and family milestones. Greg opens up about his struggles with depression, the impact of job loss, and how the birth of his niece set the stage for his own personal “rebirth.”
About the Guest:
Greg Wasserman is...
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone welcomes Laura Marie Rubin, founder of Wild Awake Woman, for a cconversation about embracing change and redefining fulfillment in midlife. Laura shares her journey from a decades-long career in office administration to building a life and business aligned with her true values—connection, joy, and freedom. Their conversation explores the concept of “the awakening” that ofte...
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, host Amy Stone welcomes Catherine Crestani, leadership coach and former speech language pathologist from Australia. Catherine shares her transformative journey—from building a thriving business at the expense of her well-being, to restoring her health by embracing intuition and her psychic gifts. Together, they explore how chronic stress can sneak into our lives, what it looks like ...
In this episode, Amy Stone welcomes Shannyn Schroeder, a former English teacher, curriculum writer, and executive function coach, who shares her journey from teaching and raising three children to launching a blog dedicated to providing resources and support for neurodivergent women. They dive deep into how unexpected life changes can inspire new paths, why adult ADHD and autism diagnoses are on the rise among women, and the import...
In this episode, Amy Stone speaks with Maureen Pound, entrepreneur, author, and single mother by choice, to explore imperfect adulting, intentional family planning, and rediscovering intimacy after years focused on parenting. Maureen shares her unique journey to motherhood via donor conception, the realities of online dating after kids, and how she ended up writing a book for men about getting laid on Tinder. Get ready for an open,...
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, host Amy Stone welcomes Seattle-based writer and public health expert Ted Neill. Ted shares his journey from an early passion for writing, through a career dedicated to public health and humanitarian work across the globe, to finally embracing a full-time career as an author. Their conversation dives deep into the challenges of career pivots, self-care, the reality of non-linear adu...
In this powerful and honest episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, host Amy Stone sits down with Ray Martin to explore how a planned six-month sabbatical transformed into a 14-year journey of self-discovery across the globe. Ray shares his remarkable story of rebuilding a life after personal and professional upheaval, the lessons learned from letting go, and the unexpected turns that led to lasting change.
About the Guest:
Ray Mar...
In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, host Amy sits down with Kerry Komarov to discuss her transition from a decade-long teaching career to entrepreneurship. Kerry opens up about why she left her dream job, the challenges of balancing motherhood and work, and how she created a new, fulfilling path outside the classroom.
About the Guest:
Kerry Komarov is a former middle school reading teacher who, after starting a family, ...
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