The Art Of Imperfect Adulting

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...

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...

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-achievin...

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 th...

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...

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 wh...

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...

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 "Ever...

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...

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...

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 c...

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...

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 t...

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 lai...

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-...

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 las...

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 t...

Amy Stone welcomes licensed professional counselor and foster parent Megan Hamm to discuss how becoming a foster parent transformed her approach to working with children and families experiencing trauma. Megan shares her personal journey, the challenges of supporting kids in crisis, and how her lived experience informed her work as a mental health professional. About the Guest: Megan Hamm, Ed. S.,...

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 Imp...

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...

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...

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 s...

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,...

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 remi...

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:...