{"podcast":{"title":"Being Imperfectly Perfect","slug":"being-imperfectly-perfect-6700836","podcast_index_feed_id":6700836,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/anna-wood/","website_url":"https://beingimperfectlyperfect.mykajabi.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/0a91e2eb-ccd3-434d-94e9-c64844118e0d/Copy-of-Being-Perfectly-Imperfect-Kajabi.jpg","author":"Anna Perry","episode_count":27,"summary":"Join host Anna Perry on \"Being Imperfectly Perfect,\" a podcast celebrating the beauty of imperfection and the courage it takes to embrace life's uncertainties. Each episode features heartfelt conversations with inspiring guests who share their personal stories of overcoming challenges, embracing imperfections, and moving forward with resilience and authenticity. From navigating setbacks and failures to finding strength in vulnerability, our guests offer valuable insights and wisdom on how to live a meaningful and fulfilling life despite its imperfections. Through candid discussions and reflections, \"Being Imperfectly Perfect\" reminds us that perfection is not a requirement for success or happiness – it's the journey of self-discovery and growth that truly matters. Tune in to \"Being Imperfectly Perfect\" for uplifting stories, practical advice, and empowering messages that will inspire you to embrace your imperfections and live life to the fullest. Because in a world obsessed with perfection, it's the imperfect moments that make us beautifully human.","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/being-imperfectly-perfect-6700836"},"episode":{"title":"Did You Build a Business for Freedom… or a Prison?","slug":"did-you-build-a-business-for-freedom-or-a-prison","published_at":"2026-05-22T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/being-imperfectly-perfect-6700836/did-you-build-a-business-for-freedom-or-a-prison","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/being-imperfectly-perfect-6700836","url":"https://beingimperfectlyperfect.mykajabi.com","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0ad1cc79-ea5e-4bc7-8797-6809a57aa951.mp3","summary":"In this episode of Being Imperfectly Perfect , Anna Perry explores the hidden pressure many business owners and high-achievers place on themselves — and why so many people end up building a business for freedom, only to create another version of burnout. Anna shares honest reflections on: The struggle of taking time off as a business owner Why your business can quietly become your identity The difference between healthy growth discomfort vs. exhaustion How “pushing through” can actually make things take longer Why flow and rest increase effectiveness The patterns driven people often repeat in business and life Letting go of perfectionism and getting back on track without self-judgement The importance of asking: What do I actually want? This episode is a reminder that you are not here to become a slave to the very thing you created for freedom. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, pressured, exhausted, or like you’ve lost yourself inside your business, this conversation will help you pause, reflect, and reconnect with what really matters. Key Takeaways Freedom is often the real goal behind building a business Rest is productive — flow creates efficiency There’s a difference between fear-based resistance and genuine exhaustion Small shifts create powerful long-term change You do not need to punish yourself when you fall off track — just begin again Mentioned in this episode Mindset Moments — Daily Email Support Short daily mindset emails from Anna designed to help you reset, refocus, and reconnect with yourself in a calmer, more aligned way. Sign up for Mindset Moments here Connect with Anna Perry Aligned Coaching & Consulting Being Imperfectly Perfect Enjoyed the episode? Please share, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps more people discover conversations around…","meta_description":"In this episode of Being Imperfectly Perfect , Anna Perry explores the hidden pressure many business owners and high-achievers place on themselves — and w…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":950,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/being-imperfectly-perfect-6700836/episodes/did-you-build-a-business-for-freedom-or-a-prison/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/being-imperfectly-perfect-6700836/did-you-build-a-business-for-freedom-or-a-prison.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}