‘not so perfect’ is a reflective audio series tracing the deeper patterns beneath everyday life. Each episode explores how we make sense of ourselves, how we relate, and how we move through change. Through story, observation, and quiet inquiry, the podcast offers a clear, grounded look at the structures that shape a human experience.
Unpacking the Unspoken: The Silent Generation's Emotional Echoes
Have you ever wondered why emotional expression feels so complex in your family? In this episode of "not so perfect," Jessica Flower uncovers the hidden legacy of the Silent Generation. Explore how their formative years, marked by war and resilience, fostered a culture of emotional stoicism. Learn how the emphasis of "keep calm and carry on" created an emotional repression that continues to echo through generations, impacting intimacy and emotional regulation in their children, grandchildren, and future descendants.
10 Jun 2025
Burden of Freedom: Choice in the Aftermath of Catastrophe
How do we find meaning when the world crumbles around us? In this thought-provoking episode of "not so perfect," Jessica Flower delves into the heart of existentialism, exploring how Jean-Paul Sartre's philosophy of radical freedom illuminates the lived experience of trauma and the challenging journey of meaning-making. Through insightful discussion and relatable scenarios, we uncover how even in the aftermath of catastrophe, choice endures, and how embracing this "burden of freedom" can be the first step toward agency and authentic living.
2 Jun 2025
Beyond Genes: When Mom's Past Becomes Baby's Future
Is trauma inherited? In this "not so perfect" episode, Jessica Flower explores how a mother's personal past can physicallyand emotionally shape her child before birth. Through a listener's powerful story and groundbreaking science, we uncover the invisible ways our earliest experiences influence our lifelong patterns and stress responses. Discover the profound impact of prenatal programming and the wisdom found in understanding our unseen inheritances.
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