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Perfectly Broken

Perfectly Broken

By Dani Stedman

Just like the Japanese art of kinsugi, we're not trying to hide the cracks of our broken past, but rather highlight those struggles with gold. I will be vulnerable, real and raw with y'all as we figure out how we can turn the damaged pottery of our lives into stunning works of art that are even more beautiful than we ever thought possible. I am your host, Dani Stedman. We're talking spirituality, health and fitness, eating disorders, trauma, and how to find peace and harmony in life. I'll share my story and insights, as well as invite some powerful guests to join the show so we can learn.
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Shifting Out of Victim Consciousness with Spiritual Psychotherapist Casey Stevens

Perfectly BrokenApr 26, 2023

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Tips for Revamping Your Habits to Achieve Your Goals

Tips for Revamping Your Habits to Achieve Your Goals

Hey there! On this episode of Perfectly Broken we are talking all about habits. We talk about getting rid of bad habits, implementing better habits, and just revamping your life by designing the habits you need to achieve your goals. This episode is full of relatable examples, valuable advice, and tangible ways you can implement these changes today.

What you’ll hear:

How a bad habit is formed
Advice on how to get rid of a bad habit
How to beat cravings
Recognize and stop the negotiations
All about habit stacking
Tangible tips for strengthening your willpower
The benefits of having an accountability partner
My favorite mantra to achieve create healthy habits to reach your goals
How to course correct when challenges arise


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May 31, 202326:34
How I’ve Cultivated Vulnerability Into My Greatest Super Power

How I’ve Cultivated Vulnerability Into My Greatest Super Power

On this episode of Perfectly Broken, we are discussing how vulnerability can be your very own super power. We talk about all the benefits of being vulnerable and how I’ve learned to cultivate it into my greatest strength to build deeper connections, gain accountability and support, and take away the power my deep, dark secrets and insecurities have had over me. This episode goes into my story on how I first found the courage to share my story in a real, vulnerable way and the various ways I strengthened it and utilized it as such a powerful tool for empowerment in my own life. I also include tips, reflections, and nuggets of actionable steps for you to start practicing it in your own life.

What You'll Hear:

How I’ve used vulnerability to develop many deep friendships as an adult How vulnerability can be used to gain support and accountability in your struggles Why I’ve decided to niche down in my life coaching business to help my clients harness their own vulnerability I share my own vulnerability journey from feeling like a fraud with my perfectly curated, fake social media to finally sharing my deep, dark secret and the result of that first scary post What happened when I put away the façade of perfection and opened up to my humanity How my response to negative comments shifted over time after sharing vulnerably What I did to take back my power from the insults and judgement I received online How I’ve learned to love my body after years of body dysmorphia The breakthrough I had at my recent retreat How sharing my embarrassing dance workout videos have taught me to let loose and play more My hard realization that I still had disordered eating and how sharing something so personal helped me achieve the next step in my food recovery Why vulnerability is the basis of progress How our subconscious tries to protect us and create a resistance to stepping into the unknown Tangible tips to change our language to empower us to create change and achieve our dreams A quick homework assignment to practice being vulnerable

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May 24, 202329:33
The Beauty of Being Single
May 17, 202322:09
12 Universal Laws and How to Apply Them to Manifest the Life of Your Dreams
May 12, 202324:03
Thank God for My Subconscious Mind's Protection as my Repressed Memory Came Back
May 03, 202324:13
Shifting Out of Victim Consciousness with Spiritual Psychotherapist Casey Stevens
Apr 26, 202339:17
Is Done Is Better Than Perfect? A Chat About Perfectionism
Apr 19, 202320:13
Do We Need to Find Gratitude for Our Traumas to Heal? - A Healing Journey with Adri Thomas
Apr 12, 202338:09
Navigating Dating with an Eating Disorder
Apr 05, 202342:21
Manifestation, Authenticity, and All Things Spirituality with Rachel Gibler
Mar 29, 202338:52
Releasing The Identities That No Longer Serve You and Identifying Your Values with Kelly Haze

Releasing The Identities That No Longer Serve You and Identifying Your Values with Kelly Haze

Mar 22, 202347:15
Navigating Adrenal Fatigue, Burnout, and Tapping Into Your Inner Child

Navigating Adrenal Fatigue, Burnout, and Tapping Into Your Inner Child

Hey there! On this episode of Perfectly Broken. In this episode, I am sharing with you what I've been currently navigating through. We dive into the topic of extreme adrenal fatigue and how it can impact our daily lives. We talk about my personal journey of navigating through addictions, constantly feeling the need to prove myself, and struggling with a busy schedule. I discuss how I am working to shift my mindset and get back in touch with my inner child, ultimately finding a way to keep track of my energy and protect it. Join in as we explore the importance of self-care and mental health in today's fast-paced world.

What you’ll hear:

Getting extreme adrenal fatigue Navigating through addictions and shifting through them Feeling like you need to constantly prove yourself Shifting how you look at a busy schedule Getting back in touch with my inner child How I’m keeping track of my energy and protecting it


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Mar 15, 202320:02
Parenting Tips I Learned From Raising My Kittens and How To Deal with The Problem Child

Parenting Tips I Learned From Raising My Kittens and How To Deal with The Problem Child

Hey there! On this episode of Perfectly Broken, I'll be sharing my thoughts on the age-old debate of nature versus nurture, and how it affects us as individuals. I'll also be talking about my experience getting my kittens and the joys of being a pet parent. Plus, I'll dive into the struggles of choosing a favorite child and the guilt that often comes with it. And lastly, I'll share some of my personal tips for navigating the challenges of parenting a "problem child". Although I'm not yet a human parent I'm sharing with you what I've learned being a cat mom.

What you’ll hear:

Nature vs nurture and what it means How I ended up getting my kittens Choosing a favorite kid and the mom guilt that comes with it My tips when it comes to navigating the “problem child”


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Mar 08, 202323:05
The Trap of Comparison- DON'T FALL FOR IT

The Trap of Comparison- DON'T FALL FOR IT

Join me in this episode as we explore the topic of comparison, how it affects our daily lives, and how it shows up on social media. We'll discuss navigating a world of filters and choosing where to spend our energy, while sharing three ways to overcome comparison and find our unique strengths. By understanding how comparison impacts us, we can build more fulfilling lives and relationships, and embrace our authentic selves.


What you’ll hear:

Falling into comparison and how it plays a role in our life How this shows up in my day to day and on social media Navigating a world of filters Choosing how and where you spend your energy The 3 ways to overcome comparison and find your strengths

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Mar 03, 202327:24
The Practice of Gratitude

The Practice of Gratitude

In this episode, we'll explore the power of gratitude as a practice and not just an action. We'll discuss how to start your gratitude practice and how vulnerability can be a strength. We'll also address feelings of scarcity and how to shift out of the overshadowing joy habit, while highlighting the three components of gratitude that can help cultivate a positive mindset. Join us as we dive into the world of gratitude and learn how it can transform your life.

What you’ll hear:

Gratitude as a practice and not just an action What you can do to start your gratitude practice My greatest strength is my vulnerability Why we sometimes avoid fully allowing others in Navigating scarcity around losing people or expecting something to go wrong Shifting out of the overshadowing joy habit The 3  components of gratitude


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Mar 03, 202326:38
Breaking the Cycle: The Addictive Nature of Eating Disorders

Breaking the Cycle: The Addictive Nature of Eating Disorders

Please be advised that this podcast may contain discussions about sensitive topics such as eating disorders, sexual abuse, and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder or experiencing suicidal thoughts, we urge you to seek professional help immediately. You can contact the National Eating Disorders Association Helpline at 1-800-931-2237 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for immediate support. While we strive to provide a safe and supportive space for our listeners, the content of this podcast is not intended to serve as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult with a licensed healthcare provider before making any changes to your current treatment plan or lifestyle.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the world of eating disorders and explore how they are actually addictions. I share my personal journey, discussing the fluidity of my eating disorder, how it crept up on me, and the first time I noticed my habits weren't "normal". You’ll hear about the struggle with binge and restriction cycles and the impact it has on your life, as well as the challenge of navigating the world as a "healthy" person with a big secret. We also talk about what led me to seek help and my experience in a treatment center. We learn about what the ups and downs of a recovery journey could look like, including how to navigate setbacks. I share the glamorized horror of what it's really like to live with an eating disorder and the beauty, pain, and difficulties of the healing process. Finally, we explore where I am now on my journey, including the importance of vulnerability.

What you’ll hear:

A look into eating disorders and how they actually are addictions What my eating disorders started and the fluidity of them The first time I noticed my eating habits weren’t “normal” How eating disorders creep up on you and quickly consume your whole life What led to me purging for the first time Falling into a binge and restriction cycle and how that affected me Navigating the world as a “healthy” person yet hiding a big secret behind closed doors What led me to ask for help and release that dark secret Going into a treatment center and the shift it made Spiraling back into my ED when someone I trusted took advantage The glamorized horror of what’s actually happening When I started to show the world who DANI truly is Learning to be vulnerable Quitting the binging cold turkey and that shift The beauty and what it takes to heal an eating disorder What the beginning of my recovery looked like and navigating addictive habits Where I am now on my journey

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Mar 02, 202353:45
The Sad Reality of Adult Bullying and Behind The Scenes of an Influencer

The Sad Reality of Adult Bullying and Behind The Scenes of an Influencer

Hey, what's up, y'all? Welcome to the perfectly broken Podcast. Today, we are diving head-first into the world of influencers, adult bullying, and how they co-exist. As always, I get real and vulnerable sharing with you some of the best experiences as an influencer, some of the worst, and some that I'm still learning to navigate. Whether you are someone who desires to be an influencer, judges influencers, bullies other adults, or gets bullied this episode will give you an insider look into what that looks like and what it can cause. 

What you’ll hear:

Childhood bullying and what it looked like for me How I got started in social media and built a presence as an influencer How I started making new friends and connections Adult bullying and my experience with it in the workplace environment Dealing with social media stalkers Being an instagram girlfriend The downside of being an influencer The self-bullying online

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Mar 02, 202352:25
5 Lessons I learned From My Dads Death

5 Lessons I learned From My Dads Death

Hey, what's up, y'all? Welcome to the perfectly broken Podcast. In this emotionally charged episode, I share a very personal journey of navigating the stages of grief. This episode is a deeply vulnerable one of my first ever close experience with death and I hope it serves you as a reminder that if you're feeling like this you are not alone.

What you’ll hear:

The first time I experienced death Navigating the stages of grief Being the only one available to be my dad’s caretaker The greatest gift that came during his last few months Mentally preparing to lose a loved one Finding my faith and going through my first spiritual awakening Realizing we are never alone and shifting out of the silent suffering What helped me navigate the healing process Hearing my dad take his last breath The reality of how and when grief hits What are soul contracts and releasing resentments

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Mar 02, 202359:01
Everything You've Ever Gone Through Led You Here - Donna's Spiritual Journey and Conversations with God

Everything You've Ever Gone Through Led You Here - Donna's Spiritual Journey and Conversations with God

Hey, what's up, y'all? Welcome to the perfectly broken Podcast. Today, is a super special episode- we have our very first guest and that guest is my mom, Donna Stedman. In this episode she shares her journey through religion, spirituality, conversations with God, and finally following your purpose when you're a parent. This episode is so rich and full of knowledge. Listen in with an open heart and allow this to be an anchor reminder of what's possible.

What you’ll hear:

Meet Donna Faith, religion, and a 30 year age-gap relationship Living the american dream and realizing there’s still something missing Her conversations with God The virtual tour God took her on and what she saw What her friends and family said when she told them about these conversations Navigating when spirituality and religion merge How to know when something you’re reading or learning is your truth What happened when she dove into studying all the religions Losing close friends along the way and navigating that Selling a big family home and moving into the our rental because of an IRS investigation How money started showing up and the next download of a retreat center When Just Us Gals came to be Following your purpose when you are a parent Realizing the way God works to bring your purpose to life Looking back and seeing how everything you’ve been through led you to where you are today


Learn More About Henry's Home:

@henryshomesanctuary | Website


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Mar 01, 202301:06:47
Navigating Imposter Syndrome to Actually Reach Your Goals

Navigating Imposter Syndrome to Actually Reach Your Goals

Hey, what's up, y'all? Welcome to the perfectly broken Podcast. Today, we are having a conversation all about imposter syndrome. In this episode, we dive into what that is, what it could look like, what it looks like in my life currently, and how to navigate it. You are not alone, ever. 

What you’ll hear:

How I’m experiencing imposter syndrome What is imposter syndrome and how it pops up into our lives Major companies and amazing leaders that failed at first The reality of who experiences imposter syndrome What’s held me back from starting my podcast and life coaching business Best ways to navigate imposter syndrome

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Mar 01, 202320:51
The Journey That Led Me Here- Meet Dani

The Journey That Led Me Here- Meet Dani

Hey, what's up, y'all? Welcome to the perfectly broken Podcast. Today, we are getting to know each other. In this episode, I get real, raw, and vulnerable with you and I share what makes me who I am, what got me here, my spiritual awakening, and the mission for this podcast. I hope you connect with bits and pieces of my story and that this episode serves you as a reminder that you are not alone.

What you’ll hear:

The procrastination process of starting something new Why I’m back home and living with my mom at age 33 Searching for faith when you don’t trust someone is watching over you because of traumatic events What led me to want to find my faith Coming to my spiritual awakening when my soul was ready Healing the relationship with my dad before he passed How my dad’s passing impacted my gratitude and mindset Learning to navigate a new chapter of life What we will be talking about on this podcast


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Mar 01, 202322:53
It's Time To Find The Beauty In Our Broken Pieces- Welcome
Feb 25, 202302:21