Present Not Perfect

#43: In this episode, I speak to my friend Esther, who I know through VeeFriends, an NFT Project I am a part of.  Esther speaks to us about her journey to transformational self love.  Even if you cannot identify with Esther's personal story about embracing being a witch / or practicing witchcraft, you'll be able to apply it to your own life in some capacity. She's very inspiring to listen to!  She also speaks about her NFT project, WitchyBits.  Find her on Twitter here: https://mobile.twitter.com/witchybits1  Check it out & Please letme know if i can help you!  https://opensea.io/collection/witchybits    Love you Leyla

This episode is for you - dear parent - and it's about sugar. and our kids. And Halloween. And all. that. Halloween. candy! But really, the tips Ciara Spencer gives in this episode are ones we can work on the rest of our parent lives. The way we behave around fun foods, treats, sugar, and more is likely how our children will be as adults.  Connect with Ciara, HERE Connect with Leyla (host), HERE The concept of being neutral about candy and sugar and not putting it on a pedestal is so smart.  And to me, beats micromanaging.  Raising intuitive eaters is my mission. I want nothing more than my kids to have a healthy relationship with food and their bodies. I'm passionate about getting as much information out about this topic as I can, which is why I brought Ciara on the podcast to talk about Halloween candy! Letting your kids trust their own hunger cues and their bodies. I think you'll really enjoy what Ciara has to say. If you like it, or don't, please feel free to let me know or leave a review! 

Join podcaster, Leyla Sarper as a guest on the Hacking the Hustle Podcast! Hacking the Hustle is a show hosted by Benjamin Sklar dedicated to helping curious people gain insights into entrepreneurship, motivation, and having a positive mindset. We get real about what's holding us back from doing what we want to be doing, creating content, just putting our voice out there into the world. Why content is essential for your brand or business and tips for someone who's thinking about starting their own podcast. We also touch on NFTs (I'm just learning!) and blockchain. And to my delight, we geek out talking about Gary Vee (Gary Vaynerchuk) :)  Let us know what you thought!:) feedback is very appreciated. 

#39: In this episode, I chat with Julie Flygare, President & CEO of Project Sleep about World Narcolepsy Day 2021 (celebrated on September 22nd each year). I was diagnosed with Narcolepsy while I was a college student at Colorado State. Then in 2014, my cataplexy symptoms developed. This is a neurological condition that has so many stigmas and misinformation. I'm so grateful to Julie for the work she's doing to help people get diagnosed faster and just general awareness. To connect with Julie, click HERE To connect with Leyla, click HERE Check out Project Sleep, HERE Julie Flygare, JD, currently serves as President & CEO of Project Sleep. She is an internationally recognized patient-perspective leader, an accomplished advocate, and the award-winning author of Wide Awake and Dreaming: A Memoir of Narcolepsy.  Since receiving a diagnosis of narcolepsy with cataplexy in 2007, Flygare advanced her leadership in the sleep and healthcare space through speaking engagements, publications, earned media, collaborations, and advocacy and awareness initiatives. Prior to accepting her current role as President & CEO of Project Sleep, Flygare served as President of Project Sleep's Board of Directors, while also gaining invaluable experience in marketing and philanthropy at the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and City of Hope. Additionally, she served on the National Institutes of Health's Sleep Disorders Research Advisory Board from 2012 – 2015. Flygare received her B.A. from Brown University in 2005 and her J.D. from Boston College Law School in 2009, focusing on health law, policy, and rare disease drug development.

#38: The podcast is back!!:) I am so happy. It's been one year, to the day. This episode is for YOU, you're going to feel very motivated to take action on your project or goal today. Let me tell you about our guest, Cam Palu. Cam is one half of the dynamic duo known as Camiah. She's a fun haver, email coder, coffee drinker, video creator, artist, drawing maker, wannabe chef, kid wrangler, and wishful comedian. She's also my friend who I met when I worked at a digital marketing agency in Denver. She's very good at helping people START the things they have been wanting to start. She volunteered to be my first guest for the reboot of my podcast after the maternity break. Cam was a guest for episode 6 of the show (back when it was still called Present Not Perfect). That episode was titled "How To Be Creative Everyday. Why Just Starting Eliminates Fear"  Cam is so wise and motivating. This episode is all about STARTING and DOING. She has some really great insights on why you can't over think it and why you must just start today. You will always adjust and get better. But starting NOW, is what it's all about.  Cam is out to make the world a kinder, more inclusive space. Like, how amazing is that? But you know what the best part is? She is actually living this every day in how she shows up in the world and how she raises her two boys. She is teaching her two kids how to make others feel seen. I almost teared up at this part. She said, many people don't ever feel seen in their day to day life. So whether it's saying hi to someone one the street, or going up to a kid in class because you can just tell that he has a tough home life. We talk about this in the episode too.  Please hit me up on Instagram. I would love to know what you think! Or what project you're starting. Let me know how I can help.  XO, Leyla  To connect with Leyla Sarper click HERE To connect with Cam Palu click HERE Learn more about Cam & Camiah HERE

Hey there! It’s Leyla. I wanted to give an update on the podcast. As I’m recording this I am 39 weeks pregnant and about to pop literally any day now… I am so excited to welcome my second baby girl into the world. Check out my Instagram @LeylaSarper I am sure it will be filled with baby pics and story updates. The plan for the podcast is to take a break while I’m on maternity leave so I can fully be present with the new baby and my family and try not to be a sleep-deprived zombie. But I’ll be back! I’m guessing starting back up Dec 1st, but who knows, maybe I’ll just wait till the new year. I’m just playing it by ear. It could be sooner too! I’m not going to put any hard deadlines on myself. Thank you for supporting the podcast with your time. It means the world to me that you’ve listened to one episode, or a few, or more! I know, you’re devastated there won’t be any new episodes to listen to, so I will recommend my favorite podcast, The Skinny Confidential, The GaryVee Audio Experience, and The Motherly Podcast. All solid choices. 2020 has been...challenging. But has also been a blessing in disguise for many of us as we’ve had to take a good hard look at what we want to do in life. Now is the time to take action. Take messy action. Do not fall into the perfection trap. Just move forward. And don’t care what people say. They will try to talk you out of it potentially or give their reasons why you won’t be good at that thing. Don’t listen. You know what’s the truth because you’ll feel it in your gut. Listen to your intuition. Don’t have regret. Just try and remember there’s really no such thing as failing. Just learning! I love you and I know you can do it. See you over on Instagram :) Love, Leyla

#37: Jaclyn Zubiena specializes in helping overwhelmed moms go from struggling to enjoying the heck out of motherhood and life. She’s a trained Life Coach and a Certified Health & Wellness Coach. In this episode, Jaclyn gives tips and offers advice on how to shorten your to-do list, how to get rid of the shoulds, and how to be more present by having compassion and love for yourself. This is also going to be my last episode as I take a little break for the arrival of my second daughter. I can’t believe it’s been one year since I launched this podcast in August of 2019! Thank you for listening, thank you for being here.  Connect with Jaclyn here: https://www.instagram.com/jaclynzubiena/ Connect with Leyla here: https://www.instagram.com/leylasarper/ I will resume the podcast in the Fall of 2020. :)  Love you XO, Leyla

#36: In this episode, I chat with the creator of The Happiest Mama on the Block 5280, Chelsea Griffith.  Some of the topics we dive into include:  - Her mission to empower women to see their self-worth past the role of motherhood and help them to improve their self-care, self-love, and joy - The Five R's: Reconnect, Rest, Rejuvenate, Renew, & Red Wine! - TikTok & why it's fun to put out content there - Tips for putting out content - not caring what people think.  To connect with Chelsea, follow her Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/chelsgriff5/  To connect with Leyla, follow her Instagram at:  https://www.instagram.com/leylasarper/ As always, please share this episode with a friend! Thank you for your time and for being here. Love you! Love, Leyla

#35: In this episode, I chatted with the one and only Jacki Carr, a Goal Coach & Speaker who works with womxn to uplevel their Voice, Vision & Goals. Jacki is also an avid hiker and mama to 2 little girls. Jacki is just one of those people that lights up the room and I’m so excited to share this conversation I had with her.  The biggest takeaway I want you to get from this episode is the 3 B words: Busy, Balance and Boundaries. Months ago, before covid-19 changed everything, I went to an in-person event where Jacki spoke on this topic and I was forever changed. You’re going to love it. To connect with Jacki, https://www.instagram.com/jackicarr/  To connect with Leyla, https://www.instagram.com/leylasarper/

Meet Erin Cell, Founder and CEO of Socially Powered.  After more than 20 years in corporate America, Erin decided it was time for a change, time to follow her dreams, time to explore the world, time to do what makes her happy! She has the schooling, certificates, & know-how to help you & your business overcome the fear of social media. Erin has a solid understanding of customer service, account management, marketing, reaching the right customers & finding fanatic fans. In this episode, I get some advice for people who have recently started their business or side hustle and could use some tips on how to get over the fear and daunting tasks of putting yourself out there, online for the first time. She regularly speaks around the Denver area on social media success strategies, live streaming, getting started with social, resources, tools, and hands-on demonstrations on a variety of platforms.  In addition, we talk about how we’ve been experiencing quarantine in Denver. This was recorded in May of 2020.  To connect with Erin, click here: https://www.instagram.com/sociallypowered/ To connect with Leyla, click here: https://www.instagram.com/leylasarper/ Find her on all platforms @sociallypowered Enjoy! Thank you for your time and for being here.  Love, Leyla 

#33: In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Asela Russell, of Denver CO. She is a 25 year+ OBGYN, and today she owns and operates The Center for Wellness MD, where she focuses on these areas for women in midlife and beyond:  Health & Confidence Weight gain, physical concerns, and emotional health. Vitality & Brain Function Focus, concentration, motivation, and energy. Sensuality & Sexuality Engagement, libido, and vaginal comfort. I ask Dr. Russell all the burning questions on my mind around healthier aging, prevention, hormones, birth control, botox, skincare and I just loved hearing what she had to say. She is so knowledgeable in all of these areas and has years of experience in her practice to back it up.  Prevention is key. And starting today, not when you're 50. :)  I hope you enjoy it! To connect with Dr. Asela Russell, follow her Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/centerforwellnessmd/ To connect with me, Leyla, follow me on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/leylasarper/ If you've gotten any value from this show, please leave a rating and review. Thank you so much for your time and attention, and for being here.  Love you,  Leyla  

#32: In this episode, join me as I speak to Andrea Vahl, someone I’ve known for years, and have been working with for my own Facebook marketing needs. Andrea is a Social Media Speaker and Consultant who is passionate about helping businesses understand and leverage the power of social media to actually grow their business.  Andrea is the co-author of Facebook Marketing All-in-One for Dummies and was the Community Manager for Social Media Examiner, for over 2 years. - She was named 50 Favorite Online Influencers of 2014 on Entrepreneur.com, 21 Best Blogs That Will Help You Grow Your Business on Inc.com in 2016, and Top 30 Women in Social Media by Boom Social. She the co-founder of Social Media Manager School, a course that’s helped over 1400 people learn social media and start a business.  Andrea Vahl’s proven ability to make social media marketing easy to understand and implement has directly impacted the bottom line of thousands of companies through her training and one-on-one consulting.  Learn more about Andrea’s books, resources, and get her Quick Start Guide to Social Media for Business on her website, www.AndreaVahl.com.  - Connect with Andrea, HERE - Connect with Leyla (host), HERE - We chat about the many hats she wears: speaker, marketer, edutainer, comedian, and mom! I'm really inspired by her story of how she decided to put herself out there with her character, Grandma Mary, and start blogging and vlogging, on YouTube ten years ago. Andrea says, getting your first troll is a GOOD thing. It means people care enough about your content and are watching. So don't be afraid of the naysayers. They're always gonna be there and they're not your people.  - Thank you for being here! Please share this episode with someone who may benefit and leave a quick rating and review if you can. Talk soon! Love, Leyla 

#31: In this episode, I sit down with Denver’s skincare expert, Angel Martinez. You might know her from Instagram from her account @MissAngelRenee where she’s constantly dropping the best skincare tips, behind the scenes from her business, Angel Aesthetics, and lots of business and personal motivational content.  You’ll get to hear in-depth about Angel’s personal story, how she launched Angel Aesthetics during a difficult time in her life, as well as tons of skincare tips you need to hear.  We chat about how she and her team got creative and got themselves through being closed for almost 3 months by offering video call consultations and at-home peels, they called, “Quarantine & Peel” Angel is always inspiring and motivating her Instagram community and we talk about where she draws her own motivation from and how she keeps the haters & trolls online at bay.  To Connect with Angel Martinez, click HERE  To Connect with Leyla (show host), click HERE Visit Angel Aesthetics at https://skincarebyangel.com/ Notes/ Products / People We Mention in the Episode:  Benjamin Fuchs / Truth Treatments / Vitamin C Serum (the best one ever!!!)  Balance Athletica - Taylor Chamberlain Dilk & Chloe Chamberlain  Erica Cobb, Daily Blast Live Lourdes, SturdyUSA  Gary Vaynerchuck, @GaryVee  Our Girl, Ally G!  The one and only Lexi - If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend! Thank you for your time. Love you, stay safe, and be well! XO Leyla 

#30: There is something in this episode for everyone, but especially so if you’re a founder, entrepreneur, parent, or business owner. I hope you enjoy it!  Kristin Darga is the Founder of Impact Founder™, a keynote speaker, award-winning author, performance, and executive coach. She has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, many teams in companies, and as a four-time founder, she understands the highly satisfying yet distressing road of entrepreneurship. After there were two suicides of startup founders and the sudden death of a third, Kristin Darga created Impact Founder to do whatever she could to help alleviate the feelings of inadequacy, isolation, stress, depression, and suicide among founders by sharing real stories of real entrepreneurs’ struggles and successes.  In this episode, we talk about pivoting your business and life during the pandemic and what that can look like, how Kristin has dealt with the many changes & setbacks that happened as a result of our current situation, how life has never been certain, like ever. Today, we are hearing over and over again how we’re living in “uncertain times.” Among the gems you’re about to hear, one of them is about not missing the hustle and how things used to be. I will say amen to that!  Things We Mentioned In the Episode & Kristin Darga’s Links: Jacki Carr, Goal Coach - BUSY = Because U Said Yes Beauty Counter: Flawless in Five & Countertime Line Kristin’s book: Impact Founder: Inspirational stories of entrepreneurs who risk everything for what they believe in  https://www.amazon.com/Impact-Founder-Inspirational-entrepreneurs-everything/dp/0996169245 Her organization, Impact Founder https://www.impactfounder.com/  To connect with Kristin on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristindarga/  To connect with Kristin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristindarga/  To connect with Leyla (host) on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/LeylaSarper

#29: In this episode, I talk with my dear friend Kelsey Harbert. Kelsey is a neuroscience student at the University of Colorado. Kelsey is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to all things neuroscience, the study of the brain and its impact on behavior and cognitive functions. What we discussed for the podcast is how to be a better listener! Something literally everyone could improve on if we’re being honest. I know I need a lot of help in this area. And I feel that those around me do too. What about you?  Kelsey will explain the practice of Reflective Listening and how it can really help improve your listening skills and relationship with your partner, or anyone else for that matter. Kelsey has been practicing this with her partner for a while now and she can attest to how much it’s made a difference in her life. Especially now, during quarantine and social distancing, where we are spending so much more time at home, it’s important to improve our communication skills. Listening is a major part of communication, but it’s something we’ve never really been formally taught how to do effectively. Plus, add smartphones and streaming tv,  it can feel like even when we are speaking to someone, the person on the other end might be glancing around, totally distracted. I dunno about you, but it feels awful when it’s being done to me. And then, I must admit, I do this to others!  Here is what you can expect:  What Reflective Listening is.  The overall goal is to create an environment that’s a safe space for you and your family - where you don’t feel alone - and heard and listened to.  The different ways to categorize it: 1) For you and your partner 2) For you, yourself The signs that you’re not listening to others  The signs that you’re not listening to yourself  Which responses should we avoid when listening to someone?  Not problem solving, pity, saying something like, “that’s crazy that’s happening to you”  because these actually make people feel alone.  You just want to be heard  - people just want to be heard and listened to.  To connect with Kelsey: www.instagram.com/askelseydoes/ To connect with Leyla: www.instagram.com/leylasarper/ Thank you for checking this episode out! If it brings you any value, please share with a friend, or maybe pass it along to your partner as a HINT ;) Love you! Xo Leyla 

#28: Our guest is Julie Barzman, she’s my friend on Instagram and we’ve been following each for a while now. I love how she’s spreading positivity into the world by sharing her journey as a mom. The ups and downs, she doesn’t hold back. We talk about her blog and website, TheMommyCodes.com that’s aimed at creating a community and resource for parents in a nonjudgmental way. She covers topics like sleep training, travel with kids, postpartum depression, and beyond. And we also talk about life during quarantine and how we just need to be kind to our selves during this difficult period we’re all experiencing.  To Connect with Julie, click HERE To Connect with Leyla, click HERE  Show Notes & Recommendations from Julie Barzman: The Parent Shift book  Gentle Parenting - staying calm, reparenting yourself Post Partum Depletion Vitamin D Lymphatic Drainage for face Lymphatic drainage for body using wooden tool by De La Heart  Honest Co. - cleaning products Seventh Generation - cleaning products Time Stamps:  1) Intro & Deep Dive  2) 36:00 Wellness & Beauty Recommendations 3) 42:00 on Being Present If this is your first time listening, thank you so much for being here. If you’re returning, thank you as well.  I love you for lending me your ears and precious time. I’m your host, Leyla Sarper. I’m a toddler mom in Denver, CO. I started this podcast to inspire others to go after the life they truly want and to not feel guilty about taking care of ourselves, and doing things that make us feel good!   Present not perfect is a show about self-care, going after our dreams, taking risks, and appreciating the present moment - and the different ways we can get to that point. It’s not about being perfect, there’s never a perfect moment or condition that needs to be met in order to start. We only have now, the present, and that’s so powerful.  Talk soon, Love you!

#27: In this episode, I chat with Liz Carlile, founder of the Motherhood Unstressed Podcast and CBD line. You're going to get a lot of value from this one. We talk all things self-care, how to stay sane during this quarantine, debunking some common CBD myths, and more! One other topic I always look to Liz on is how to let go of stress & guilt when we as parents take time for ourselves.  Liz Carlile is the host of the Top 50 podcast Motherhood Unstressed, a public speaker, entrepreneur, and mom of 2 boys. Through her podcast and her line of CBD supplements, she helps individuals create a more beautiful life for themselves and their families.  To connect with Liz, click HERE To connect with Leyla, click HERE I found the most beautiful message from Liz on her Motherhood Unstressed website, which just embodies why I started my own podcast, Present Not Perfect so well: “The greatest gift we can give ourselves and our families is to be more fully present. When we can get out of our heads and into our hearts, life changes in innumerable ways.” This episode was so fun for me because I look up to Liz in many ways. She is a constant source of support and positivity for me. I love her guided meditations, the unique content and guests she brings on her podcast, Motherhood Unstressed, and how she shows up on Instagram. She inspires me to not feel guilty about doing the things that make me feel good and help me show up as the best version of myself for my daughter and my family. I’m so excited for you to be introduced to her.  Here are the show notes from this episode & Liz’s recommendations: Find Liz at www.Motherhoodunstressed.com   Find her podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motherhood-unstressed/id1356751359  Liz recommendations: Morning pages (morning free journaling) Books & Authors: Miguel Ruiz, the 4th & 5th agreements & Gabby Bernstein Radiation Nation & Defend your shield  Joov red light therapy  -- If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend! Thank you again for listening.  Love you, talk soon!  Ley

#26: In this episode, I talk to Alysha Badiani all about her new book, her experience and her outlook on living in quarantine through the COVID-19 pandemic in London, England, and what led her to leave her stable 9 to 5 job to pursue what she was really interested in. BeYoutiful You by Alysha Badiani is an eye-opening book, with a unique and simple way to help you grow your confidence and self-esteem to allow you to live your best life. Alysha’s approach is different than anyone else’s as she touches on the importance of recognizing your own beauty, internally and externally. Alysha helps you by taking you through her own journey. She explains how she made these changes, and how you can too.  To connect with Alysha, click HERE To connect with Leyla, click HERE Find Alysha's book, BeYoutiful You at: https://www.amazon.com/BeYoutiful-You-Alysha-Badiani If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend, tag me in your insta stories, or consider leaving a rating or review on Apple Podcasts. Thank you so much for your time :)  This podcast is edited by Shaun Chapman Audio in Denver, CO What To Expect From This Episode:  - Coping through what’s going on with being quarantined and so much uncertainty - How to stay positive during quarantine and a global pandemic - Advice for someone who knows they are not doing what they’re meant to be doing - The underlying reason most people won’t make a change or even start their side hustle, blog, podcast, or passion project?  - Daily or weekly routines that help you stay on track with goals, self-care, and mindfulness - Getting rid of negative thoughts - continuing to think positive, even in an argument  - Removing sources of negativity / Being aware of what kind of energy is around - Self-actualization - your own hierarchy vs Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs  - How Alysha defines self-love. How we can have a healthier relationship with ourselves  - Mindset / the quality of your thoughts / speaking positively to yourself and others - Unconscious mind vs conscious mind - Sleep, movement, nutrition, self-care - Alysha's must have skin products - Drifting apart from your friends-auditing your circle

#25: Mary MacCarthy, is a Los Angeles-based independent journalist who worked as an international television reporter and anchor for 15 years, for networks including PBS NewsHour, Rocky Mountain PBS, France 24, and many others. She's also a single mother to a 9-year-old diva.  During this moment we are all living through, Mary is a journalist looking at how people are getting by during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mary has been following the COVID-19 pandemic very closely and was very much ahead of the curve when it comes to knowing what was going to happen in the United States. She is the most educated person I have spoken to personally about what’s happening. I have seen so much misinformation online. In this episode, I was able to ask Mary some questions that I’ve been really grappling with regarding the coronavirus, our response to it, and what we should do next.  Obviously, neither one of us are medical experts or scientists, so please visit CDC.gov for the latest. We are simply concerned citizens, moms, humans of this planet who want to weed out some of the bullshit and misinformation going around and figure out what we can do moving forward. I hope and your family are doing okay as you’re listening to this. It’s gonna take time, but we will get through this.  To connect with Mary, click HERE  Mary is reporting on Stories from the Economic Frontlines of COVID-19 at www.HowAreYouGettingBy.com  To connect with Leyla (host), click HERE  Some of the topics we cover include: The mixed messaging we got from the US administration, media outlets, and even the World Health Organization and CDC.  Stories from the Economic Frontlines of COVID-19. Mary’s new project called “How are you getting by?” She is reporting on everyday Americans are doing in all of this.  How Mary was tracking COVID-19 before most of us knew it existed How to (or sadly not) get tested The mixed messaging on masks - yes, wear masks or face coverings people.  Why Americans have trouble respecting the stay at home order Some of the trends I see on Facebook about what people are saying (including herd immunity, just quarantining the elderly, and people downplaying this) Answering some questions we got on Instagram including prophecies and aliens!? Will life as we knew it before COVID-19 go back to how it was before? Homeschooling and being with your kid 24/7 Some of the positives that have come from this!  How this is such a patriotic moment for Americans to come together, do their duty, and help each other out as best we can.  Some of the major negatives like overt racism and even violence against Asian Americans (and Asian people around the world).  Please let me know what you thought by reaching out on Instagram or even leaving a rating or review! Thank you for your time :) Talk soon. Love, Ley 

#24: Bennie Fowler  Thank you for being here! Most likely you’re listening to this one from home. This is an unprecedented time we are going through with the coronavirus pandemic. And I hope you are doing okay.  It’s impacting our everyday lives, local communities, and world. At the time of this recording on March 23rd, most of us are self quarantining and practicing social distancing or some of us are even mandated to by state order to stay home. I recorded this episode with Bennie on May 19th.  Here’s some background info on Bennie Fowler. He is a six-year veteran of the NFL. He spent four years with the Broncos and was a member of the Super Bowl 50 championship team in 2016. Bennie holds the annual Bennie Fowler youth football camp in Detroit, Michigan, is an in-demand speaker trained through the NFL Speakers Bureau, and lives in Denver during the offseason. To connect with Bennie, click HERE  You can find his book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Silver-Spoon-Imperfect-Guide-Success-ebook/dp/B082Z9JZW5  To connect with Leyla (host), click HERE We talk about his new book, Silver Spoon: The Imperfect Guide to Success. And also his thoughts on being present, the power of mindset, and as difficult as it may be to be bunkering down right now, this is also such an opportunity for us to do some of that difficult inner work, create healthy habits, and set goals.  Topics we cover in this episode:  Coronavirus & how it’s is affecting daily life Tips on how to stay on track during the quarantine  Bennie’s best selling book Silver Spoon: The Imperfect Guide to Success Catching Peyton Manning’s last pass and his experience working with him Mindfulness Goal Setting Importance of Routines Mindset & Mental Toughness Bennie shares stories and advice that will help you overcome what's holding you back. He also gives great tips on how to practice mindfulness. Something we could all use in these crazy and uncertain times we are experiencing.  I hope you can take away some inspiration for whatever you’re up to, or just some practices you can employ to get through each day.  Love you & we’re all gonna get through this and be okay :)  Leyla

#23: Skincare! Possibly my favorite topic to discuss. In this episode, I sit down with Jessibella Coffin of Modern Skin Therapy (located in Aurora, CO). She recently opened up shop and she came on the podcast to talk about her journey getting to be a licensed esthetician and business owner.  Her passion for skincare and helping her clients on their journey to healthy skin really shines through as she speaks.  To connect with Jessibella, click HERE To connect with Leyla (show host), click HERE Some of the topics in Ep. 23 include:  - Which treatments should NOT be done at home - Skin is an investment - not a one-time treatment - Top mistakes you see people making - Top 3 skincare tips - someone can apply today - Tips for someone who’s thinking about becoming an esthetician  - Sunblock & Why You Need it + stay away from chemical sunscreens - Barrier function  If you enjoy this episode and get some value from it, please share it with a friend. And if you really want to make my day, maybe life, please leave a rating and review. It only takes 20 to 90 seconds and helps the show reach new people.  THANK YOU so much for being here. Thank you for your precious time and spending some of it with me. LOVE YOU. XO Leyla 

#22: In this one, I sit down with Julie Pero. She's an amazing mama and blogger in Denver, CO.  This episode is mainly for parents or parents to be! Julie Pero is a mom and the writer of the personal blog, Mommy’s Magic. I met her at a coworking event and loved what she had to say about intuitive parenting and she gave me some advice for a friend who was struggling with being a new mom and not having a strong support system. She started Mommy’s Magic as a reaction to her own journey through motherhood; seeking answers to the unknown and learning how to trust her instincts above all other logic. Without family readily nearby to help, she’s had to find her own way, make mistakes, and learn to trust her gut feelings & intuition.  Julie is creating a community of mothers to share stories, wins & losses & lessons learned. I think you’ll enjoy Julie’s wisdom around trusting your gut and taking everyone’s advice with a grain of salt.  To Connect with Julie Pero, click here or visit her website at https://www.mommys-magic.com/about  To Connect with Leyla Sarper (host), click here or visit the podcast website at www.presentnotperfectpodcast.com  If you enjoy this episode, please share it with a friend! :)  LOVE you,  Leyla 

#21: In this episode, Leyla sits down with Video Marketing Expert, Mike Kilcoyne and talks about all things around this topic like why it’s so important for your business or personal brand, why you’re probably afraid to start, why people tend to give up too easily.  When it comes to taking your marketing and branding to the next level by incorporating videos, you just gotta jump in and continually put yourself out there. You probably will not feel ready or comfortable, but it’s a process, and the more you do, the better you get.  Other topics we touch on include loneliness, why striving to be an influencer is silly, self-care, creating habits, and why most new year resolutions fail.  To Connect with Mike, click HERE https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekilcoyne/  To connect with Leyla (host), click HERE https://www.instagram.com/leylasarper/  Mike’s Website  https://www.mikekilcoyne.com/  

Andy Seth is one of those guys that just has this energy about him. It was apparent from his online presence and when I sat down with him for this interview, I saw it in action. He is an entrepreneur, #1 bestselling author, and music producer dedicated to helping people realize their full potential. He is the founder of nine successful businesses.  In this interview, we talk about his new book, Bling, which is a parable about a rapper on a spiritual journey. It’s such a great book because it makes the whole world of spirituality, consciousness, and meditation, accessible to a diverse audience.  In this episode we discuss:  Andy’s latest venture, a social enterprise, called Flow. It was named top 10% of all B Corps worldwide because of its’ unique training program/apprenticeship for low-income youth. Andy’s childhood growing up in a Los Angeles motel until the age of 14 and how that affected him Why you don’t have to choose between “robes or forbes” - It’s possible to live a spiritual life, have inner peace AND be ambitious at the same time and go after your big dreams and goals.  Why you’ve probably been failing at meditation and how you can improve  Why the ability to concentrate will largely determine your success or failure Practical advice on starting your own thing: your side hustle, your business, your big idea and whether or not it’s the right time The ego and how we can detach from it And much more! To connect with Andy, click HERE To connect with Leyla (host), click HERE More ways to connect with Andy: https://www.andyseth.com/ Email: andy@andyseth.com   Thank you for joining us! If you enjoy this episode of Present Not Perfect, please share it with a friend.   

#19: Leyla sits down with Stephanie Sikora, best selling author, life coach, systems specialist, and professional organizer. Stephanie offers home organization services throughout the U.S., virtual coaching, and on-line resources for busy individuals and households.  This episode is for you if you’ve been feeling defeated, unmotivated, and in a constant state of chaos due to how cluttered and unorganized your space is. Stephanie really breaks down how our brain works on clutter- and spoiler alert, it’s not pretty!  I want you to be more present in your home and life. Constant clutter makes me feel frazzled, hopeless, unmotivated...the list goes on… but it never really occurred to me that my clutter and disorganization could be one of the underlying causes of why I’m not doing the things I want to be doing in life. This episode offers some insights into how this is affecting our brain, and how we can make significant improvements in our day to day lives.  To Connect with Leyla (host) click HERE To Connect with Stephanie click HERE Links & Resources:  How to Deal With Kids Art & Papers: https://www.lifemadesimpleathome.com/simple-blog/2019/9/28/top-3-mistakes-dealing-with-kids-papers  Website: https://www.lifemadesimpleathome.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemadesimpleathome Book: https://www.lifemadesimpleathome.com/simplified-the-book  Some of the things we cover in this episode include:  Your Brain On Clutter  Clutter-free gifts  - how to ask/control the influx of stuff coming in (esp from family/grandparents)  How often should we purge toys?  How to deal with your partner when it comes to getting organized:  Experiences over stuff The mental health implications over time from living in clutter, disorder, mess The physical health effects of clutter, disorder, mess

#18: In this episode, I chat with Heather Sager about public speaking, how to be a better communicator in day to day life, and how battling invisible illnesses has affected each of us (Heather's story is so inspiring!) The topic of public speaking really freaks us all out to some degree but what if we stop and think about our message, our why, and our intention. It would really help us get present and realize it’s not about us, it’s about the person or people we’re speaking to and how we can help them.  This episode is packed with so many tips on how we can be more effective communicators in our everyday life all the way to being on a stage.  Heather Sager is a speaking coach and communication expert. She helps people structure their ideas, clarify their message and hone their speaking skills so they can deliver magnetic live presentations, videos, and workshops that grow their authority.  She’s spoken on stages around the world teaching 6 and 7-figure business owners how to grow their businesses using effective communication. Heather lives in Portland, OR with her husband and two young sons (who definitely test her communication chops daily).  To connect with Heather, click HERE To connect with Leyla (host), click HERE More ways to connect with Heather: Website:https://www.heathersager.com/ Heather’s Podcast, Finding Your It Factor https://www.heathersager.com/podcast IG - https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/theheathersager/  LI https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathermsager/   Things we mention in the episode: Shoutout to Brittany Krystle (How I found Heather! Brittany is an amazing resource) Heather's Bulletish Coffee: Vital Proteins Collagen Powder, Cinnamon, MCT Oil Creamer - blended up Kindra Hall's book, Stories That Stick   

#17: I’m excited for you to hear this one, it’s packed with lots of tips on how to get clear on your message and put it into action. Also, our thoughts on marketing, branding, and selling in 2020. Of course, we have to talk about parent life, manifesting, writing down our goals, how to get over imposter syndrome, and how we practice self-care and ways that help us stay present.  Meet Deonnah Carolus: She is the founder and creator of Summit Web Marketing. She has been in digital marketing for the last 7 years. She’s most passionate about helping small business owners and entrepreneurs get clear about where they are, where they want to go, and getting real results from their digital marketing efforts. Please subscribe, rate, and review. It just takes 1 minute, but it really really helps more people find this content.  xo Leyla To connect with Deonnah click HERE To connect with Leyla (show host) click HERE  Show Notes Episode 17: (Things we referenced, mentioned, or recommend) Morning Pages Amy Landino Jacki Carr - Hikes Just in Time learning Free Insight Timer App WordPress sites Shopify ShowIt Stich Boutique in Denver Sue B. Zimmerman Jessica Zweig  Present Not Perfect Episode 10 with Dr. Karla Mehlenbacher (on Mom Brain) Present Not Perfect Episode 12 with Soshy Adelstein (on Intuitive Eating)

Bonus Episode #1: Hey you! On a whim, the day before Christmas Eve 2019, I decided to record my first solo episode in the Target parking lot.  This is the full story of how I started my podcast and what occurred just before that was the catalyst to me starting when I did. The reason I want to share this story is simply to show you what was going in my head, my worries, fears, hesitations about starting my podcast because I know many of you are going through the same thing.  You have a thing that you want to do, or start, or try, but for some reason or another, you're waiting, you're planning, and overthinking to put it simply. You gotta just START. No more waiting. It doesn't need to be perfect to start. You can improve and learn and adjust as you go. But you gotta start. like... now.  In addition to my story, the second half is some of my favorite quotes or sayings that go with this theme of STARTING and TRYING.  I'm so excited for you to embark on your journey and I hope this short episode will bring some motivation for you.  Happy HAPPY 2020. I can't belive it's 2020.  Let's make this the year we START. The. THING!  Love you,  XO Leyla  

#16: Hey you! You're going to get a lot of value from this episode. This topic literally does apply to every person. It’s about this thing we’ve been chasing to no avail - it’s called work-life balance. And what a breath of fresh air it was to speak to someone who’s life work is to help educate us that work-life balance is a myth, it’s unattainable. Instead, Dana is teaching people that we can consciously choose where we spend our time and energy, and which facets of life we choose to settle. I love that she’s taking the term “settling” and giving it a positive connotation.  It was amazing to be able to speak to Dana and get some clarity on what she means by all of this. Here’s a quick bio on her before we jump into the episode… Dana Look-Arimoto is an executive and leadership coach, mentor, inventor of Stop Settling®, and the author of Stop Settling, Settle Smart: Rethinking Work-life Balance, Redesign Your Busy Life.  I hope you enjoy this episode. If you do, please leave a rating, and share it with a friend who needs to hear this message.  XO Leyla SHOW NOTES (Things mentioned in the episode):  Dana's STOP SETTLING Quiz:  https://quiz.settlesmart.com/  Find Dana's Book, Stop Settling Settle Smart: HERE  Intuit & Pinterest - two places with great work culture 168 Hours in a week: book by  Laura Vanderkam https://lauravanderkam.com/books/168-hours/ 60/30/10 Rule  “Saying less, Doing more” Socratic questioning/ listening - amazing tool!  To Connect with Dana Look-Arimoto:  https://www.instagram.com/danalookarimoto/ To Connect with Host Leyla Sarper:  https://www.instagram.com/leylasarper or https://www.presentnotperfectpodcast.com 

#15: Why hello there! Here are the show notes for this episode with Kevin Wong of Habitual Roots. I’m excited for you to listen to this, we dive into a lot of topics but its’ all around how can be more present, appreciate the here and now, feel less lonely, and not let outside circumstances dictate how we feel and show up in the world. Lot’s of tactical advice in this episode that is easy to implement into your life and daily practice today. Let me tell a bit of background on Kevin. Kevin is the co-founder of Habitual Roots and its lead contact in Denver C.O. Kevin spent 6+ years managing projects within the engineering, nuclear, and software industries. Since obtaining his professional coaching license, Kevin has become passionate about empowering others to reflect, connect, and reset habitually. The topics we cover in this episode include: Building Habits of Positive Self Care The Link Between Loneliness & Technology The Energy Exchange Gained When We Speak in Person Conscious Breathing and Why It’s So Important The Power of the Present Moment How to be More Present Kevin’s Personal Story of Regaining his Health & Vitality Paradigm shift until mindset to deepening the connection to the greater, authentic you. To connect with Kevin, click HERE To connect with Leyla, click HERE Check out Habitual Roots: https://www.habitualroots.com/ More info about the podcast here: www.presentnotperfectpodcast.com Please, take a moment to leave a rating and share this episode with someone who needs to hear this message. And if you really want to make my day, please leave a review on the Apple Podcasts app. This helps more people to find out about the show. Thank you so much for your time, energy, and attention. Love you! Xo Ley  

#14: In this episode, I sit down with Angie Gallagher. Today, Angie is the Director of Business Development with BurstIQ, a blockchain-based health tech company. She made a massive mind shift and lifestyle change when she left her career as a photographer and decided to try new things. The main topic of this episode, however, is how she decided to go for it and find love on internet dating apps, in this case, Bumble, after being a single mom for 8 years. Angie has some great tips if you are thinking about joining one too but might have some reservations or questions. If you like this episode or get some value from it, please share with a friend, who needs to hear this message too. Leaving a rating takes less than 1 minute, and would be super appreciated. Again, thank you for time, and for choosing to spend it with me. By listening to this episode, you will receive unique advice on the dating scene and the app bumble, tips on manifestation, how to stop living in the space of “hoping,” and how to stay present by shedding preconceived notions about career & identity. Angie really shared from a vulnerable place in her heart about her journey to where she is today. I hope you enjoy! To connect with Angie, click HERE To connect with Leyla, click HERE

#13: Imagine getting paid to eat at the best restaurants in town…well, that’s what our next guest does as part of his career now. Larry Herz, of OCN EATS first entered the Denver restaurant scene in 1994 with Carmine's on Penn and has since owned five restaurants, with 730South being his most recent. Larry’s story is the perfect example of leaving something behind that isn’t serving you anymore and pivoting. You can still be actively involved in something that you love but it might not be in the same way that you once saw things panning out. Today, you can re-invent yourself at any age as long as you’re creating good content and your intentions are in the right place. We talk about taking risks, being an entrepreneur, what he had to sacrifice in his personal life, some of Denver’s best restaurants, and why you need to learn how to use social media and technology no matter where you are in life if you want to succeed in business. Thank you for being here, thank you for listening. If there’s a specific part of the show that you really like please screenshot and share with me on social media. I want to keep delivering content that is meaningful to you, so by letting me know what you really liked, it helps me in many ways. To connect with Larry Herz, click HERE To connect with Leyla Sarper, click HERE Don't forget to Subscribe/Rate/Review the Present Not Perfect Podcast so you don't miss the next episode! New episodes are published every Tuesday.  And once again, thank you, for spending your precious time with me. It really means the world. You're amazing. :)  xo Ley  Present Not Perfect is edited by Shaun Chapman in Denver, CO Other members of the production team include: Danielle Amaro & Justin Moskowitz      

#12: On this episode, I sit down with Soshy Adelstein (on Instagram, she's @SoshyAdelstein). Soshy is a coach and owner of Embody Nutrition.  She teaches people all over the world how to let go of old beliefs around dieting, eating, exercise, and weight. She practices through the lens of Intuitive Eating, and uses the health at every size approach in her coaching. Soshy is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Some of the topics we chat about include: *What Intuitive Eating really means *Soshy's personal story of years of dieting and what led to it *Body Image & Body Acceptance *Overeating *Soshy's Monthly Intuitive Eating Picnics We also talk about mom life, feeding little ones, and self care, just to name a few!  To connect with Soshy Adelstein on Instagram, click HERE To connect with me, Leyla Sarper, click HERE Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast so you can see when the next episode gets released. If you enjoyed this episode or got some value from it, please share with a friend who needs to hear this message.  And finally, please leave a rating or a review. I really love to hear what you liked, loved, or got out of it.  Thank you so much for your time and for spending it with me.  XO Leyla

#11: Ira Coleman is the founder of Button & Zipper, A Community coat drive that collects and distributes coats & jackets for the homeless, at-risk youth, and individuals living on the streets in Chicago and Denver. Ira is also the founder of Fluent Hustle, a media company, and community that Empowers, Promotes, and Inspires Entrepreneurs! In this interview, there are so many gems that will motivate and inspire you to go after your own passion project, tips on starting a non-profit, and just general sound business advice. As always, we also dive into wellness, self-care, and mental health. It was a pleasure to speak to Ira about what he’s up to and where he’s been. I hope you enjoy it too! If you like it, please leave a rating and a review and share with someone who needs to hear this message. Some of the topics in this episode include: Just Starting and Doing to get Validation  Positive Mental Attitude  Being Purpose Driven Starting your idea as a side hustle  To connect with Ira Coleman, click HERE To connect with Leyla Sarper, click HERE Don't forget to subscribe to the Present Not Perfect Podcast so you don't miss the next episode! New episodes are published every Tuesday.  And once again, thank you, for spending your precious time with me. It really means the world. You're amazing. :)  xo Ley 

#10: Have you ever felt like you’ve traded in brain cells for your baby? 'Mom Brain' is something I’ve heard thrown around on the regular and I say it myself constantly when I have a lapse in my memory or do something silly. When I did further research into it, however, I realized there isn’t that much information on the topic readily available in easy to digest formats like youtube videos or podcasts. I was so happy to sit down with Dr. Mehlenbacher to try to understand what’s going on with our brains during and after pregnancy. Spoiler alert: lack of sleep is a HUGE part of it. But it is much deeper than that too. It was fascinating to learn about this. Here’s a bit more about our guest: Dr. Karla Mehlenbacher is a Board-Certified Chiropractic Neurologist, holistic autoimmune practitioner and founder of Take Root Brain & Body. Dr. Mehlenbacher uses Integrative Neurology and Functional Medicine to help people struggling with post-concussion syndrome, childhood developmental disorders, chronic pain and many other neurological and autoimmune conditions. Some of the topics we discussed include: What is MOM Brain? What happens to the brain and body after childbirth? What are some things you can do to feel like yourself again? Do the symptoms of mom brain affect other caregivers as well? Books & Movies We Discussed: The Go-Giver Book Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself HEAL on Netflix What The Bleep Do We Know? OTHER RESOURCES: Free 10 min consultation:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6L91CvCGzcTjAX3FtwPko9pINZIYVls9rtRkvo4eqPEMW9Q/viewform?usp=sf_link   4 Simple exercises to relieve Anxiety:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmsspCCQu5RP24RzcojZ4-6uIfIhkgujK7bBQTXYEkBagr9w/viewform?usp=sf_link   Does my child have a brain disbalance: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdLTBarsXj7xhNUyGVLdTKj78a_9QmGjqShTpkYptjRfSO33A/viewform?usp=sf_link   To Connect with Dr. M: Karla Mehlenbacher, DC, DACNB, FABBIR, FIBFN-CND Website:  www.takerootcn.com Email: info@takerootcn.com, Take Root Brain & Body Development Inc. www.takerootcn.com tel: 303-993-4575   To Connect With Leyla Sarper (host):  Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/leylasarper/  #PNPpodcast Intagram: https://www.instagram.com/presentnotperfect_/

#9: A majority of the working population, around 70%, are disengaged from their job.  Hannah Oreskovich is a freelance marketing and communications consultant, the founder of Denver's BolderBeat music blog, and an entrepreneur. She's a great example of someone who was tired of settling and side hustled her way to the life she wanted. Hannah specializes in public relations, event marketing, and brand strategy for clients in the music and technology sectors. She has been published by VICE News for her research on blockchain technology, and enjoys photographing shows at Colorado's Red Rocks Amphitheatre when she's not traveling the globe. She describes how and why she started BolderBeat, a local Colorado music blog as her side hustle while she worked at a job she was disengaged at.  We talk about what exactly Blockchain technology is and why she’s passionate about her marketing/communications career within this space.  @BlondOnTheRun is Hannah's Travel/Digital Nomad/ Adventure account on Instagram. She shares her philosophy on how to be successful with posting & creating content. I wish that we could all find the self-awareness to be able to identify what aligns with our interests & passions - and then go after THAT. I'm still figuring it out myself, but at least now I can say I am fulfilled with what I'm up to because of THIS podcast. I am having so much fun doing this, far beyond what I thought was possible.

#8: Sameera Ahmed is a Denver based makeup artist with a passion for uncovering and enhancing the natural beauty in everyone. In this episode, Leyla chats with Sameera on how and why she made the leap and is now working for herself, doing what she absolutely loves. After being laid off and working in an industry she had little interest in, Sameera began to make the transition to working full time for herself around the things she was passionate about and talented in. Some of the topics we talk about include: How to Make Space for Self Love Valuing Yourself Tips for Taking the Leap & Following Your Passions & Interests Why You Should Avoid Chemical Sunscreens  Aging Gracefully & Healthfully Internal & External Skin Care Routines Clean & Ethical Beauty Brands How to Achieve Glowing Skin Simple Skin Care Routines: Less is More Do More With Less Product The Environmental Impact of the Beauty Industry Facial Massage Benefits Makeup Tips to Enhance Your Features To connect with Sameera Ahmed, click HERE To connect with Leyla Sarper (host), click HERE To learn more about the Makeup & Skincare Services that Sameera offers, please visit https://www.makeupbysameera.com/about Don’t forget to subscribe to the show so you can see when the next episode is posted! If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend who may also get value from it. And finally, please leave a review and let us know what you liked or any valuable takeaways you left with. Thank you! Xo Leyla RESOURCES & THINGS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:  Truth Treatments, Skinceuticals, NYX Cosmetics, ColoreScience, ColorUp CBD, CeraVe Baby Cream Sameera recommends full coverage stick foundations for strategic coverage.  Makeup Brands like M.A.C., Bobbi Brown, NYX  Sameera's Esthetics Site: https://www.makeupbysameera.com/esthetics 

#7: On this episode I sit down Leigh Wald McMahon. She's a mom of two and a pediatric sleep consultant with Bonne Nuit Baby. Leigh helps families create long-term sleep solutions that work, provides support, encouragement, and education about pediatric sleep, and troubleshooting on a daily basis. Let it be known that Leigh basically saved our life and sanity when we decided to hire Bonne Nuit Baby to help us get our sleep life on track with our 21 month old daughter. Literally after 2 weeks, she was sleeping through the night and it was GLORIOUS.  Some of the topics we cover include: Sleep Training 101 (What sleep training means & more!) The ideal sleep environment for babies and kids The age when most people start to need help Safe sleep tips  Sleep training methods  How to keep bedtime routine short & sweet Mom guilt Self care & Leigh's Dry Bar membership! Sleep questions from real moms from my Instagram community & so much more!  To connect with Leigh McMahon click HERE To connect with Leyla Sarper (#PNPpodcast host), click HERE Learn more about sleep training and Bonne Nuit Baby at https://www.bonnenuitbaby.com  Don’t forget to subscribe to the show so you can see when the next episode is posted! If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend who may also get value from it. And finally, please leave a review and let us know what you liked or any valuable takeaways you left with. THANK YOU, truly, for your precious time. Xo Leyla 

#6: In this episode, I sit down with Camille Palu, of Camiah. There are so many valuable takeaways from this episode. I am very excited for you to hear the interview and learn how Camille is leading an intentional life with creativity and fun being two of her core principals.  In addition to sharing how Camiah was first started, Camille gives some amazing advice about how to be creative everyday, how to incorporate fun into your day to day life, and why you should start NOW, not tomorrow. Other topics we address include:  Jumping In Free Fun Saying Yes to Opportunities Being Fully Yourself Filling Your Cup Mental Health Making & Doing & Starting Community Fear of Failure  Scheduling And much more!   To connect with me, Leyla, please click here. To connect with Camille, please click here. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show so you can see when the next episode is posted! If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend who may also get value from it. And finally, please leave a review and let us know what you liked or any valuable takeaways you left with. Thank you! XO Leyla

#5: On this episode I sit down with Author & Entrepreneur, Carlos Gil about his new book coming out on October 29th, 2019: The End of Marketing: Humanizing Your Brand in the Age of Social Media and AI. We talk tangible tips on how to grow an online community, create content, and promote yourself or your business on the internet while adding value. We also touch on how he got to where he is today, how to ignore the haters, and some of his thoughts on self care, parenting, and more!  To connect with Carlos Gil, click HERE To connect with Leyla Sarper (host), click HERE To learn more about Carlos's new book: The End of Marketing: Humanizing Your Brand in the Age of Social Media and AI, click HERE. Don’t forget to subscribe to the show so you can see when the next episode is posted! If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend who may also get value from it. And finally, please leave a review and let us know what you liked or any valuable takeaways you left with.  Thank you! Xo Leyla 

#4: Julie Flygare is a narcolepsy spokesperson and the award-winning author of Wide Awake and Dreaming: A Memoir of Narcolepsy. She lives in Los Angeles and speaks across the country and world to open people's hearts and minds to the real narcolepsy, a neurological disorder affecting 3 million people worldwide. Julie is also the founder of Project Sleep, which aims to improve public health by educating individuals about the importance of sleep health and sleep disorders. Project Sleep educates and empowers individuals using events, campaigns, and programs to bring people together and talk about sleep as a pillar of health.    In this episode, you’ll learn about Julie and her own narcolepsy story, how she approaches being present, saying no, living life on her own terms, and how she went about getting an international day dedicated to narcolepsy! (September 22nd!)  To connect with Julie Flygare, click HERE To connect with Leyla Sarper (host), click HERE To find out more about Project Sleep & World Narcolepsy Day check out: https://project-sleep.com/worldnarcolepsyday/ To learn more about Julie Flygare check out: http://julieflygare.com/ Don’t forget to subscribe to the show so you can see when the next episode is posted! If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend who may also get value from it. And finally, please leave a review and let us know what you liked or any valuable takeaways you left with. Thank you! XO Leyla

#3: On this episode I sit down with Alex England, the owner & operator of England Esthetics, located inside of Color Up Therapeutics, a local, Denver based CBD company that specializes in skin care. Some of the topics we cover include self care guilt, Eastern Botox (aka Gua Sha), CBD do's and don'ts, benefits of CBD for your skin, why you should avoid DIY skin care on Pinterest, skin care tips to bring a balanced glow back, and much more!  To connect with Alex England, click HERE To connect with Leyla Sarper (host), click HERE To learn more about holistic skin care with results visit Alex's website at: https://englandesthetics.com/ Check out Color Up Therapeutics at: https://coloruptherapeutics.com Don’t forget to subscribe to the show so you can see when the next episode is posted! If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend who may also get value from it. And finally, please leave a review and let us know what you liked or any valuable takeaways you left with. Thank you! XO Leyla 

#2: On this episode I sit down with Eating Psychology Coach Ciara Spencer of Inside Out Fit. We unpack a lot of topics in this episode around the psychology of eating and why a diet mentality is not the way to go for most people. We touch on weight issues, body image challenges, overeating, and a variety of nutrition related health concerns such as digestion, fatigue, and mood, to name a few! To connect with Ciara Spencer, click HERE To connect with Leyla Sarper (host), click HERE To learn more about Eating Psychology Coaching visit Ciara at http://www.coachciaraspencer.com/ Don’t forget to subscribe to the Present Not Perfect Podcast so you can see when the next episode is posted! If you enjoyed this episode, please share with a friend who may also get value from it. And finally, please leave a review and let us know what you liked or any valuable takeaways you left with. Thank you! XO Leyla  

#1: Episode number one is here! In the very first episode of Present Not Perfect, I sit down with Sheina Lopes. She is the creator of the blog, The Sheina Show. She's a mom, spin instructor, wife, life coach, and HR specialist in Denver, Colorado.  On this episode we discuss a common fear that people have: the fear of starting something new and the fear of failure, motivation, and how she balances her day to day life with accomplishing her goals and getting shit done.  To connect with Sheina Lopes click HERE To connect with Leyla Sarper (host) click HERE Thank you so much for listening. Please subscribe to the show so you don't miss new episodes.