You may know Michael from Love on the Spectrum, or his podcast Mr A+, or even his appearance on Ellen – he’s done it all and has gained an incredible amount of wisdom on his journey so far.

We’ve been doing this show for six years, and no-one has ever summarised it as well as Michael Theo: trying to be perfect is a wild goose chase.

In this episode, Hugh, Ryan and Josh chat to Michael about how he found his voice after growing up as a non-verbal kid, and instils on the guys some advice on how to handle nerves (and do some proper improv).

Michael, we had an absolute blast. We’ll see you for a Yowie sometime soon.

If you want to watch this full episode on YouTube, follow this link: https://youtu.be/eVtYKdJUpVU

🎧 Things to listen to:
Mr. A+ - https://apple.co/3C3kS5i
Fern Brady - Autistic in a Non-Autistic World - https://apple.co/48nT3Ax
Grace Tame - “Sexy, Scissoring, Autism!” - https://apple.co/404jXv7
Jackson Tozer - Don’t Give Up On Me - https://apple.co/3yHdawf
Jack Steele - Socials Anxiety - https://apple.co/41jNSjL
Janelle Booker - Living With ADHD - https://apple.co/41nL456
Santa Claus - A Special Vulnerabilitea House - https://bit.ly/40Y7HNs
Mrs Claus - Santa’s Better Half - https://apple.co/4gns2zX

📺 Things to watch:
Love On The Spectrum - https://ab.co/48r5iwb
Austin - https://ab.co/4eYmvQl
Michael’s Interview on Ellen - https://bit.ly/4eXRYBX
Puss In Boots - The Last Wish - https://bit.ly/4foCuqF

📱Things to check out:
Wable - https://www.hellowable.com

 

You may know Michael from Love on the Spectrum, or his podcast Mr A+, or even his appearance on Ellen &ndash; he&rsquo;s done it all and has gained an incredible amount of wisdom on his journey so far.
We&rsquo;ve been doing this show for six years, and no-one has ever summarised it as well as Michael Theo: trying to be perfect is a wild goose chase.
In this episode, Hugh, Ryan and Josh chat to Michael about how he found his voice after growing up as a non-verbal kid, and instils on the guys some advice on how to handle nerves (and do some proper improv).
Michael, we had an absolute blast. We&rsquo;ll see you for a Yowie sometime soon.
If you want to watch this full episode on YouTube, follow this link: <a href="https://youtu.be/eVtYKdJUpVU">https://youtu.be/eVtYKdJUpVU</a>
🎧&nbsp;Things to listen to:
<ul>
<li>Mr. A+ - <a href="https://apple.co/3C3kS5i">https://apple.co/3C3kS5i</a></li>
<li>Fern Brady - Autistic in a Non-Autistic World - <a href="https://apple.co/48nT3Ax">https://apple.co/48nT3Ax</a></li>
<li>Grace Tame - &ldquo;Sexy, Scissoring, Autism!&rdquo; - <a href="https://apple.co/404jXv7">https://apple.co/404jXv7</a></li>
<li>Jackson Tozer - Don&rsquo;t Give Up On Me - <a href="https://apple.co/3yHdawf">https://apple.co/3yHdawf</a></li>
<li>Jack Steele - Socials Anxiety - <a href="https://apple.co/41jNSjL">https://apple.co/41jNSjL</a></li>
<li>Janelle Booker - Living With ADHD - <a href="https://apple.co/41nL456">https://apple.co/41nL456</a></li>
<li>Santa Claus - A Special Vulnerabilitea House - <a href="https://bit.ly/40Y7HNs">https://bit.ly/40Y7HNs</a></li>
<li>Mrs Claus - Santa&rsquo;s Better Half - <a href="https://apple.co/4gns2zX">https://apple.co/4gns2zX</a></li>
</ul>
📺&nbsp;Things to watch:
<ul>
<li>Love On The Spectrum - <a href="https://ab.co/48r5iwb">https://ab.co/48r5iwb</a></li>
<li>Austin - <a href="https://ab.co/4eYmvQl">https://ab.co/4eYmvQl</a></li>
<li>Michael&rsquo;s Interview on Ellen - <a href="https://bit.ly/4eXRYBX">https://bit.ly/4eXRYBX</a></li>
<li>Puss In Boots - The Last Wish - <a href="https://bit.ly/4foCuqF">https://bit.ly/4foCuqF</a></li>
</ul>
📱Things to check out:
<ul>
<li>Wable - <a href="https://www.hellowable.com/"></a><a href="https://www.hellowable.com">https://www.hellowable.com</a></li>
</ul>
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We’re all imperfect. On this podcast, founder of The Resilience Project Hugh van Cuylenburg, his good friend Ryan Shelton, and only one of their brothers, Josh van Cuylenburg, talks to a variety of interesting people who vulnerably share their own struggles and imperfections, or expertly pass on their wisdom on the subject of imperfection. Whether it’s in The Vulnerabilitea House, The Academy of Imperfection, or with our very own psychologist, Dr Emily, The Imperfects are here to find some valuable takeaways we can all apply to our own imperfect lives.

We’re all imperfect. On this podcast, founder of The Resilience Project Hugh van Cuylenburg, his good friend Ryan Shelton, and only one of their brothers, Josh van Cuylenburg, talks to a variety of interesting people who vulnerably share their own struggles and imperfections, or expertly pass on their wisdom on the subject of imperfection. Whether it’s in The Vulnerabilitea House, The Academy of Imperfection, or with our very own psychologist, Dr Emily, The Imperfects are here to find some valuable takeaways we can all apply to our own imperfect lives.

Interesting people, allowing themselves to be vulnerable, sharing with us, their imperfect lives.

The Imperfects

We're all imperfect. On this podcast, Hugh van Cuylenburg, founder of The Resilience Project chats to a variety of interesting people who are willing to make themselves vulnerable, by sharing their own struggles and imperfections. Hugh and good friend Ryan Shelton then discuss some valuable take aways we can all apply to our own imperfect lives.

Michael Theo - Life on the Spectrum

Today we welcome into the studio 7 time world champion surfer, and all-round legend, Layne Beachley.

Layne, who had the self-described ‘compassion of a tiger shark’ during her competition days, has lived an incredible journey to learn how to love others, and more importantly, herself.

Upon discovering that she was adopted, Layne internalised a fear of rejection and intense need to prove herself.

What’s one way to prove yourself, you may ask? Becoming a world champion, no matter the cost.

In this episode, Hugh, Ryan and Josh talk to Layne about the narrative that she created for herself, and how this affected her self-worth, body image and relationships.

There is SO MUCH good stuff in this episode, and we can’t wait for you to enjoy your day at the Beach(ley).

Layne, you are an absolute legend. Thank you for your generous vulnerability.

If you would like to watch this full episode on YouTube, follow this link - https://bit.ly/3VsnIrd

ALSO if you would like to buy tickets to Josh’s gig (!!!!!) click here - https://bit.ly/3ZO6ojf

📖 Things to read:
Awake Academy - Layne Beachley and Tess Brouwer - https://bit.ly/4fNThEh
Beneath the Waves - Michael Gordon with Layne Beachley - https://bit.ly/410jgU2
From Strength to Strength - Arthur C Brooks - https://bit.ly/3VCaZTD
Build the Life You Want - Arthur C Brooks and Oprah Winfrey - https://amzn.to/3ZpgFAK

☕️Places to get coffee (and find your laptop cover):
Aegyo Cafe - https://bit.ly/3BqMNMi

Today we welcome into the studio 7 time world champion surfer, and all-round legend, Layne Beachley.
Layne, who had the self-described ‘compassion of a tiger shark’ during her competition days, has lived an incredible journey to learn how to love others, and more importantly, herself.
Upon discovering that she was adopted, Layne internalised a fear of rejection and intense need to prove herself.
What’s one way to prove yourself, you may ask? Becoming a world champion, no matter the cost.
In this episode, Hugh, Ryan and Josh talk to Layne about the narrative that she created for herself, and how this affected her self-worth, body image and relationships.
There is SO MUCH good stuff in this episode, and we can’t wait for you to enjoy your day at the Beach(ley).
Layne, you are an absolute legend. Thank you for your generous vulnerability.
If you would like to watch this full episode on YouTube, follow this link - <a href="https://bit.ly/3VsnIrd">https://bit.ly/3VsnIrd</a>
ALSO if you would like to buy tickets to Josh’s gig (!!!!!) click here - <a href="https://bit.ly/3ZO6ojf">https://bit.ly/3ZO6ojf</a>
📖 Things to read:
<ul>
<li>Awake Academy - Layne Beachley and Tess Brouwer - <a href="https://bit.ly/4fNThEh">https://bit.ly/4fNThEh</a></li>
<li>Beneath the Waves - Michael Gordon with Layne Beachley - <a href="https://bit.ly/410jgU2">https://bit.ly/410jgU2</a></li>
<li>From Strength to Strength - Arthur C Brooks - <a href="https://bit.ly/3VCaZTD">https://bit.ly/3VCaZTD</a></li>
<li>Build the Life You Want - Arthur C Brooks and Oprah Winfrey - <a href="https://amzn.to/3ZpgFAK">https://amzn.to/3ZpgFAK</a></li>
</ul>
☕️Places to get coffee (and find your laptop cover):
<ul>
<li>Aegyo Cafe - <a href="https://bit.ly/3BqMNMi">https://bit.ly/3BqMNMi</a></li>
</ul>

Layne Beachley - Surf’s Up… And Down

Johann Hari is a prolific author, deep thinker, and seasoned guest of The Imperfects.

In this episode, Johann takes the guys on a deep dive into the Western food system, and how processed food has completely derailed our nutritional wisdom.

Our relationship with food is a very personal one, and Johann and Josh get vulnerable about how they have used food to manage emotions. They discuss how vanity comes into play, the plethora of risks and benefits to the new weight-loss drug like Ozempic, and if their introduction of could derail any notion of self-acceptance.

This episode does discuss eating disorders and suicidal ideation so tread carefully, and only listen to this episode when you’re ready.

Johann, it is always a pleasure. This is a big and tricky conversation, and we thank you for having it with us.

To watch the full episode on YouTube, follow this link - https://youtu.be/2rcWI8zSOvE

🎧 Things to listen to:
Johann Hari - The Importance of Connection - https://apple.co/4fE5V8n
Johann Hari - Why You Can’t Pay Attention - https://apple.co/4flaoMG
Johann Hari (P1 1) - How Can We Change? - https://apple.co/40liAIJ
Johann Hari (Pt 2) - Why Do We Do What We Do? - https://apple.co/3UokTH2

📖 Things to read:
The Magic Pill by Johann Hari - https://bit.ly/3NHoyw1
Johann’s other books - https://johannhari.com

💻Things to look into:
Prof. Tracey Mann research into dieting - https://bit.ly/4eKbDEB
Bee Wilson’s research into baby food - https://bit.ly/3ZtpklZ
Dr. Paul Kenny research into the obesity - https://bit.ly/3ZbtZsm

The Imperfects is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you’re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.

Johann Hari is a prolific author, deep thinker, and seasoned guest of The Imperfects.
In this episode, Johann takes the guys on a deep dive into the Western food system, and how processed food has completely derailed our nutritional wisdom.
Our relationship with food is a very personal one, and Johann and Josh get vulnerable about how they have used food to manage emotions. They discuss how vanity comes into play, the plethora of risks and benefits to the new weight-loss drug like Ozempic, and if their introduction of could derail any notion of self-acceptance.
This episode does discuss eating disorders and suicidal ideation so tread carefully, and only listen to this episode when you’re ready.
Johann, it is always a pleasure. This is a big and tricky conversation, and we thank you for having it with us.
To watch the full episode on YouTube, follow this link - <a href="https://youtu.be/2rcWI8zSOvE">https://youtu.be/2rcWI8zSOvE</a> 
🎧 Things to listen to:
<ul>
<li>Johann Hari - The Importance of Connection - <a href="https://apple.co/4fE5V8n">https://apple.co/4fE5V8n</a></li>
<li>Johann Hari - Why You Can’t Pay Attention - <a href="https://apple.co/4flaoMG">https://apple.co/4flaoMG</a></li>
<li>Johann Hari (P1 1) - How Can We Change? - <a href="https://apple.co/40liAIJ">https://apple.co/40liAIJ</a></li>
<li>Johann Hari (Pt 2) - Why Do We Do What We Do? - <a href="https://apple.co/3UokTH2">https://apple.co/3UokTH2</a></li>
</ul>
📖 Things to read:
<ul>
<li>The Magic Pill by Johann Hari - <a href="https://bit.ly/3NHoyw1">https://bit.ly/3NHoyw1</a></li>
<li>Johann’s other books - <a href="https://johannhari.com/"></a><a href="https://johannhari.com">https://johannhari.com</a></li>
</ul>
💻Things to look into:
<ul>
<li>Prof. Tracey Mann research into dieting - <a href="https://bit.ly/4eKbDEB">https://bit.ly/4eKbDEB</a></li>
<li>Bee Wilson’s research into baby food - <a href="https://bit.ly/3ZtpklZ">https://bit.ly/3ZtpklZ</a></li>
<li>Dr. Paul Kenny research into the obesity - <a href="https://bit.ly/3ZbtZsm">https://bit.ly/3ZbtZsm</a></li>
</ul>
The Imperfects is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you’re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.

Johann Hari - Beware The Thrill of The Magic Pill

Today we are introducing you to Jim Rogers, who, in amongst a wild and vibrant life, has been diagnosed with younger-onset dementia.

So generous, and such an amazing storyteller, Jim tells us the three acts of his life, so far.

The grief of losing his first love, the surprise of his second, and the shock of a dementia diagnosis at 55, this conversation left Hugh, Ryan, and Josh with an invigorated sense for the preciousness of life, love, and family.

In Jim’s words, dementia strips you of the most important things: your memory and recognition of your loved ones, as well as your ability to make choices for your own wellbeing.

Dementia affects the lives of more than 421,000 individual Australians, and countless family members, loved ones and carers. There is no known cure for dementia, however there are treatments for many of the symptoms.

This episode is heart-breaking and heart-warming in the same breath, and we know you’re about to fall in love with Jim, just like we did.

Special thanks to Hamish Macdonald, and the Dementia Australia team, who introduced us to Jim.

To watch this full episode on YouTube, follow this link: https://youtu.be/MUk5ED2Ppug

🎧 Things to listen to:
Hold The Moment - https://apple.co/3YCOjUz

📺 Things to watch:
Still Alice - https://bit.ly/3YD5cyu

🧠 If you, or someone you know, has been diagnosed with Dementia, here are some great resources as a starting point:
Dementia Australia Helpline - 1800 100 500
Dementia Australia - https://www.dementia.org.au

The Imperfects is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you’re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.

Today we are introducing you to Jim Rogers, who, in amongst a wild and vibrant life, has been diagnosed with younger-onset dementia.
So generous, and such an amazing storyteller, Jim tells us the three acts of his life, so far.
The grief of losing his first love, the surprise of his second, and the shock of a dementia diagnosis at 55, this conversation left Hugh, Ryan, and Josh with an invigorated sense for the preciousness of life, love, and family.
In Jim’s words, dementia strips you of the most important things: your memory and recognition of your loved ones, as well as your ability to make choices for your own wellbeing.
Dementia affects the lives of more than 421,000 individual Australians, and countless family members, loved ones and carers. There is no known cure for dementia, however there are treatments for many of the symptoms.
This episode is heart-breaking and heart-warming in the same breath, and we know you’re about to fall in love with Jim, just like we did.
Special thanks to Hamish Macdonald, and the Dementia Australia team, who introduced us to Jim.
To watch this full episode on YouTube, follow this link: <a href="https://youtu.be/MUk5ED2Ppug">https://youtu.be/MUk5ED2Ppug</a> 
🎧 Things to listen to:
<ul>
<li>Hold The Moment - <a href="https://apple.co/3YCOjUz">https://apple.co/3YCOjUz</a></li>
</ul>
📺 Things to watch:
<ul>
<li>Still Alice - <a href="https://bit.ly/3YD5cyu">https://bit.ly/3YD5cyu</a></li>
</ul>
🧠 If you, or someone you know, has been diagnosed with Dementia, here are some great resources as a starting point:
<ul>
<li>Dementia Australia Helpline - 1800 100 500</li>
<li>Dementia Australia - <a href="https://www.dementia.org.au/"></a><a href="https://www.dementia.org.au">https://www.dementia.org.au</a></li>
</ul>
The Imperfects is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you’re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.

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