Welcome to the very first episode of The Academy of Imperfection!

Presented by The Imperfects, this new series of conversational lectures will feature experts talking about different areas of imperfection with students Hugh, Ryan, Josh and you.

The inaugural guest lecturer is someone we are extremely excited about. Ben Crowe. Along with Brene Brown, Ben has easily been the most mentioned person on The Imperfects over the last few years.

Since working at NIKE for decades, Ben has worked closely with everyone from Andre Agassi to Cathy Freeman and surfing champion Steph Gilmore. And more recently with our very own Hugh van Cuylenburg and Ryan Shelton!

Here, Ben talks to the class about the importance of self-compassion, connection and purpose. We dare say, this is the one that might just change your life - or at the very least, help you embrace your weird for a few days.

For more from Ben Crowe, please visit his website mojocrowe.com or find him on Instagram.




Ted Talk - Finding your purpose in 5 minutes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVsXO9brK7M

Welcome to the very first episode of The Academy of Imperfection!Presented by The Imperfects, this new series of conversational lectures will feature experts talking about different areas of imperfection with students Hugh, Ryan, Josh and you.The inaugural guest lecturer is someone we are extremely excited about. Ben Crowe. Along with Brene Brown, Ben has easily been the most mentioned person on The Imperfects over the last few years.Since working at NIKE for decades, Ben has worked closely with everyone from Andre Agassi to Cathy Freeman and surfing champion Steph Gilmore. And more recently with our very own Hugh van Cuylenburg and Ryan Shelton!Here, Ben talks to the class about the importance of self-compassion, connection and purpose. We dare say, this is the one that might just change your life - or at the very least, help you embrace your weird for a few days.For more from Ben Crowe, please visit his website <a href="http://mojocrowe.com/">mojocrowe.com</a> or find him on Instagram. Ted Talk - Finding your purpose in 5 minutes <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVsXO9brK7M">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVsXO9brK7M</a>

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.

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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.

The Academy of Imperfection - Ben Crowe

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.

Jim Rogers - A Life Bigger Than Dementia

How long have you been holding on to that grudge? Are you picturing that person or moment right now? Have you ever considered what a step towards forgiveness might look like?

These are BIG questions, and thank God, Dr Emily, our resident psychologist, is here to talk us through it all.

In today’s episode, Dr Em begins by acknowledging that resentment is a normal human emotion. Phew.

However, holding on to resentment for prolonged periods of time can have a serious impact on your physical and emotional wellbeing, as well as your relationships (just ask Hugh and Josh).

Then we get onto the F-word. Yep, that’s right. We’re talking about forgiveness. And more specifically, how forgiveness is FOR YOU, and not about excusing behaviour.

So get comfy, and enjoy the last of Dr Em for 2024.

To watch this full episode on YouTube, follow this link - https://bit.ly/4i1FETt

🎧Things to listen to:
Sean Turnell - A Prisoner’s Guide to Life - https://apple.co/3yGPick
Gina Chick - Don’t Fight Life - https://apple.co/3UKpxQ8
Dr Emily - Truth v Harmony - https://apple.co/40pgYO7

📖 Things to read:
Let Go by Hugh van Cuylenburg - https://bit.ly/4fpridx

💻 Things to check out:
Fred Luskin’s research into Forgiveness - https://bit.ly/40DYgCC

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.

How long have you been holding on to that grudge? Are you picturing that person or moment right now? Have you ever considered what a step towards forgiveness might look like?
These are BIG questions, and thank God, Dr Emily, our resident psychologist, is here to talk us through it all.
In today’s episode, Dr Em begins by acknowledging that resentment is a normal human emotion. Phew.
However, holding on to resentment for prolonged periods of time can have a serious impact on your physical and emotional wellbeing, as well as your relationships (just ask Hugh and Josh).
Then we get onto the F-word. Yep, that’s right. We’re talking about forgiveness. And more specifically, how forgiveness is FOR YOU, and not about excusing behaviour.
So get comfy, and enjoy the last of Dr Em for 2024.
To watch this full episode on YouTube, follow this link - <a href="https://bit.ly/4i1FETt">https://bit.ly/4i1FETt</a>
🎧Things to listen to:
<ul>
<li>Sean Turnell - A Prisoner’s Guide to Life - <a href="https://apple.co/3yGPick">https://apple.co/3yGPick</a></li>
<li>Gina Chick - Don’t Fight Life - <a href="https://apple.co/3UKpxQ8">https://apple.co/3UKpxQ8</a></li>
<li>Dr Emily - Truth v Harmony - <a href="https://apple.co/40pgYO7">https://apple.co/40pgYO7</a></li>
</ul>
📖 Things to read:
<ul>
<li>Let Go by Hugh van Cuylenburg - <a href="https://bit.ly/4fpridx">https://bit.ly/4fpridx</a></li>
</ul>
💻 Things to check out:
<ul>
<li>Fred Luskin’s research into Forgiveness - <a href="https://bit.ly/40DYgCC">https://bit.ly/40DYgCC</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.

Dr Emily - Resent Less, Live More

You may know Peter Bol as the 800m runner, who came fourth in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics and second in the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Or, if you’re Hugh, you may have hundreds of photos of Peter training.

Wherever you are on the Peter-obsession-meter, we think you’re going to love this episode.

Our chat with Peter starts in Sudan, where Peter and his family moved as a unit, through Egypt, before settling in Australia. They were chasing safety and opportunity, two values that continue to ground Peter through all of his sporting success.

In 2023, Peter was on the most amazing upward trajectory, he'd just become the WA Young Australian of the year and things were looking good for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Then he was completely derailed with a false-positive drug test.

Hugh, Ryan, and Josh talk to Peter about how he remained consciously grateful and resilient throughout the entire saga and was able to instil within himself such fundamental lessons around positivity, justice and mindset.

Peter, we (Hugh) will see you on the track soon.

To watch this full video on YouTube, follow this link: https://bit.ly/4hC3CnP

🎧 Things to listen to:
How To Write A Gratitude Letter - https://apple.co/3NGhccf

📺 Things to watch:
Peter Bol’s 2021 Olympic 800m Race - https://bit.ly/4fhNPbS

📱Apps to download
BBL - https://bit.ly/4hldXVd

You may know Peter Bol as the 800m runner, who came fourth in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics and second in the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
Or, if you’re Hugh, you may have hundreds of photos of Peter training.
Wherever you are on the Peter-obsession-meter, we think you’re going to love this episode.
Our chat with Peter starts in Sudan, where Peter and his family moved as a unit, through Egypt, before settling in Australia. They were chasing safety and opportunity, two values that continue to ground Peter through all of his sporting success.
In 2023, Peter was on the most amazing upward trajectory, he'd just become the WA Young Australian of the year and things were looking good for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Then he was completely derailed with a false-positive drug test.
Hugh, Ryan, and Josh talk to Peter about how he remained consciously grateful and resilient throughout the entire saga and was able to instil within himself such fundamental lessons around positivity, justice and mindset.
Peter, we (Hugh) will see you on the track soon.
To watch this full video on YouTube, follow this link: <a href="https://bit.ly/4hC3CnP">https://bit.ly/4hC3CnP</a>
🎧 Things to listen to:
<ul>
<li>How To Write A Gratitude Letter - <a href="https://apple.co/3NGhccf">https://apple.co/3NGhccf</a></li>
</ul>
📺 Things to watch:
<ul>
<li>Peter Bol’s 2021 Olympic 800m Race - <a href="https://bit.ly/4fhNPbS">https://bit.ly/4fhNPbS</a></li>
</ul>
📱Apps to download
<ul>
<li>BBL - <a href="https://bit.ly/4hldXVd">https://bit.ly/4hldXVd</a></li>
</ul>

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