# imperfection — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover imperfection. Page: Feed: --- ## [Embracing Imperfection and Moving Anyways](https://juliettecrane.substack.com/p/embracing-imperfection-and-moving) _2026-08-16 · juliette crane · Living The Way Of The Happy Painter, By Juliette Crane_ Embracing the Magic of Imperfection ## [Finding Joy in the Layers](https://juliettecrane.substack.com/p/finding-joy-in-the-layers) _2026-07-29 · juliette crane · Living The Way Of The Happy Painter, By Juliette Crane_ The Magic of Imperfection In Nature ## [My old SoundCloud page is a time capsule](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/soundcloud-time-capsule/) _2026-07-24 · sjf · Simon James French_ Twenty years of songs, field recordings, and one very awkward job interview. I hadn't opened SoundCloud in years, but earlier this week I fell down one of those late-night internet rabbit holes, the type where you go looking for one thing and end up somewhere else entirely, and I landed back on my old SoundCloud profile . I meant to stay for five minutes but stayed for most of the evening. It… ## [I take burned-out professionals into Kyoto's gardens to listen](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/burned-out-professionals-listening/) _2026-07-08 · sjf · Simon James French_ I run a small thing called Kyoto, in Sound where I take people out for a couple of hours somewhere in Kyoto and hand them a sound recorder and headphones. We walk slowly, we listen, and they go home with the recordings they made of that specific morning. I moved to Kyoto a year ago and noticed pretty quickly that most people visit a city like this to see it. But few slow down enough to hear it.… ## [Inspired By The Little Things](https://juliettecrane.substack.com/p/inspired-by-the-little-things) _2026-07-07 · juliette crane · Living The Way Of The Happy Painter, By Juliette Crane_ A New Owl Painting + Remembering My Love Of Glitter ## [I Hid an Easter Egg on My Bear Blog. Can You Find It?](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/i-hid-an-easter-egg/) _2026-07-04 · sjf · Simon James French_ Somewhere on this site there's a page I haven't linked to. Good luck finding it. Quick one today, I just really wanted to share this. I spent a few evenings this week building a secret page on this website. It isn't linked anywhere — not in the nav, not in the footer. You have to actually go looking for it, and I don't want to spoil the surprise. I used to love things like this as a kid. Finding a… ## [A Well to Pour Things Into](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/something-a-guest-wrote-worth-your-time/) _2026-06-27 · sjf · Simon James French_ A guest wrote about the morning we spent together — and it’s one of the loveliest things anyone has said about what I do. I’m SJF, living in Kyoto and sharing the sounds and small details of this city — from rivers and temple gardens to local festivals. These letters follow my life here, my podcast Kyoto, in Sound , and the Sound Walks I guide, all with the hope of noticing what might otherwise be… ## [A Sound Like Home](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/a-sound-like-home/) _2026-06-21 · sjf · Simon James French_ Kyoto, in Sound, Episode 08. A podcast series that invites the residents of this city to talk about their favourite sounds. Hello from a Kyoto on the cusp of summer. No cicadas just yet though. I haven’t posted an episode of the Kyoto, in Sound podcast in a while have I? Last time we visited Kyoto Station and talked about the trains with Charles. This next episode was born out of a chat with my… ## [A Sound Like Home](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/a-sound-like-home/) _2026-06-21 · sjf · Simon James French_ Kyoto, in Sound, Episode 08. A podcast series that invites the residents of this city to talk about their favourite sounds. Hello from a Kyoto on the cusp of summer. No cicadas just yet though. I haven’t posted an episode of the Kyoto, in Sound podcast in a while have I? Last time we visited Kyoto Station and talked about the trains with Charles. This next episode was born out of a chat with my… ## [Painting Dreamy Owls + Landscapes](https://juliettecrane.substack.com/p/painting-dreamy-owls-landscapes) _2026-06-10 · juliette crane · Living The Way Of The Happy Painter, By Juliette Crane_ Music As Muse Exhibition Opens Saturday in San Diego! ## [Open directory of blogs for agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/6O2rh4fzN0UG) _2026-06-10 · **Sponsored**_ Submit URLs or OPML; receive feed pages with summaries, plus JSON/OPML/plain text ## [The Pressure to Have It All Together (Season Finale)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imperfection_podcast/episodes/The-Pressure-to-Have-It-All-Together-Season-Finale-e3i3iea) _2026-06-04 · Braden shover · Imperfection podcast_ Social media makes it seem like everyone else is ahead. Like everyone has it figured out. This season finale breaks down the pressure to “have it all together,” the fear of falling behind, and the truth behind what we see online. A powerful closing reminder that timelines are different—and that you’re not as behind as you think. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cf13f94/podcast/play/118654858/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-18%2F4f80d181-9058-9c66-0083-515581b829d8.mp3) ## [The Way Forward (Part 2)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imperfection_podcast/episodes/The-Way-Forward-Part-2-e3i3i9u) _2026-06-02 · Braden shover · Imperfection podcast_ Moving forward sounds simple… until you don’t know where you’re going. This episode focuses on taking steps without clarity, trusting yourself again, and letting progress matter more than perfection. A real look at what it means to keep going—even when the path isn’t clear. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cf13f94/podcast/play/118654718/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-18%2F8ccf31db-50f6-1db5-69e5-2ac4e71895da.mp3) ## [The Temple Bell and the Leaf-Blower](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/the-temple-bell-and-the-leaf-blower/) _2026-05-30 · sjf · Simon James French_ A few things from a recent interview. Hello from Kyoto! It’s been a full few weeks here and things are only going to get busier. The city itself is busy at this time of year, and so am I. It’s all good stuff though! Paul Virostek from the website Creative Field Recording got in touch a while back about doing an interview for his website, and it went live last week. He runs one of the more… ## [Toxic Positivity (Special Guest: Shawna)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imperfection_podcast/episodes/Toxic-Positivity-Special-Guest-Shawna-e3i3i88) _2026-05-28 · Braden shover · Imperfection podcast_ “Just stay positive.” But what happens when that mindset starts to silence real emotions? In this special episode, Shawna joins the conversation to break down toxic positivity—the pressure to always be okay, always be happy, and always look strong. Together, we explore how ignoring pain can actually delay healing, and why making space for real emotions is where true growth begins. 🎤 Shawna’s… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cf13f94/podcast/play/118654664/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-18%2F3d0583a4-a5d6-1cc6-650d-8f4b98ba4f5c.mp3) ## [Healing Isn’t Pretty](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imperfection_podcast/episodes/Healing-Isnt-Pretty-e3i3i6o) _2026-05-26 · Braden shover · Imperfection podcast_ Growth isn’t always aesthetic. It’s messy, emotional, and sometimes feels like going backwards. This episode dives into the reality of healing—relapsing into old habits, struggling through progress, and learning that healing isn’t a straight line. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cf13f94/podcast/play/118654616/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-18%2F44fc1fc6-ecef-40cc-c796-1d13724f153a.mp3) ## [Burying a Sound in a Bomb Shelter](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/burying-a-sound-in-a-bomb-shelter/) _2026-05-22 · sjf · Simon James French_ An exhibition with Lane Diko Hello again from a humid Kyoto. The air-conditioners around the city are starting to hum and we're in that short lush green stretch before the rainy season arrives, which can't be too far off now. It feels like the right week to send you something about water. Photographer Lane Diko and I spent the last month exhibiting at The Terminal here in Kyoto, as part of an… ## [The Comparison Trap](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imperfection_podcast/episodes/The-Comparison-Trap-e3i3i3b) _2026-05-21 · Braden shover · Imperfection podcast_ Comparison is quiet—but destructive. Whether it’s careers, relationships, or appearance, this episode explores how constantly measuring yourself against others can drain confidence and distort reality. A reminder that your journey isn’t meant to look like anyone else’s. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cf13f94/podcast/play/118654507/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-18%2Fd620103a-994e-cadb-ef2c-afa85243efbd.mp3) ## [Failure That Changed Me](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imperfection_podcast/episodes/Failure-That-Changed-Me-e3i3i14) _2026-05-19 · Braden shover · Imperfection podcast_ Failure isn’t the end—it’s often the turning point. In this episode, we reflect on moments that didn’t go as planned… and how they shaped growth, perspective, and resilience. The setbacks that hurt the most can sometimes teach the most. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cf13f94/podcast/play/118654436/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-18%2Ff43d6c3a-aa85-f018-fc2d-c2de050ba79e.mp3) ## [Painting A Dreamlike Watercolor Portrait](https://juliettecrane.substack.com/p/painting-a-dreamlike-watercolor-portrait) _2026-05-17 · juliette crane · Living The Way Of The Happy Painter, By Juliette Crane_ Taking My Sketchbook Outside and Returning To Creative Flow ## [People Pleasing & Losing Yourself](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imperfection_podcast/episodes/People-Pleasing--Losing-Yourself-e3i3huq) _2026-05-14 · Braden shover · Imperfection podcast_ Saying “yes” when you mean “no” can slowly cost you your identity. This episode breaks down how people pleasing starts, why it’s so hard to stop, and how it can disconnect you from who you truly are. A powerful look at boundaries, self-worth, and finding your voice again. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cf13f94/podcast/play/118654362/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-18%2F9c79afc8-1d58-2a6c-c69b-159162c21825.mp3) ## [Fast, secure international transfers (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/dmWd5ipYMaO7) _2026-05-14 · **Sponsored**_ Bank transfer, cash pickup, mobile wallet — low fees and real-time tracking ## [Silent Struggles](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imperfection_podcast/episodes/Silent-Struggles-e3i3ht6) _2026-05-12 · Braden shover · Imperfection podcast_ Not everything people go through is visible. This episode sheds light on the battles that stay hidden—anxiety, burnout, loneliness, and the pressure to keep it all together. A real conversation about the things people feel… but rarely say out loud. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cf13f94/podcast/play/118654310/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-18%2Fc89cc8ba-5680-bea6-9939-b35a892600e2.mp3) ## [Painting With Heart](https://juliettecrane.substack.com/p/painting-with-heart) _2026-05-10 · juliette crane · Living The Way Of The Happy Painter, By Juliette Crane_ New paintings, finding flow, and the next right step in painting and life ## [Stepping Off the Treadmill](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/stepping-off-the-treadmill/) _2026-05-09 · sjf · Simon James French_ On a year of chasing reach, and the decision to stop. This letter was originally published on Substack , May 2026. I'm reposting it here for the archive. Hello from a very warm Kyoto. The cherry blossoms have been and gone for weeks now (I missed the peak this year, somehow!) and the city has settled into that lovely short window of time before the cicadas turn the volume and the pressure up;… ## [Stepping Off the Treadmill](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/stepping-off-the-treadmill/) _2026-05-09 · sjf · Simon James French_ On a year of chasing reach, and the decision to stop. This letter was originally published on Substack , May 2026. I'm reposting it here for the archive. Hello from a very warm Kyoto. The cherry blossoms have been and gone for weeks now (I missed the peak this year, somehow!) and the city has settled into that lovely short window of time before the cicadas turn the volume and the pressure up;… ## [Letting Go of Who You Used to Be](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imperfection_podcast/episodes/Letting-Go-of-Who-You-Used-to-Be-e3i3hr5) _2026-05-07 · Braden shover · Imperfection podcast_ This episode dives into the quiet, uncomfortable process of outgrowing your past. From relationships to habits to old identities, we explore what it really means to release the version of yourself that no longer fits—and why holding on can keep you stuck. It’s about honoring who you were… while stepping into who you’re becoming. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cf13f94/podcast/play/118654245/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-18%2F4f9655cc-4ecc-308f-6fe7-79cb9a92a233.mp3) ## [The Way Forward](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/imperfection_podcast/episodes/The-Way-Forward-e3hgs0o) _2026-05-05 · Braden shover · Imperfection podcast_ Braden Shover to explore how we move forward despite uncertainty and mistakes. Together, we reflect on growth, resilience, and embracing the imperfect journey toward what’s next. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1cf13f94/podcast/play/118042072/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-6%2Fd74c6b58-136a-64ca-6d0d-b23a06c3b7d9.mp3) ## [Your Next Joyful Adventure Awaits... in Italy!](https://juliettecrane.substack.com/p/your-next-joyful-adventure-awaits) _2026-04-20 · juliette crane · Living The Way Of The Happy Painter, By Juliette Crane_ Relax, renew, and connect with amazing creative friends under the Tuscan sunshine. ## [From One Creative To Another With Love](https://juliettecrane.substack.com/p/from-one-creative-to-another-with) _2026-04-01 · juliette crane · Living The Way Of The Happy Painter, By Juliette Crane_ studio stories + a video recap of my painting retreat in France ## [The Kyoto FOMO Trap](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/the-kyoto-fomo-trap/) _2026-03-28 · sjf · Simon James French_ Why you will never see enough of Kyoto — and why that's fine It’s approaching cherry blossom season here, ( check the cherry blossom forecast ) which means Kyoto is currently doing what Kyoto does best each and every spring — being extraordinarily beautiful but also completely overwhelming. Every day I walk past the queues of people with their spreadsheets and saved maps. Soon they’ll be busy… ## [The Kyoto FOMO Trap](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/the-kyoto-fomo-trap/) _2026-03-28 · sjf · Simon James French_ Why you will never see enough of Kyoto — and why that's fine It’s approaching cherry blossom season here, ( check the cherry blossom forecast ) which means Kyoto is currently doing what Kyoto does best each and every spring — being extraordinarily beautiful but also completely overwhelming. Every day I walk past the queues of people with their spreadsheets and saved maps. Soon they’ll be busy… ## [Code Faster with Clear Tutorials (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/35xRYofLnfGY) _2026-03-28 · **Sponsored**_ Short, step-by-step coding videos you can follow along ## [Painting Retreat in ITALY!](https://juliettecrane.substack.com/p/painting-retreat-in-italy) _2026-03-22 · juliette crane · Living The Way Of The Happy Painter, By Juliette Crane_ I'm beyond excited to share more details about my painting retreat in ITALY, 2027! ## [What is a Sound Walk?](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/what-is-a-sound-walk/) _2026-03-14 · sjf · Simon James French_ A video letter about paying attention to the city going about its day. Earlier this week I took my field recorder to Demachiyanagi Shōtengai. It’s a covered shopping street in the north of Kyoto that most tourists walk straight past on their way to somewhere else. Which, as it turns out, is exactly what makes it worth stopping in. This week’s video is my attempt to answer the question I get asked… ## [What is a Sound Walk?](https://www.simonjamesfrench.com/what-is-a-sound-walk/) _2026-03-14 · sjf · Simon James French_ A video letter about paying attention to the city going about its day. Earlier this week I took my field recorder to Demachiyanagi Shōtengai. It’s a covered shopping street in the north of Kyoto that most tourists walk straight past on their way to somewhere else. Which, as it turns out, is exactly what makes it worth stopping in. This week’s video is my attempt to answer the question I get asked… ## [When the Painting Asks You to Let Go](https://juliettecrane.substack.com/p/when-the-painting-asks-you-to-let) _2026-02-25 · juliette crane · Living The Way Of The Happy Painter, By Juliette Crane_ On creative sabbaticals, beautiful mistakes, and beginning before you’re ready ## [Going Softly](https://stephanieveronicalesher.substack.com/p/going-softly) _2025-09-16 · Stephanie Veronica McFadden · Glimpse_ An exercise in imperfection. ## [Stepping Into the "Real" World of Musicianship](https://themusicianjournals.substack.com/p/stepping-into-the-real-world-of-musicianship) _2025-07-28 · Kadee · The Musician Journals_ Graduate school felt like a bit of a safety net; what to do now that graduation has come and gone?