You Don’t Have to Earn Love (But Most of Us Do)

What if your biggest “flaw” isn’t a flaw… but a subconscious program you inherited? In this episode of The I’mperfect Podcast, Polina (astrologer, mother, former NYC corporate professional) shares her journey from corporate burnout and identity confusion to a deeper, soul-led way of living. We talk about what imperfection really is (hint: it’s often a standard we compare ourselves to), why crisis can become a doorway to growth, and the painful pattern many people carry: trying to earn love by doing more, achieving more, being more. Polina also breaks down how she uses astrology beyond “sun signs,” how she’s learning to stay with emotions instead of escaping them, and why the body might be the most direct bridge between thinking and feeling. In this episode of The I'mperfect Podcast, we explore: The hidden cost of perfection standards (and social media pressure) “Things aren’t happening to you — they’re happening for you” How crisis can elevate relationships (or clarify what needs to end) The pattern of earning love — and how to bring it into the light Motherhood, conditional vs unconditional love, and healing the next generation Why the body is the anchor for presence (and intuition) Letting go of expectations without losing ambition If you’ve been feeling “not enough,” stuck in self-pressure, or trapped in the performance of life… this conversation will hit home. *🎧 Listen on: YouTube / Spotify / Apple Podcasts *📲 Follow: Instagram — Imperfect Podcasts *✅ If this resonates: Like, comment, and share with someone who needs it.