Done, Not Perfect with Aaron Simpson
This is the podcast for ambitious, but anxious creatives, artists, entrepreneurs and dreamers who are ready to overcome fear, perfectionism, and limiting beliefs to authentically share their passion, work and gifts with confidence
My name is, Aaron Simpson... and each episode, we will dive into the mindset challenges that hold you back—like overthinking, procrastination, and fear of rejection—and practical tips to help you move forward.
If you’re ready to let go of perfection, embrace progress, and create with purpose, this podcast and community is for you!
Let’s make progress together—because done is always better than perfect.
Episodes
52 episodes
If You're Feeling Unmotivated and Lost, You NEED to Hear This!
If you’re waiting for motivation to kick in before you take action, you might be waiting longer than you like. Motivation is fleeting—it comes and goes. What you really need is, commitment. In another RAW edition of, Done, Not Perfect,...
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25:08
This is Why You're Stuck (And How to Break Free)
Do you find yourself always waiting for the "perfect time" or moment to take action? Do you tend to find yourself putting that responsibility on other people? Are you tired of not living to your potential? SPOILER ALERT- the "right ...
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14:59
Conquering Perfectionism, Embracing Your Story and How Beyoncé Continues to Evolve
Are you struggling with trying to look and be, "perfect"? Are you ready to start embracing you story, be comfortable in your skin and own your voice, but don't know how?In this episode, I will discuss the importance of letting go o...
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39:06
Why Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show Was a Masterclass in Owning Your Lane
Ok, we are almost two weeks removed from Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl performance, and I have some thoughts! It was a reminder that staying in your lane beats chasing someone else’s path. In a world where comparison can kill creative genius and ...
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39:46
How Overthinking is Holding You Back & the Simple Fix to Break Free
Are you stuck in an endless loop of overthinking, self-doubt and perfectionism? Well, welcome to the club! In this episode of Done, Not Perfect, we are going to break down why overthinking is blocking your growth and success and, mo...
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31:41
Rebranding, Divine Inspiration and Eliminating Overthinking
Welcome to the newly rebranded, Done, [Not Perfect] podcast—your go-to space for overcoming overthinking, fear of rejection and all those blockers that prevent us from reaching our creative genius... so we can build creative confidence!I...
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34:29
How to Be More Motivated | Everything You Need to Ensure 2025 Will Be Your Best Year Yet
We are less than 2 months away from 2025. Scary eh?! Well, it doesn't have to be.In this episode, Im going to share with you what motivation REALLY is and means and how you can begin to increase it, today! I am also go...
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29:03
How to REALLY Have Peace in the Middle of Life's Challenges
Do you ever feel like, you are constantly seeing the cup "half way"?! No matter what, you just cant seem to see the positive or the blessing in anything? Well, we got news for you... this is the episode for you! Get ready for ...
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25:55
How to Truly Be Happy No Matter What Life Brings You & 5 Daily Habits That Will Help Now!
Do you ever feel like, you are an emotional rollercoaster? Like, no matter what, you cant seem to just be...happy. Well, in this episode, Ace is going to share with you his personal experiences with being unhappy and what he did to ...
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25:52
The Struggle of Letting Go, Accepting God's Timing + Removing the Ego
We are sooo back for another FIRE episode. In this powerful episode, Ace breaks down the struggles we have with, Letting go. He will also touch on why accepting God's timing, is the key to peace. Ace will also discuss how your...
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27:15
Name Changes, Sabbaticals + 5 Things I Learned While Taking a Break From the Podcast
We are back! After 2 months of being on a break, we are returning with some freshness!In this episode, Ace discusses why he went on a sabbatical from the podcast, the new direction he intends on taking it and 5 things he learned a...
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44:16
How to Speed Up Progress and Attract Your Goals Effortlessly
WERE BACK! After a two week break, Ace is bringing incredible gems! In this episode, we dive into the powerful connection between your energy and your overall happiness, joy, and fulfillment. Discover how a shift in your energy can ...
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14:51
Giving Yourself Permission | How Surrendering is the Key to Your Success
Do you ever feel like you are working so much, yet yielding so little? You are doing everything "right", but it still feels wrong. However, what if you were actually getting in your own way by doing "too much"?In this episod...
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18:23
Maximizing Your Singleness: Letting God In, Grieving, and Getting It Together
In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of the singleness season and how to make the most of it and level UP! Join Ace as he shares how to embrace this unique time that can lead to profound personal growth and fulfillment....
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27:45
Why Your Life Might Be Too Distracting & 3 Ways to Simplify It to Increase Your Happiness & Peace
Lets be honest, we always tend to take on waaay too much. Whether its work related, family, health etc, it is common for us to add more things on our plate than we can handle. It can leave us drained, tired, unproductive, busy yet...
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26:41
Why Self-Doubt is Sabotaging Your Future & How to Start Believing in Yourself Today
Many of us struggle with self-doubt and fear. To the point where it can paralyze us from taking steps towards growth. The only way to break free from this is, to start to understand our worth and just start going! Join Ace, as...
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18:33
Transforming Your Limiting Beliefs into Empowering Thoughts and Actions
In this empowering episode, we dive deep into the world of limiting beliefs and how they can hold you back from reaching your fullest potential and greatness. We will talk about how to identify, confront, and overcome these mental barriers that...
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27:04
How to Overcome Your Fear and Take the First Step
Do yo u feel like something is "calling" you? You cant really explain it, but its there. And because you are uncertain about where it can take you, you are hesitant to follow? Well, in this episode, we will dive into the cruc...
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20:07
Staying Positive When Progress is Slow | 3 Tips for Keeping Your Motivation High
In this inspiring and encouraging episode, we tackle one of the most common challenges faced by anyone on a journey towards their goals, dreams and/or visions: staying positive when progress feels painstakingly slow. Wheth...
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28:59
Self-Care Essentials: Nourishing Your Mind and Body Every Day
In this transformative episode, Ace dives deep into the critical importance of self-care and how it can radically improve your overall well-being. Self-care isn’t just a buzzword or "trend". However, it’s a vital component of a heal...
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27:47
How to Stop Making Excuses & Why Growth Isn't Sexy
It is human nature to get frustrated and defeated when things get challenging and difficult. Most people throw in the towel and start a new career, relationship, goal or dream, before even seeing it all the way through.In th...
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26:32
From Good to Great | Why Most People Don't Take the Leap
Do you feel like you have more in the tank?Have you been settling for way too long?In this episode, Ace discusses a recent viral clip of Will Smith talking about what it takes to truly be "great". He will also talk about h...
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