Imperfect Pathways LLC

09/05/2025

Sometimes you need the reminder…
You’ve been carrying a lot. You’ve been showing up, even on the hard days. And that matters.

Wherever you are in your journey—big wins, small steps, or simply making it through the day—I want you to hear this clearly:

* I am proud of you. *

Take a moment to find a win, no matter how small, and celebrate it. Give yourself permission to pause, breathe, and rest. 💙

And if the hard days have been adding up, know you don’t have to face them alone. Imperfect Pathways is here for you. We offer free initial consults—book today at imperfectpathways.com Whether it’s life, business, or both—we’re here to help you move forward.

09/04/2025

September Trainings at Imperfect Pathways 🌟

September is National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, and we’re honoring it with two powerful 90-minute trainings designed to support both individuals and teams in building healthier, more resilient lives.

📅 Stop the Spiral: Your 90-Minute Stress Reset
👉 September 24 | 1:30–3:00 PM
Stress is often the first step on the path toward crisis. In this engaging workshop, you’ll learn your unique stress profile, discover strategies to manage it, and build a personal action plan—because managing stress early helps prevent it from spiraling into crisis.
Registration Link: https://www.imperfectpathways.com/event-details-registration/stop-the-spiral-your-guide-to-a-90-minute-stress-reset-2

📅 Recognize & Respond: Your Role in Su***de Prevention
👉 September 30 | 1:30–3:00 PM
Just like CPR, these are skills you hope you never need—but being prepared could save a life. Learn to recognize warning signs, start supportive conversations, reduce stigma, and connect someone in crisis to the right resources.
Registration Link: https://www.imperfectpathways.com/event-details-registration/recognize-respond-your-role-in-su***de-prevention

📍 Location: Imperfect Pathways, 3737 Woodland Ave, Suite 640, West Des Moines
💵 Cost: $50 per training | Early Bird: $40 with code EARLY10
👥 Open to adults 18+. Perfect for individuals, workplace teams, healthcare professionals, schools, and community organizations.

Both sessions are engaging, interactive, and include free resources to take home. Together, they create a powerful combination: learning how to manage stress before it becomes crisis, and knowing how to respond if someone is already in crisis.

Seats are limited—register today and be part of a community that’s ready to support one another.

09/03/2025

You've scrolled through all the social media posts. You've bookmarked countless articles about hormone balance, nutrition tips, and exercise routines. You know what you should be doing for perimenopause and menopause... but knowing and doing are two very different things.

Here's what you really need....

Someone in your corner who gets it. Someone to help you cut through the overwhelm and focus on what actually works for YOUR unique situation, YOUR goals, and YOUR life.

Why Coaching Makes All the Difference During This Transition

This isn't just about hot flashes and hormone changes. Perimenopause and menopause represent one of the most significant transitions in a woman's life – physically, emotionally, and mentally. You're not just managing symptoms; you're reimagining who you are and who you want to become in this next chapter.

The reality is:
Generic advice doesn't account for your specific challenges, your family dynamics, your work stress, or your personal health history. What works for your friend might not work for you, and that's completely normal.
What you deserve: Personalized support that meets you exactly where you are. Someone to help you navigate the conflicting information, create realistic goals that fit your lifestyle, and hold you accountable when motivation wavers (because it will – and that's okay too).

This Is Where Imperfect Pathways Comes In

At Imperfect Pathways, Coach Cannady Fritzjunker doesn't just give you another list of things to try. As a certified women's life and wellness coach specializing in perimenopause and menopause, she works WITH you to:

✨ Cut through the information overload and focus on what actually matters for YOUR journey
✨ Create sustainable, realistic goals that work with your real life (not some perfect Instagram version)
✨ Provide the accountability and support you need to stay consistent
✨ Help you reclaim your confidence and sense of empowerment during this transition
✨ Navigate the emotional and mental shifts that come with this life stage
Because here's the truth: You don't need to figure this out alone. You don't need to be perfect. You just need the right support to become the empowered, thriving woman you're meant to be.

🎯 Special Offer - Limited Time
Now through September 30th: Save 10% on all perimenopause/menopause coaching packages- Cannot be combined with other discounts

Always Available: 20% off all services for first responders and military service members – because we honor those who serve our communities.

Ready to stop scrolling and start thriving?
Let's talk about what personalized support could look like for you.
Visit imperfectpathways.com today for a free initial consult!

09/01/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month

Over 49,000 people died by su***de in 2023. That is one death every 11 minutes. It's time to break the silence and start saving lives.

Warning Signs to Watch For:

- Talking about wanting to die or kill themselves
- Looking for ways to kill themselves
- Talking about feeling hopeless or having no purpose
- Talking about being trapped or in unbearable pain
- Talking about being a burden to others
- Increasing use of alcohol or drugs
- Acting anxious, agitated, or reckless
- Sleeping too little or too much
- Withdrawing or feeling isolated
- Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge
- Displaying extreme mood swings

These signs don't always mean someone is thinking about su***de, but they indicate someone is struggling and needs support.
Trust your instincts - if you're concerned about someone, reach out.

CRISIS HELP IS AVAILABLE 24/7
Call or Text 988
National Crisis Lifeline - Anonymous, Free, Available 24/7

You are not alone. Your life matters. Help is available.

Please share this post. You never know who might need to see it.

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08/31/2025

Myth: "You have to be happy and positive all the time to be well."

Truth: Myth Busted! The pressure to be constantly happy is one of the most draining myths in wellness. We're told that a healthy life means smiling through every challenge and avoiding any negative emotion. But this is a dangerous and impossible standard.

The honest truth is, true wellness includes the full spectrum of human emotions. It's not just okay to feel sadness, anger, or frustration—it's healthy. These emotions are a natural and necessary part of being human. Pushing them away doesn't make them disappear; it can give them more power and lead to burnout.

Wellness is about acknowledging your emotions, feeling them without judgment, and moving through them—not pretending they don't exist.

What's one emotion you're giving yourself permission to feel today?

08/30/2025

Myth: "You need to spend a lot of money on organic food, supplements, and gym memberships to be healthy."

Truth: Myth Busted! The wellness industry loves to tell us that a healthy life comes with a high price tag. We see influencers with expensive workout gear, exotic foods, and countless supplements, and we start to believe that being well is a luxury we can't afford.

The honest truth is, wellness is about accessible habits that serve you, not about expensive products that drain your bank account. A walk in your local park is free. A home-cooked meal with simple, whole ingredients is often more nourishing than a pricey meal plan. Hydration and rest cost nothing.

Your wellness journey doesn't have to break the bank.

What's one free habit you're prioritizing for your wellness this week?

08/29/2025

Myth: "Meditation is about clearing your mind of all thoughts."

Truth: Myth Busted! This is one of the biggest reasons people give up on meditation. We start a session, get frustrated when our minds won't be quiet, and assume we're failing. But here’s a secret: an empty mind is an impossible goal. Your brain is designed to think!

Meditation isn’t about stopping your thoughts; it’s about changing your relationship with them. It's the simple, powerful practice of observing your thoughts as they come and go, without judgment. Think of yourself as an observer on a riverbank, watching leaves float by. You acknowledge each leaf (thought) but you don’t have to jump in and go with it.

This National Wellness Month, let’s reframe meditation. It's not about achieving a perfect state of mental silence; it's about building a healthier relationship with your mind, one moment of calm observation at a time.

What's one thought you're choosing to observe without judgment today?

If you would like support mapping out your wellness journey, book your free initial consult at imperfectpathways.com

08/28/2025

Myth: "Self-care has to be a long, elaborate ritual with bubble baths and candles."

Truth: Myth Busted! While a bubble bath can be lovely, it’s not a requirement for self-care. The wellness industry has convinced us that self-care must be a fancy, time-consuming event. This often makes it feel out of reach, something we can only do on a rare day off.

The honest truth is, self-care is about meeting your needs in the moment. It’s about being present enough to know what you need and brave enough to give it to yourself. This could be as simple as saying “no” to a request that overburdens you, taking a five-minute break to stare out the window, or just a few deep breaths to calm your nervous system.

Let's redefine self-care. It’s not about grand gestures; it’s about small, consistent acts of kindness toward yourself.

What's one small act of self-care you can give yourself today?

08/27/2025

Wellness Reality Check
Myth: "You have to drink fancy green juices and smoothies to be healthy."

Reality: Myth Busted! The wellness industry loves to sell us on expensive, complicated detoxes and cleanse programs. We’re told we need to buy pricey blenders and specialized supplements just to get our daily vitamins.

But here's the honest truth: the best and most effective way to get your vitamins is through whole foods you already enjoy. A simple piece of fruit, a handful of nuts, or a serving of vegetables with your meal is just as good, if not better, than a trendy green juice.

Wellness isn't about perfection; it's about nourishment. Focus on eating foods that make you feel good and that you genuinely enjoy. It’s about building a sustainable relationship with food, not following a restrictive, expensive diet.

What's one simple, whole food you're adding to your plate today?

If you want to leanr more about how you can simplify your own wellness and build lasting healthy habits, book your free initial consult today at imperfectpathways.com.

08/26/2025

Myth: "You have to work out for at least an hour a day to be healthy."

Truth: Myth Busted! This idea is a major reason so many of us feel like failures before we even begin. The truth is, you don't need to spend an hour at the gym to feel the benefits of movement.

The most valuable movement isn't about intensity or duration; it's about consistency. A brisk 15-minute walk around the block, a 10-minute stretching session while you wait for your coffee to brew, or even just dancing to one of your favorite songs in the kitchen all count.

These small bursts of activity can help improve your mood, boost your energy, and make a real difference over time. Stop waiting for a full hour to magically appear in your day. Start with what you have, and celebrate the small steps.

What's one small way you're choosing to move your body today?
Share in the comments below!

08/25/2025

We're constantly told to "go, go, go." Our phones are a constant stream of information, our to-do lists are ever-growing, and our minds are rarely still. It's no wonder that many of us feel restless and anxious when we're faced with just being.

We've been conditioned to fear the quiet. In our hurried culture, silence can feel like an invitation for uncomfortability, a space we quickly fill with noise or distraction.

But what if the quiet is where you find yourself again? What if the stillness holds the answers you've been searching for in the chaos?

This week, join us in practicing being present. It’s an act of true self-care.

Try this:
- find a quiet spot
- sit for just 5 minutes
- and simply breathe.
Don’t try to fix anything or solve a problem... Just be.

This is your permission to sit in the calm, to find rest not in doing, but in being. You can build on this, from 5 minutes to 15, to eventually reclaiming an hour of peace for yourself.

08/21/2025

🚨Last Chance to Vote!

Time is running out to cast your vote for the Urbandale Chamber Best in Class Awards 2025 — voting closes TOMORROW, and we don’t know exactly when on Friday, so please get your votes in today!

Imperfect Pathways is eligible in these categories:
✅ Business to Business (B2B)
✅ Business to Consumer (B2C)
✅ Best in Healthcare
✅ Best Business Meet-Up Spot
✅ Best in Classrooms
✅ Best Office Pet (say Imperfect Pathways, not her name!)
✅ Best Regional Business

👉 Click here to vote today: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/jDi2hSb/bestinclass2025

💙 It’s quick, free, and anyone can vote — no need to live here or be a member. This is the easiest way to show support for our small business, and we’d be so grateful if you could take a moment to help us out before time runs out!

Who is Best in Class - Vote Today!