585. Toxic Positivity: How It's Holding You Back From Processing Emotions and Connecting Authentically

585. Toxic Positivity: How It's Holding You Back From Processing Emotions and Connecting Authentically

Author: Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik February 28, 2023 Duration: 1:12:17
Do you ever feel like you’re constantly being told to be positive? Whether its through mantras like “good vibes only” and “look on the brightside,” not to mention the endless inspirational quotes and often well intended advice (both online and off), it can feel like silencing our emotions is the only way to live a “happy life.” Whitney Goodman is a radically honest psychotherapist, whose new book, Toxic Positivity: Keeping It Real In A World Obsessed With Being Happy, shows readers how to shift the goal from being happy to being authentic in order to live fully. A millennial on a quest to make mental health information accessible and easy to understand, Whitney helps people who want to improve their relationships and emotional wellness. In this episode, Lindsey and Whitney unpack how damaging toxic positivity can be to both ourselves and our relationships. She also provides us with tangible tools on how to work through and process difficult emotions to experience a more fulfilled and authentic life.  We also talk about: What is toxic positivity  How to hold space for yourself and others  Developing a solid foundation in your relationships  Feeling connected to your body Recognizing and preventing burn out  Unpacking your lifestyle and your systems  Why humans resist loneliness and change Releasing the need to control your emotions Resources: Read: Toxic Positivity: Keeping It Real in a World Obsessed with Being Happy Instagram: @sitwithwhit Sponsors: Osea | Head to oseamalibu.com and use code ALMOST30 for 10% off.  Issuu | Get started with Issuu today for FREE or sign up for an annual premium account and get 50% off when you go to issuu.com/podcast and use promo code ALMOST30. Cymbiotika | Use code ALMOST30 at checkout for 15% off your first purchase at cymbiotika.com/discount/ALMOST30. Alo Moves | Go to alomoves.com and use the all caps code ALMOST30 to get a free 30-day trial, plus 50% off an annual membership.  De Lune | Get 23% off your first order of full-cycle hormonal support by De Lune with code ALMOST30 at cyclehealth.com/almost30.  Learn more: almost30.com/learn almost30.com/morningmicrodose almost30.com/podcast-pro Join our community: almost30.com/membership facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer.  Find more to love at almost30.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by best friends Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, Almost 30 feels like a series of candid, late-night talks with people who genuinely get it. This podcast centers on the messy, transformative journey of navigating your late twenties and beyond, blending heart-centered conversations between the hosts with raw and impactful interviews. Their discussions naturally span modern spirituality, practical health and wellness, fitness, self-improvement, and the complexities of dating and relationships. What you’ll hear isn’t prescriptive advice but rather shared exploration-hilarious, vulnerable, and often surprising. The aim is to create a supportive audio space that challenges listeners to expand their view of what’s possible for their lives. Tuning into this podcast means joining a conversation that fuels a more conscious evolution, offering both laughter and tangible insights for personal growth. Krista and Lindsey build each episode with the intention to empower, making the often-isolating topics of alternative health and personal development feel accessible and deeply relatable.
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Podcast Episodes
755. Feeling Lost? Lessons on Body, Money + Career Alignment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:18
Join Lindsey + Krista as they dive into their wild journey of self-discovery in their 20s, sharing personal stories of financial oopsies and the art of bouncing back like a total pro. This episode is all about learning h…
754. Stress Is Killing You + Your Relationship: Here’s How To Fix It [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:01
It’s time to unpack the connection between stress and relationship issues with renowned family therapist Elizabeth Earnshaw. Her latest book, ‘Til Stress Do Us Part reveals the sneaky ways unrecognized stress can be the…
753. BOTOX: The Truth, Toxicity, and How to Get a Holistic Glow [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:31:13
Holistic skincare girlies, get ready! Anti-aging guru Kathryn Romine is on the podcast today, sharing with Lindsey her emotional journey from a Botox enthusiast to a natural skincare advocate. Discover the secrets to you…
752: You Are Made For MORE: This Is How You Become It [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:20
In this powerful solo episode, Krista reveals her personal struggles + triumphs as she discusses the soul's path to finding purpose. Discover what could happen when you lean into your intuition and fully embrace the unkn…
751: THIS Shapes your BODY, EMOTIONS and APPEARANCE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:27
Fascia is the new frontier—discover the miracle of our body’s connective tissue with expert Bonnie Crotzer! Bonnie reveals why fascia is a vital component that impacts everything from our health to our appearance, sharin…
750. Your Soul Wants To Manifest THIS Way [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:16
Have you heard of soul manifestation? In this episode, Bree Melanson enlightens us on how to harness the power of spirituality to make your dream life a reality. Spoiler—it involves tapping into your soul in a way you’ve…
749. What Dating in My 20s Taught Me About Marriage in My 30s [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:33
In today’s solo with Lindsey, she gets real about her "cringe" dating moments in her 20s and how they ultimately laid the foundation for the partnership she manifested in her 30s. If you’re ready to call in love built on…