678. Beauty Standards, Mental Illness, + Imposter Syndrome: Rising Through Pain with Mari Llewellyn

678. Beauty Standards, Mental Illness, + Imposter Syndrome: Rising Through Pain with Mari Llewellyn

Author: Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik April 2, 2024 Duration: 1:25:24
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In this episode, Mari Llewellyn shares her inspiring weight loss story and how she turned her pain into a flourishing wellness business with her supplement line, Bloom. Mari + Krista unpack topics like beauty standards, depression, and the challenges of being in the public eye.  Ahead, Mari shares her battles with mental health, the unintended side effects of medication, and the struggle to balance her personal and professional life. Meanwhile, Krista opens up about her experiences with anxiety and personal evolution.  Together, they reflect on the pitfalls of college life, the regret over wasted time, and the redemption found in self-awareness and healing. As ambitious women, Mari + Krista take us through their intense approach to health, wellness, career, and living authentic, meaningful lives.  We also talk about: Navigating public perception + undoing internalized shame The correlation between substance use + mental health struggles The interplay of fantasy + escapism in coping with reality The fear of failure + pressures of maintaining success Confronting past behaviors + setting boundaries for the future Facing beauty standards in different social contexts The role of spirituality in personal + professional life transitions The importance of self-awareness in overcoming hardship Resources: Instagram: @marillewellyn Bloom Supplements Podcast: Pursuit of Wellness Sponsors: IQ Bar | Get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. Just text ALMOST to 64000 to get your discount. OSEA | Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code A30POD at OSEAMalibu.com. Ritual | Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/ALMOST30. BetterHelp | Visit BetterHelp.com/almost30 today to get 10% off your first month. ARMRA | Go to tryarmra.com/ALMOST30 or enter ALMOST30 to get 15% off your first order. To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/Almost30.  Learn More: almost30.com/learn almost30.com/morningmicrodose almost30.com/courses  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! Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro.  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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