740. Why Nice Isn’t Always a Good Thing: Aaron Doughty on Empaths

740. Why Nice Isn’t Always a Good Thing: Aaron Doughty on Empaths

Author: Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik January 21, 2025 Duration: 1:55:36
It’s time to embrace the unknown, trust your excitement, and break free from old patterns. In this episode, Aaron Doughty shares his personal journey, from working at Nordstrom to becoming a renowned YouTuber and live event host, offering inspiration for anyone feeling stuck right now.  Ahead, Aaron dives into the profound impact of childhood traumas on his spiritual growth, the significance of forgiveness, and how understanding control dynamics can revolutionize your relationships. Krista + Aaron also discuss how empaths can reclaim their energy.  If you’re feeling bound by old limiting beliefs and are itching to find purpose, alignment, and healthy connection, Aaron reveals the secret to living the life you always dreamed of. Get ready to experience your highest vibration + full potential –  it’s waiting on the other side of this episode! We also talk about: Transforming belief systems to attract authentic connections The significance of surrendering control in relationships Balancing vulnerability + authenticity for personal growth Shifting from daily social media content to live, interactive experiences Improving friendships + romantic relationships through self-worth Navigating the challenges of delegation + maintaining standards Practicing self-expression + setting boundaries as an empath The dynamics of masculine + feminine energy in relationships Resources YouTube: @AaronDoughty44 Instagram: @aarondoughty44 Pre-order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: http://bit.ly/Almost30Book.  Sponsors: Apothekary | Go to apothekary.co and get 15% off using the code ALMOST30 at checkout.  Our Place | Go to fromourplace.com and enter code ALMOST30 at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide.  BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/almost30 and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month. Audible |  New members can try Audible free for 30 days. Visit Audible.com/ALMOST30 or text ALMOST30 to 500-500. Timeline | Go to timeline.com/ALMOST30 and get 10% off your order of Mitopure. 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: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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 869

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Podcast Episodes
Ep. 8 - How to Learn from People You Are Dating *Minisode* [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:14
Too often we walk away from a break-up or a passionate fling feeling angry, frustrated, hopeless, lead-on, or just plain PISSED. BUT HEY, he/she entered your life for a reason, and made an exit FOR A REASON. In this mini…
Ep. 7 - Marriage FOMO [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:49
Whether you're a guy or a girl, you've felt it. THE PRESSURE. Some girls equate happiness with marriage and kids. At a certain age the thirst is REAL and pretty overwhelming for both parties involved. Krista and Lindsey…
Ep. 6 - (Unwritten) Fitness Class Etiquette *Minisode* [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:57
In Almost 30's first minisode, Krista and Lindsey talk FITNESS CLASS ETIQUETTE. The girls skip deodorant talk and serve up some deep do's and dont's. These tips will help you set the vibe in the room and the tone for the…
Ep. 5 - Destuffing Bras + Stuffing Faces [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:15
In Episode 5 of Almost 30, Lindsey and Krista begin by celebrating no longer stuffing their bra's and recounting a meet-up with a high school crush 12 years later. They highly suggest the latter. In one of their favorite…
Ep. 4 - (Boy)friends with Benefits [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:22
In Episode 4, Krista and Lindsey jump right in to their 100 and Not 100 of the week, admitting that a boring Vegas night is actually freakin' cool, sharing how crystals have healed them, and having an honest convo about…
Ep. 3 - Jen Glantz, "Bridesmaid for Hire" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:01
The best interviews should make you cry happy tears, right? Our first interview to share with you, is with the amazing, lovely and talented Jen Glantz. A lady who made her name by posting an ad on Craigslist to be a prof…
Ep. 2 - Bring on the Boys [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:12
In this week's episode of Almost 30, we bring on two very special guests who will speak for the single and taken males of 2016. We'll discuss dating on dating apps, what they find attractive about women, and other deep a…
Ep. 1 - Welcome to Almost 30! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:08
The very first episode of The Almost 30 Podcast gets right into it. Our first segment, '20's Us, 30's Us' is a hilarious, real and raw look back into what the F we were doing in our twenties (like TANNING BEDS - what?) T…