812. Stop Shrinking, Start Speaking Up, and Level Up Your Life

812. Stop Shrinking, Start Speaking Up, and Level Up Your Life

Author: Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik November 4, 2025 Duration: 37:56
In this unfiltered advice episode, K+L tackle your most relatable life dilemmas—from modern dating confusion to sticky workplace dynamics. If you’ve ever wondered how to ask “what are we?”, say no to yet another bachelorette weekend, or finally stop people-pleasing, this one’s for you. Ahead, the girls get real about setting boundaries without guilt, finding clarity in love + friendships, and reclaiming your confidence when everyone else’s opinions get loud. Through grounded spiritual wisdom, K+L explore how self-respect is the foundation for every healthy relationship. Walk away with easy scripts, mindset shifts, and empowering permission to speak up for what you deserve—in dating, friendships, and your career. This conversation is a reminder that honoring your truth doesn’t make you difficult—it makes you magnetic. We also talk about: Navigating toxic workplace dynamics + asking for a raise When your partner’s video game habit crosses a line (and how to address it kindly)-The truth about people-pleasing + how to stop betraying yourself to keep the peace Real-life scripts for setting boundaries at work, in love, and with friends How to give honest feedback to loved ones without guilt or drama Microdosing, creativity, and how self-awareness can unlock confidence Why clarity around your needs leads to more authentic connection Building self-worth through small acts of radical honesty Resources: Instagram: @lindseysimcik Instagram: @itskrista Website: https://itskrista.com/ Order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: https://bit.ly/Almost30Book.  Sponsors: Cymbiotika | Go to Cymbiotika.com/Almost30 for 20% off + free shipping.  SKIMS | Shop my favorite bras and underwear at SKIMS.com/almost30. Ka’Chava | Go to kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your next order. Hero Bread | Hero Bread is offering 10% off your order. Go to hero.co and use code ALMOST30 at checkout. BEAM | Visit shopbeam.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 to get our exclusive discount of up to 40% off. Revolve | Shop at REVOLVE.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order. #REVOLVEpartner Bon Charge | Go to boncharge.com and use code almost30 to save 15%.  To advertise on this podcast please email: partnerships@almost30.com. Learn More: https://almost30.com/about https://almost30.com/morningmicrodose https://almost30.com/book Join our community: https://facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups https://instagram.com/almost30podcast https://tiktok.com/@almost30podcast https://youtube.com/Almost30Podcast Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer.  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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860. Identity Shifts, Breakups + Becoming Your Next Self [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:06
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859. Why You Still Feel Stuck in Love (Even After Doing the Work) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:56:27
If you’ve done the therapy, read the books, regulated your nervous system…and still feel stuck in the same relationship patterns—this is for you. Thais Gibson, counselor, speaker, and the co-founder of The Persona Develo…
858. Social Media as Shadow Work—What Your Triggers are Revealing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:30
What if social media isn’t ruining your confidence… but revealing the exact places you’re meant to heal? In this deeply honest solo, Krista breaks down how your Instagram feed is actually a mirror—reflecting your fears,…
857. From Burnout to Desire: Reclaiming Your Body + Sex Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:28:19
In this episode, Krista sits down with world-renowned relationship therapist, media personality, award winning radio host, and New York Times bestselling author Laura Berman to unpack what’s really happening in modern lo…
Welcome to Almost 30! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:04
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