837. If You Feel Lost in Your Career, Listen to This

837. If You Feel Lost in Your Career, Listen to This

Author: Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik January 20, 2026 Duration: 1:35:12
Struggling to find your purpose or feel fulfilled in your career? In this episode, Krista sits down with renowned career coach and TED Talk expert Ashley Stahl for a surprising take on why “following your passion” might be sabotaging your professional happiness—and what to do instead.  Ashley breaks down how to reconnect with your core self, identify your natural strengths, and create a career path that feels aligned, sustainable, and energizing. They explore how to move out of confusion, burnout, and constant comparison, and into clarity, confidence, and self-trust.  The girls dive deep into self-worth, imposter syndrome, and the power of crafting a compelling personal story. Ashley shares practical frameworks for testing new paths through side hustles + job crafting, and making bold moves from a regulated, grounded place rather than fear or pressure. We also talk about: Why “do what you love” is terrible advice—and what to do instead The three “lily pads” of career fulfillment + how to leap to the next one Releasing shame + self-doubt in a social media obsessed world Why core values matter more than you think (and how to spot yours) The essential link between nervous system regulation + making major life changes Concrete tips on self-calibration, intuition, and finding your true “home base” Building a standout elevator pitch + telling your story with confidence The untold truth about success: sculpting yourself for what you want—and holding it Resources: Website: https://wisewhisperagency.com/about-us/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-turn-podcast-w-ashley-stahl/id1382321276 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleystahl/?hl=en 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: Our Place | Visit fromourplace.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 for 10% off sitewide.  Fatty15 | Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 at checkout.  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. Revolve | Shop at REVOLVE.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order. #REVOLVEpartner 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. Chime | It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to Chime.com/ALMOST30. Paleovalley | Head to paleovalley.com/almost30 for 15% off your order! 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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863. Rewire Beauty Conditioning + Actually Enjoy The Body You Have [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:01
In this episode, K+L unpack the body image conditioning many women carry from their twenties into adulthood. From dieting, comparison, and dating insecurities to confidence, pregnancy, and healing, this conversation refr…
862. I’m Pregnant with Baby #2! An Unfiltered Update + Q&A [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:07
Maybe you guessed it?! Lindsey is pregnant with baby #2! In this episode, she shares her exciting news and gets real about the emotional, physical, and spiritual shifts of pregnancy the second time around—from body image…
860. Identity Shifts, Breakups + Becoming Your Next Self [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:06
What if you could start over—right now? In this K+L solo, Lindsey + Krista explore the truth about identity shifts, the discomfort of being in-between versions of yourself, and why the most painful seasons are often the…
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…