489. Your Partner Will Bring Up Your Shadow

489. Your Partner Will Bring Up Your Shadow

Author: Almost 30 July 9, 2024 Duration: 15:20
Time to get real with Lindsey as she brings us on an intimate exploration of her postpartum life. In this episode, Lindsey discusses the struggles of embracing her post-baby body as well as maintaining her mental health in one of the most challenging seasons of her life thus far. Ahead, Lindsey shares a completely new perspective on body image and emphasizes the importance of taking things slowly when returning to exercise. She also shares her experiences with breastfeeding and how to seek emotional support during this transformative period. Join Lindsey as she reflects on the power of self-reflection and open communication in relationships, as well as how she is healing her people-pleasing tendencies. Plus, go behind the scenes of her first vacation with her baby and get all the best travel tips for new parents! Morning Microdose is a podcast curated by Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, the hosts and founders of Almost 30, a global community, brand, and top rated podcast. With curated clips from the Almost 30 podcast, Morning Mircodose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought provoking conversations…all in digestible episodes that are less than 10 minutes. Wake up with Krista and Lindsey, both literally and spiritually, Monday-Friday. If you enjoyed this conversation, listen to the full episode on Spotify here and on Apple here. 

Finding this space might feel like a happy accident, but there's a reason you're here. Morning Microdose, from the team at Almost 30, is a daily practice designed to replace that initial, often mindless, scroll through your phone with something that actually nourishes you. We recognize how vulnerable our thoughts are in those first waking moments, and how frequently we surrender that time to digital noise instead of our own intention. This podcast offers a concise, sub-ten-minute experience crafted to consciously prime your mind, body, and spirit for whatever the day holds. Each episode weaves together perspectives from education, culture, fitness, and holistic health, creating a short but potent blend of ideas for self-improvement. You'll hear reflections on societal trends, practical wellness tips, and thoughtful insights that challenge the usual morning routine. It's about making those first few minutes count, setting a tone of awareness and purpose that can ripple through your entire day. Tune in and discover how a small, consistent dose of mindful content can fundamentally shift your morning-and by extension, your outlook.
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Duration: 13:54
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Duration: 11:34
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969. Stop Losing Yourself in Someone Else [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:44
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968. Growth Feels Like Loss At First [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:28
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967. Struggling with How You Were Raised? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:18
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966. Self Censorship + Finding Your True Self [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:14
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965. Why You’re Still Holding Yourself Back [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:16
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964. You’re Living Through a Spiritual Shift [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:02
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963. Finding Your Perfect Career Path [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:24
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962. Being Present in Your Child’s Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:00
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