
711. Overwhelmed? Here's what to do about it.
It’s no secret that women in this community are stressed out and doing the most! In this eye-opening solo episode, Krista addresses one of the most potent problems faced by women today: overwhelm. Learn how you can finally beat your burnout and feel rested + inspired again! Ahead, Krista chats about the addictive dance between dopamine and cortisol, and how to break free from this cycle. You’ll also get practical tips on how to take proper breaks, perform friendship audits, and set boundaries for your mental clarity. If you are someone who struggles to say no and is overwhelmed on the daily – this episode is for you! Krista's unique take on keeping your spiritual life grounded and your tasks achievable will leave you feeling empowered and ready to tackle life's beautiful challenges! We also talk about: The "five no theory" to manage commitments Mindful workouts + grounding practices Connecting with nature to reduce stress Ranking + living by top three personal values Strategies for breaking the addiction to stress How social media can contribute to overwhelm The elusive benefits + pitfalls of stress addiction Krista’s top three values: freedom, connection, + beauty Resources: Instagram: @itskrista Website: https://itskrista.com/ Sponsors: AG1 | Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/almost30. Home Chef | For a limited time, HomeChef is offering my listeners 18 free meals PLUS free dessert for life and of course, free shipping on your first box! Go to homechef.com/ALMOST30. 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. Fatty15 | Get 15% off the 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/ALMOST30 and using code ALMOST30 at checkout. 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
3 Sep 202449min

710. Your Astro Archetype For Better Decision Making and Relationships
It’s time for a much needed dose of astrology! Today, Lindsey is joined by Ophira Edut, one-half of the AstroTwins – official astrologers for ELLE magazine and authors of the forthcoming book, The Astrology Advantage – to unpack the transformative shift in consciousness occurring right now. As we embark upon the age of Aquarius, Ophira explains why this period will usher in significant periods of growth and personal evolution. Explore your own role in this evolution as Ophira illuminates three astrological archetypes from her new book – innovators, mavens, and authorities. Is your relationship affected by the stars? Ophira also gives us the scoop on how birth charts can reveal relationship tendencies and parenting approaches. Get ready to level up in your career, love life, and more with groundbreaking insights from an absolute queen of the celestial arts. We also talk about: 2025 predictions for spirituality, technology + communal living The impact of astrology on decision-making and creativity How your birth chart affects your attachment style The newly fluid nature of relationships + dating dynamics Why it’s harder to listen to our intuition right now How to use astrology to handle uncertainty in life Resources: Take the I*AM Quiz, find out if you’re an Innovator, Authority or Maven: https://galaxy.astrostyle.com/go/iam-quiz Book: THE ASTROLOGY ADVANTAGE: Use Your Horoscope for Personal and Professional Success Website: astrostyle.com Instagram: @astrotwins TikTok: @astrotwins_ Facebook: https://facebook.com/AstroTwins Sponsors: Soul | Head to GetSoul.com and use code ALMOST30 for 30% off your order. Posh Peanut | Go to Posh Peanut.com/ALMOST30, and use promo code ALMOST30 for 20% off your first order. Cymbiotika | Go to Cymbiotika.com/Almost30 and use code ALMOST30 for 20% off sitewide. Hero Bread | Get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code ALMOST30 at checkout. 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
29 Aug 20241h 34min

709. The Groundbreaking Nutrient for Anti-Aging + Longevity
In this episode, join Krista as she uncovers the secrets of longevity and cellular health with guest Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson; co-founder of Fatty15, the world's first, and only science-backed, patented, award-winning C15:0 supplement, inspired by groundbreaking studies helping to improve the health of aging dolphins. Learn about the connection between cellular fragility syndrome, C15:0 deficiency, and the alarming rise of aging-related diseases in our youth. Dr. Steph explains why avoiding fat is detrimental to our health, and how Fatty15 aims to reverse cellular aging and promote whole-body wellness. For the world’s latest health discoveries, Fatty15 is a brand to follow. Dr. Steph and her team are on a mission to revolutionize global health by changing nutritional guidelines and agricultural practices to incorporate the benefits of C15:0 for stronger cells, slower aging, and healthier metabolism. We also talk about: Why the average lifespan has been decreasing since 2007 Why dolphin and human health are so interrelated The role of dairy, pecorino cheese, and grass-fed cows in longevity zones C15:0’s role in stabilizing cell membranes + repairing mitochondria Environmental changes affecting C15:0 levels in fish and dolphins C15:0’s benefits for mood, appetite, sleep, and pain management Resources: Keep up to date with all the latest science news on Instagram: @fatty15 Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order at https://fatty15.com/ Sponsors: ARMRA | Go to tryarmra.com/ALMOST30 or enter ALMOST30 to get 15% off your first order. AG1 | Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/almost30. SKIMS | Shop the SKIMS Soft Lounge Collection at SKIMS.com. Now available in sizes XXS - 4X. If you haven't yet, be sure to let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. Tonal | Right now, Tonal is offering our listeners $200 off your Tonal purchase with promo code ALMOST30. 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
27 Aug 202449min

708. The Neuroscience Behind Breakups + Building Better Habits
In this episode, Krista sits down with neuroscientist Nicole Vignola, aka “Instagram’s favourite brain expert” to explore the profound impact our thoughts have on our lives. Nicole shares her personal journey in overcoming anxiety and her excitement about her new book, Rewire. Ahead, Nicole delves into the neuroscience behind self-sabotage, procrastination, and the power of the subconscious mind. Learn exactly how you can rewire your brain, starting with the importance of self-compassion in creating positive change. Get practical advice on manifestation, visualization, and subconscious reprogramming you can apply to your life now! Plus, Nicole addresses the impact of alcohol on brain health, the role of dopamine during emotional events, and how social media is changing our innate cognitive function. We also talk about: The neuroscience of breakups + methods for emotional recovery Differences between long-term relationship breakups + situationships Strategies to override automatic negative thought patterns How to intercept physiological stress responses How upbringing + societal beauty standards affect self-esteem The role of mirror neurons + empathy in social interactions Why your decision-making capabilities improve after age 25 Effects of social media on mental fatigue + cognitive overload Resources: Website: https://www.nicolesneuroscience.com/ Book: Rewire: Break the Cycle, Alter Your Thoughts and Create Lasting Change Instagram: @nicolesneuroscience Sponsors: Manukora | Head to manukora.com/almost30 to get $25 off the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! LMNT | Get your free Sample Pack with any LMNT purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/Almost30. Be sure to try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water. Hello Bello | Go to hellobello.com/ALMOST30, to get 30% your first customized bundle, AND a full-size freebie product of your choice. AG1 | Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/almost30. 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
20 Aug 20241h 23min

707. How To Lose Weight and Love Your Body
In this episode, K+L sit down with Michelle Shapiro, NYC based functional registered dietitian and expert in helping women “lose weight lovingly.” Michelle gives us the lowdown on all things weight loss – including how our childhood impacts food addictions, why emotional pain causes us to gain, and so much more. Ahead, Michelle explains why the “set point theory” keeps our bodies from losing weight and what we can do to shift it. She also explains the connection between blood sugar dysregulation, inflammation, and weight gain, giving practical tips on how to stabilize it. If you’re fighting with your body or just plain lost in a world of fad diets, Michelle is here to tell you exactly what you need to hear: that reclaiming your health and feeling amazing in your body is possible and can actually be fun, too! We also talk about: How irregular eating patterns impact metabolism GLP-1 medications and their market influence Pharmaceutical + food industries' societal implications The complexity of body acceptance vs. weight loss desires Nutritional tips + the effects of different types of dietary fats Histamine intolerance + its relation to physiological anxiety Strategies for stabilizing blood sugar + cortisol levels Resources: Website: https://michelleshapirord.com/ Podcast: Quiet The Diet Instagram: @michelleshapirord Sponsors: Lolavie | Check out all LolaVie products at your local Ulta Beauty location to experience the luxurious scent for yourself, or head directly to their website at lolavie.com. As our loyal listeners you'll get an exclusive 15% off your entire order when you use code A30POD at checkout. Cymbiotika | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off sitewide. Soul | Head to GetSoul.com and use code ALMOST30 for 30% off your order. Coop | Go to CoopSleepGoods.com/almost30 and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off. 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
15 Aug 20241h 45min

706. This is How You Move Forward After Heartbreak
If you’re heartbroken right now, this episode is for you. This week, K+L discuss the psychological and physical impacts of ending a relationship. The girls are your personal guides through the process of feeling these intense emotions, creating healthy post-breakup routines, and more. Ahead, Krista + Lindsey explore the different ways men and women experience breakups from a neuroscience perspective, explaining why those addicting love chemicals don’t leave with your ex. Plus, learn how to heal abandonment wounds and triggers that breakups can ultimately bring up. Get ready for some of K+L’s personal breakup stories and how they’ve used the power of reflection to extract lessons from the relationship. Finally, discover how to turn breakups into opportunities for adventure. After all, stepping into the unknown with full faith is always a recipe for magic. We also talk about: Why avoiding contact with your ex is necessary The impact of hormonal changes during breakups How breakups differ during different life stages Why friends are crucial in the healing process How to break free from routines established with exes Creating new neural networks post breakup Resources: Instagram: @lindseysimcik Program: Sacredness of Being Single Instagram: @itskrista Website: https://itskrista.com/ Sponsors: ARMRA | Go to tryarmra.com/ALMOST30 or enter ALMOST30 to get 15% off your first order. 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. AG1 | Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/almost30. SKIMS | Shop the SKIMS Soft Lounge Collection at SKIMS.com. Now available in sizes XXS. If you haven't yet, be sure to let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. 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
13 Aug 202435min

705. Anxiety, The Pressure to Achieve + Turning Pain Into Purpose with Mike & Angie Lee; Founders of SOUL CBD
In this episode, Krista sits down with Mike + Angie Lee, the sibling duo behind the thriving CBD business Soul. The conversation delves into their personal journeys, the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, and the power of vulnerability. From navigating the complexities of the cannabis industry to confronting deeply ingrained beliefs about gender roles, Mike + Angie share their unique perspectives and hard-earned wisdom. They also open up about their struggles with anxiety, chronic illness, and pressures to constantly achieve. Together with Krista, Mike + Angie touch on everything from the benefits of plant medicine to the existence of aliens and life after death. Get ready to laugh, ponder, and be inspired as we explore the uncharted territories of the mind, body, and spirit. We also talk about: Increasing acceptance around plant medicines like psilocybin + ayahuasca The importance of high-quality sourcing in the CBD industry Managing a business partnership as siblings The feminist movement’s impact on men's roles in relationships Anxiety, panic attacks, and using CBD for managing symptoms Pain, illness, and shedding the ego Benefits of CBD for PMS What it's really like working with family Resources: Visit https://www.getsoul.com/pages/almost30 and use code ALMOST30 for 35% off. https://www.angielee.com/ @angieleeshow @officialmikelee Sponsors: IQ Bar | Get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. Just text ALMOST to 64000 to get your discount. Home Chef | For a limited time, Home Chef is offering listeners 18 Free Meals! Go to homechef.com/ALMOST30FAM. LMNT | Right now LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any order. That’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/ALMOST30. Ritual | Start Ritual or add Essential For Women Prenatal to your subscription today. Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/ALMOST30. 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
6 Aug 20241h 43min

704. This Is How You Discover Your True Calling
In this episode, Krista sits down with Jessica Zweig, personal branding expert and author of the transformative book "The Light Work." Jessica opens up about her profound spiritual journey, sharing intimate stories of her encounters with divine feminine energy and the Pleiadian star family. From her life-altering experiences in the ancient temples of Egypt to her journey of redefining her purpose, Jessica offers a fresh perspective on the interconnectedness of all beings. She also unpacks the concept of rising feminine energy and its potential to reshape our world. Jessica's insights on the human experience, the evolution of consciousness, and the power of healing oneself to break generational patterns will leave you feeling empowered. This episode is going to inspire you to prioritize self-care, set boundaries, and reignite your inner work journey! We also talk about: Being in right relationship with oneself Honoring the natural rhythms of being in a feminine body The historical context of the patriarchy The practice of ecstatic dance as a way to move energy The importance of women's community + sisterhood Recognizing and embracing one's natural gifts and talents The distinction between purpose and mission The concept of interdependence in relationships Resources: Instagram: @jessicazweig Website: www.jessicazweig.com Pre-order The Light Work Book: www.thelightworkbook.com Custom Giveaway: Go to jessicazweig.com/almost or use code ALMOST. The first 25 will get a free SIGNED copy of the book, and anyone after the 25th will receive a free gift too! Sponsors: Coop | Go to CoopSleepGoods.com/almost30 and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off. 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
1 Aug 20241h 35min