EPISODE · Jul 15, 2025 · 1H 12M
781. High Achieving, But Still Unhappy? The Reason Will Surprise You
from Almost 30 · host Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik
In this episode, Lindsey sits down with Dr. Judith Joseph, a Columbia-trained psychiatrist, researcher, and thought leader on hidden depression in high achievers. Get ready for a girl-to-girl chat on breaking free from the productivity trap and finding real joy. Peek behind the curtain of why so many millennial + Gen Z women feel “meh” even when life looks good on the outside. Dr. Judith spills the science of your personal happiness, reveals secret symptoms of depression, and shares her signature 5 Vs for unlocking more pleasure on the daily. Ready for the truth about hustle culture, creative burnout, and how "having it all" can sometimes leave us empty? You’ll laugh, nod, maybe cry a little—but most importantly, you’ll walk away with soul-nourishing tools to start living joyfully… starting now. We also talk about: Spotting the sneaky signs of high functioning depression The difference between joy + happiness Why people-pleasing + perfectionism keep you unfulfilled Differences in Gen Z vs. millennial struggles Tech overload, burnout, and the new face of success How spirituality + ritual can distract you The role of social media in modern anxiety Practical ways to reconnect with your values The #1 therapy tool for shifting your mood Why “high achievers” don’t always have it all together Resources Book: HIGH FUNCTIONING: Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy Instagram: @drjudithjoseph Facebook: @drjudithjoseph 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: Pendulum | Go to pendulumlife.com and use code ALMOST30 for 20% off all Pendulum membership first orders. Just Thrive | Visit https://justthrivehealth.com/discount/almost30 and save 20% on your first 90 day bottle of Just Thrive probiotic with promo code: ALMOST30. LMNT | Go to DrinkLMNT.com/ALMOST30 and get a free sample pack with any order. That’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. IQ Bar | Get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. Just text ALMOST to 64000 to get your discount. Ka’Chava | Go to https://kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your next order. Quince | Go to Quince.com/ALMOST30 for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected]. Learn More: almost30.com/about almost30.com/morningmicrodose almost30.com/book Join our community: facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups instagram.com/almost30podcast tiktok.com/@almost30podcast 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
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In this episode, Lindsey sits down with Dr. Judith Joseph, a Columbia-trained psychiatrist, researcher, and thought leader on hidden depression in high achievers. Get ready for a girl-to-girl chat on breaking free from the productivity trap and finding real joy. Peek behind the curtain of why so many millennial + Gen Z women feel “meh” even when life looks good on the outside. Dr. Judith spills the science of your personal happiness, reveals secret symptoms of depression, and shares her signature 5 Vs for unlocking more pleasure on the daily. Ready for the truth about hustle culture, creative burnout, and how "having it all" can sometimes leave us empty? You’ll laugh, nod, maybe cry a little—but most importantly, you’ll walk away with soul-nourishing tools to start living joyfully… starting now. We also talk about: Spotting the sneaky signs of high functioning depression The difference between joy + happiness Why people-pleasing + perfectionism keep you unfulfilled Differences in Gen Z vs. millennial struggles Tech overload, burnout, and the new face of success How spirituality + ritual can distract you The role of social media in modern anxiety Practical ways to reconnect with your values The #1 therapy tool for shifting your mood Why “high achievers” don’t always have it all together Resources Book: HIGH FUNCTIONING: Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy Instagram: @drjudithjoseph Facebook: @drjudithjoseph 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: Pendulum | Go to pendulumlife.com and use code ALMOST30 for 20% off all Pendulum membership first orders. Just Thrive | Visit https://justthrivehealth.com/discount/almost30 and save 20% on your first 90 day bottle of Just Thrive probiotic with promo code: ALMOST30. LMNT | Go to DrinkLMNT.com/ALMOST30 and get a free sample pack with any order. That’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. IQ Bar | Get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. Just text ALMOST to 64000 to get your discount. Ka’Chava | Go to https://kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your next order. Quince | Go to Quince.com/ALMOST30 for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected]. Learn More: almost30.com/about almost30.com/morningmicrodose almost30.com/book Join our community: facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups instagram.com/almost30podcast tiktok.com/@almost30podcast 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
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