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EPISODE · Nov 4, 2025 · 37 MIN

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

from Almost 30 · host Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik

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: [email protected]. 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.

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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: [email protected]. 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.

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