Almost 30

In this episode, Krista sits down with bestselling author Tara Schuster to talk about what healing really looks like behind the scenes. Tara shares how journaling became the foundation of her mental health, why retreats can activate insecurity + comparison, and how inner child work actually shows up in daily life—not just therapy sessions. Ahead, find out why real self-compassion requires more courage than most people expect. Tara also opens up about leaving unhealthy relationships, navigating modern dating without losing yourself, and learning to trust your own inner authority instead of viral advice. This conversation is an honest, practical reminder that growth isn’t aesthetic or linear—but it is available to you. If you’re moving through a breakup, identity shift, or season of reinvention, this episode offers grounded tools + permission to choose yourself, again and again. We also talk about: How IFS therapy helps you understand your inner parts + emotional patterns Tara’s daily mental health rituals + why ritual works differently than habit Specific journaling practices proven to build resilience + reduce anxiety Healing the “inner popular girl” + letting go of comparison + self-judgment What it really takes to leave toxic relationships + reclaim self-worth Compassion for men, modern dating dynamics, and rewriting unhealthy narratives Why celebrating small wins is essential for long-term self-trust The downside of viral dating advice—and how to reconnect with your intuition Creating meaningful rituals without spending money or following trends Why “effortless healing” is a myth—and what real transformation actually demands Resources: Instagram: @taraschuster Substack: @taraschuster Website: taraschuster.com This Journal F*cking Works Purchase Link 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: 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! 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 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Krista breaks down the biggest myths around “finding your purpose,” revealing why your pain + personal journey—not your talents—may be the true key to fulfillment. Get ready for raw stories from Krista, spiritual insight, and new motivation to step into your most powerful self. Are you feeling restless, misaligned at your corporate job, or haunted by the question, “Am I living the life I was meant for?” Krista shares her unfiltered journey from corporate burnout to podcasting powerhouse, giving you the inside look at how her struggles + wounds became her greatest gifts.  Plus, Krista explains the ancient concept of Dharma, rock-bottom awakenings, and why 2026–2027 will be pivotal years for women ready to answer their soul’s calling. If you’ve been searching for meaning, this conversation is the wake-up call you’ve been waiting for. We also talk about: Why your deepest wounds are the doorway to your true purpose The role of Dharma in modern spiritual growth How to let go of shame + use your story to inspire others Lessons from missing out on big opportunities—and why they matter The pressure + promise of the 2026 “alignment year” for soul-led women How to recognize if you’re a “chosen one” (and what that actually means) Shifting from ego-led ambition to soul-driven contribution The connection between personal healing + genuine leadership Inner child work as a tool to rediscover your essence The reason hiding your gifts will only get harder in the years to come Resources: Instagram: @itskrista Website: https://itskrista.com/ Join Metamorphosis, Krista’s six-week small group immersion for women ready to transform from the inside out. You’ll leave with deep appreciation for your body, freedom from food and body shame, an empowered mindset, and the support of a loving community. Save your spot today at itskrista.com/metamorphosis! 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: [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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready to transform the way you show up in relationships, heal your emotional wounds, and tap into your most expansive self? In this episode, K+L sit down with psychotherapist + healing coach Flynn Skidmore for a conversation on identity evolution + what it truly takes to thrive in love + life. Ahead, discover how your unconscious patterns, childhood coping tools, and concepts of identity shape everything from gut issues to romance. Flynn breaks down game-changing tools for emotional regulation, energetic mastery, and how to step boldly into your empowered future self. If you’re craving deeper intimacy, seeking true connection, or ready to dissolve the blocks holding you back, don’t miss this episode. You’ll learn how to harness your own inner metronome, break free from old narratives, and finally feel safe and expansive—no matter what life throws your way. We also talk about: -How childhood wounds + identity patterns impact adult relationships   -The connection between emotional contraction/expansion + physical health   -Integrating masculine + feminine energy for next-level intimacy   -Why self-awareness is the #1 attractor in both friendships + love   -The surprising truth about judgment, trauma responses, and growth   -Practical strategies for relational healing (especially after betrayal or heartbreak)   -Why bypassing inner child work can keep you stuck—and what to do instead   -The power of "future self identity" + how to activate it   -How energetic nuance plays out in therapy + one-on-one coaching   -What radical self-responsibility actually looks like in real life   -Flynn’s personal journey to finding aligned partnership + accessing his own essence  Resources: -Instagram: @flynnskidmore -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: [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you ready to break free from constant stimulation + rediscover your creativity, presence, and true self? In this powerful solo episode, Lindsey opens up about her personal struggle with boredom, distraction, and our society’s addiction to always being "on." Ahead, Lindsey unpacks her journey as a mom, partner, and creative, revealing how escaping the mundane is secretly blocking your biggest breakthroughs. She explains why ordinary, “boring” moments are not only essential but downright transformative for your health + relationships.  Plus, Lindsey unpacks the science behind dopamine, attention residue, and nervous system regulation—and delivers actionable challenges to help you unplug, reset, and reclaim your magic. Here’s to more presence, creativity, and meaningful connection in the new year + beyond! We also talk about: How chronic distraction impacts your mental health + memory   The underestimated power of “doing nothing” for stress relief   Strategies to build your boredom tolerance, step by step   The link between emotional processing + mundane routines   Why true intimacy in relationships begins with shared silence   How over-stimulation blocks your intuition + creative downloads   Simple ideas for resetting your nervous system without a digital detox   The emotional costs of avoiding boredom (hello, anxiety + irritability)   Reframing household chores as pockets of self-connection   Journaling prompts for breaking your scrolling addiction + inviting clarity Resources: Instagram: @lindseysimcik 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: Ka’Chava | Go to kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your next order. Aura Frames | Visit AuraFrames.com and get $45 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code ALMOST30 at checkout. SKIMS | Shop my favorite bras and underwear at SKIMS.com/almost30. 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 GoDaddy | Visit Godaddy.com/GDNOW and you can get a domain and professional email plan for just $0.99/month for one year. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Krista sits down with spiritual teacher + healer Michael Ocher for a deep dive into manifesting abundance, breaking free from limiting beliefs, and building your limitless life. Prepare to be hooked as they share tangible strategies for stepping onto your highest timeline.  Ahead, get answers to burning questions around desire, purpose, and how subconscious beliefs quietly shape your experience—plus discover how ancient wisdom like Kabbalah blends with modern healing modalities. If you’re ready to play bigger and rewrite your story, this is for you.  From decoding the energetic laws of the universe to busting myths about God, power, and competition, Krista + Michael reveal why your own consciousness is the key to unlocking everything. We also talk about: How subconscious beliefs are 86,000x more powerful than your conscious thoughts   The Kabbalistic perspective on creation, desire, and the vessel   Why feeling like an imposter (fraud patrol) keeps you playing small   Understanding competition + how it sabotages your uniqueness   The real reason most lottery winners lose it all How to build your “vessel” for lasting abundance   How personal transformation ripples into your career, relationships, and body image   The magic of Access Bars + clearing statements for instant energetic resets   Techniques to move from lack-driven desire to soulful manifestation   Breaking limiting stories by “calling out” your inner critic (aka Satan)   Why gratitude + pausing are secret weapons for powerful self-growth  Resources: Website: michaelocher.com  Instagram: @micahelocher https://www.accessconsciousness.com/en thetahealing.com kabbalah.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: 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. SKIMS | Shop my favorite bras and underwear at SKIMS.com/almost30. 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 Aura Frames | Visit AuraFrames.com and get $45 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code ALMOST30 at checkout. GoDaddy | Visit Godaddy.com/GDNOW and you can get a domain and professional email plan for just $0.99/month for one year. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices