1062. The missing piece of hormone health

Bethany Webster, who recently brought the house down at Camp Almost 30, joins us to explore another unheard part of ourselves: the inner teenager. After introducing our community to the Mother Wound, she’s back to help us understand the parts of us that still need to be heard. We dive into why the inner teenager is often misunderstood or ignored—and what this part of ourselves has to teach us. Bethany shares how reconnecting with this younger version of ourselves can unlock deeper self-awareness, healing, and personal growth. 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.  Sponsors: Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com/MICRODOSE. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. 

K+L react to early Almost 30 episodes, reminiscing on eight years of spiritual growth, friendship, and Saturn returns. They revisit manifestation, the law of attraction, and the teachers who shaped their early journeys. They also relive their dating eras, heartbreaks, and biggest relationship lessons—from closet floors to where they are now. It’s a hilarious, nostalgic look at the evolution of Almost 30 and everything K+L have learned along the way. 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 Microdose 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.  Sponsors: Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com/MICRODOSE. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. 

What if the answer isn't more discipline—but more self-love? Author Peta Kelly challenges everything we've been taught about emotional eating, revealing why healing doesn't begin with restriction or willpower, but with compassion for the parts of ourselves still asking to be seen. Peta explores the connection between intuition, nervous system healing, and our relationship with food, sharing why honoring what your body truly needs can quiet the cycle of shame, bingeing, and self-judgment.  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 Microdose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought-provoking conversations…all in digestible 10-minute episodes.  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.  Sponsors: Quince | Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to ⁠Quince.com/MICRODOSE.⁠ Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Primal Queen | Get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at ⁠PrimalQueen.com/MICRODOSE⁠.

Your workout routine could be supporting your hormones—or quietly working against them. In this episode, dietitian Lauren Papanos explains why more exercise isn't always better + why recovery deserves just as much attention as your workouts. Lauren breaks down the connection between cortisol, blood sugar, strength training, and menstrual health, while sharing why eating enough and honoring your body's current season can make all the difference. Sometimes the healthiest thing you can do is slow down. 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 Microdose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought-provoking conversations…all in digestible 10-minute episodes.  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.  Sponsors: Quince | Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to ⁠Quince.com/MICRODOSE.⁠ Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Primal Queen | Get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at ⁠PrimalQueen.com/MICRODOSE⁠.

Meditation isn't just about feeling calmer—it changes the way your brain and body respond to life. Meditation teacher Emily Fletcher reveals how a daily meditation practice can improve everything from your immune system and decision-making to your creativity and resilience. Krista and Emily also explore why adaptation may be one of the most valuable skills of our time, how meditation strengthens the brain's ability to navigate uncertainty, and why training your mind today can transform how you show up when life inevitably gets messy. 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 Microdose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought-provoking conversations…all in digestible 10-minute episodes.  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.  Sponsors: Quince | Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to ⁠Quince.com/MICRODOSE.⁠ Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Primal Queen | Get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at ⁠PrimalQueen.com/MICRODOSE⁠.

The end of a relationship can become the beginning of the most authentic version of you. In this profound solo episode, Krista reflects on the unexpected gifts that follow heartbreak—from rediscovering your voice and rebuilding self-trust to creating a life that's fully your own. Krista shares why healing starts with honest reflection, how your friendships can reveal what you truly want in a partner, and why choosing yourself after a breakup isn't the end of your story—it's the start of a completely new chapter. 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 Microdose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought-provoking conversations…all in digestible 10-minute episodes.  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.  Sponsors: Quince | Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to ⁠Quince.com/MICRODOSE.⁠ Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Primal Queen | Get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at ⁠PrimalQueen.com/MICRODOSE⁠.

A limitless life isn't built through bigger breakthroughs—it's created in the small moments you choose for yourself. In this powerful talk from Camp Almost 30, Devi Brown shares how self-nourishment, stillness, and daily intention become the foundation for lasting transformation. From creating sacred space to practicing self-care beyond the surface, Devi reminds us that true growth happens through consistent inner work. When you return to yourself again and again, you create the capacity to live with more purpose, creativity, and ease. 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 Microdose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought-provoking conversations…all in digestible 10-minute episodes.  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.  Sponsors: Quince | Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to ⁠Quince.com/MICRODOSE.⁠ Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Primal Queen | Get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at ⁠PrimalQueen.com/MICRODOSE⁠.

The energy you bring into a relationship may matter more than the relationship itself. In this episode, David Ghiyam shares why approaching everyday decisions from a place of wholeness—not lack—can completely shift what you attract into your life. David explores attachment, worry, and the stories we tell ourselves when life feels uncertain. From dating apps to parenting and protecting your energy, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on trust, intention, and creating from abundance instead of fear. 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 Microdose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought-provoking conversations…all in digestible 10-minute episodes.  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.  Sponsors: Quince | Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to ⁠Quince.com/MICRODOSE.⁠ Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Primal Queen | Get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at ⁠PrimalQueen.com/MICRODOSE⁠.

A meaningful life isn't built by constantly doing more—it's built by learning to slow down, create from intention, and find joy in what's already here. K+L reflect on why true fulfillment begins with your relationship with yourself, not with the life you're trying to build. Inspired by Brianna Wiest's writing, they explore the connection between inner stability and outer success, why gratitude creates momentum, and how redefining success beyond achievement can lead to a life that feels deeply aligned instead of endlessly productive. 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 Microdose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought-provoking conversations…all in digestible 10-minute episodes.  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.  Sponsors: Quince | Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to ⁠Quince.com/MICRODOSE.⁠ Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Primal Queen | Get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at ⁠PrimalQueen.com/MICRODOSE⁠.

Your emotions may be affecting your health more than you realize. Dr. Josh Axe explores the powerful connection between chronic stress, fear, grief, and the immune system—sharing why true wellness begins with supporting both your mind and body. Dr. Axe also opens up about the daily practices that help him navigate discouragement, from leaning on faith and trusted relationships to choosing hope over constant media consumption. It's a grounded reminder that resilience is built through the habits you return to every single day. 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 Microdose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought-provoking conversations…all in digestible 10-minute episodes.  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.  Sponsors: Quince | Upgrade your everyday. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to ⁠Quince.com/MICRODOSE.⁠ Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Primal Queen | Get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at ⁠PrimalQueen.com/MICRODOSE⁠.