1076. Motherhood puts things into perspective

Siffat Haider is on a mission to help women beat bloat naturally. She created Arrae after spending years battling health issues with toxic over-the-counter meds that didn’t work. In this episode, Sifat shares the behind-the-scenes of how she built this unique brand that’s both efficacious and elegant. Almost 30 unpacks the powerful ingredients to combat your everyday woes (such as stress, anxiety, bloat), the realities of running a growing biz, and why dressing up for the home office can change your life. 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.

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. 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.

If you’ve ever felt that swell of superiority for your spiritual pursuits over your peers, then this episode is for you. The spiritual ego is real, y’all, and it’s a trap pretty much all of us will fall into as we power our way through the “high vibrations” checklist. In this episode, Krista explores how the spiritual ego manifests itself in our day-to-day lives, how she has curbed past spiritual narcissism, and the different ways you can mindfully play with the ego so it doesn’t cloud your spiritual evolution. 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. 

Krista sits down with personal branding expert + author Jessica Zweig to explore her profound spiritual journey, encounters with divine feminine energy, and experiences in the ancient temples of Egypt. Jessica shares how these experiences transformed her understanding of purpose, consciousness, and our interconnectedness. They dive into rising feminine energy, healing yourself to break generational patterns, and what it means to evolve as a human being. Jessica offers powerful insights on self-care, boundaries, and doing the inner work required to create meaningful change. 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. 

Hundreds of interviews and many more lessons later, K + L reflect on how they built Almost 30 from the ground up (literally! The first 6 months were recorded from their closet floor) and manifested this heart-centered community by accident. Learn all about the energetics behind the mic, and future dreams for Almost 30 Nation. And to think, it all began with a (doomed) Soul Cycle audition! 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. 

Lindsey opens up about the transformative shift from her twenties to her thirties, and the process of letting go of old identities while embracing new ones. She reflects on becoming a mom and how motherhood has changed her identity, relationships, + sense of self. She also gets honest about the profound changes in her relationship with her body after pregnancy and childbirth. Lindsey explores how to approach life transitions with curiosity and openness, and why change can be an opportunity to celebrate who we’re becoming. 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. 

Lindsey walks through her experience with enmeshment and how she is processing behavioral patterns with her therapist and her loved ones. Through the support of a therapist, dedicated research, and breathwork, Lindsey has found liberation in setting boundaries with those closest to her. Lindsey hopes this episode will inspire you to reflect on where enmeshment shows up in your life and seek the support necessary to step into your highest self. 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. 

Dave Asprey is one of the biggest names in biohacking, and he’s no stranger to sharing his unique points of view and telling it how he sees it. The founder and former CEO of Bulletproof Coffee continues to practice what he preaches, while backing his lifestyle up with science, data, and case studies.  He’s continuing that journey with his new book, ⁠"Fast This Way,"⁠ which looks at fasting in a way it’s never been looked at before—debunking all the myths and B.S. that have surrounded it for years. 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. 

Shawn Stevenson returns to Almost 30 to unpack the science and psychology behind obesity, food addiction, and the ways food manufacturers influence what we eat. He and Krista also explore the changing food habits we’re seeing among children. They dive into how to support your family’s health + wellness journey and make more nourishing choices without sacrificing connection or enjoyment. Shawn also shares insights from his family cookbook, Eat Smarter, featuring 100+ recipes designed to transform your health, fitness, + connection. 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. 

If there’s one thing the A30 community loves to hear about, it’s relationships and sex. It’s something we don’t talk much about publicly, but it’s a big part of our lives.  K+L remove the filter (as if there was one) and delve into messy, honest, real stories while answering your questions on love, sex, relationships, all the things. 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.