Almost 30 Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik

Time to get real with Lindsey as she brings us on an intimate exploration of her postpartum life. In this episode, Lindsey discusses the struggles of embracing her post-baby body as well as maintaining her mental health in one of the most challenging seasons of her life thus far. 
Ahead, Lindsey shares a completely new perspective on body image and emphasizes the importance of taking things slowly when returning to exercise. She also shares her experiences with breastfeeding and how to seek emotional support during this transformative period.
Join Lindsey as she reflects on the power of self-reflection and open communication in relationships, as well as how she is healing her people-pleasing tendencies. Plus, go behind the scenes of her first vacation with her baby and get all the best travel tips for new parents! 
We also talk about:

Why intrusive thoughts during postpartum are normal

The best way to return to exercise after giving birth

How relationships require patience, self-reflection + courage

Tips for managing people-pleasing tendencies

The profound journey of motherhood + learning to trust oneself

The importance of flexibility with your baby's schedule during travel

Healing old patterns through EMDR + setting boundaries


Resources:

Instagram: @lindseysimcik


Program: Sacredness of Being Single


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In this episode, Lindsey sits down with Nicole Jardim, certified women’s health coach, speaker, and author of Fix Your Period: 6 Weeks to Banish Bloating, Conquer Cramps, Manage Moodiness, and Ignite Lasting Hormone Balance, to dive into the intricate world of female hormonal health. 
Ahead, Nicole addresses the controversial world of birth control and its limitations, particularly as an answer to complex health issues like heavy periods and hormonal imbalances. Plus, she and Lindsey stress the importance of self-education and personalized treatment for optimal healing.
Struggling with hormonal conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, or PMDD? Nicole illuminates her top hacks for managing hormone-related health issues, including the best foods, supplements, and lifestyle changes you can easily incorporate into your life today!
We also talk about:

The importance of cycle tracking for hormone understanding

Stress, cortisol imbalance + their role in health issues like fibroids

The impact of environmental chemicals like BPA and EMFs on health

Gut health + histamine intolerance in conditions like PMDD and endometriosis

Long-term effects of stress on brain function + muscle health

Personal anecdotes of hormonal issues + the pill's side effects

Misdiagnosis + high costs of treating endometriosis

The rise of severe PMDD and PMS symptoms in modern times

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What does it mean to take up space? In this vulnerable solo episode, Krista explains the emotional, physical, and psychic significance of creating boundaries and making sure your needs are met. She explains how this practice raises self worth and allows us to magnetize magic into our lives. 
Ahead, Krista unpacks some of her childhood experiences and challenges with perfectionism, as well as the struggles of dealing with emotionally unavailable parents. She explains how these traumas have impacted her ability to assert herself in adult life and what she’s done to shift it. 
Get a glimpse into Krista’s journey of healing through mother wound retreats and resources that aim to foster self-worth and reciprocal relationships. This one is for all the empaths, superwomen, and perfectionists out there – you deserve to be loud, authentic, and take up space in this world! 
We also talk about:

Impact of over-giving on intimacy + relationships

Dealing with clogged psychic space due to conflicts between loved ones

The importance of being with your emotions

Challenges with asserting needs due to your upbringing

Effect of narcissistic parents on personal development

Attracting self-centered + emotionally stunted relationships

Transforming perfectionism into preparedness + confidence

Encouragement to embrace play + imagination in adulthood


Resources:

Website: https://itskrista.com/


Instagram: @itskrista



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In this episode, Lindsey sits down with Jillian Turecki, certified relationship coach, teacher, author, and host of the podcast, Jillian On Love, to explore the nuances of personal growth in long-term relationships.
Ahead, Jillian and Lindsey discuss how to use communication tools and empathy to deepen your connections and begin to foster mutual understanding with your partner. Plus, they outline the key components of conscious relationships that lead to growth and healing.  
Get ready as Lindsey and Jillian dispel the myth of fixing a partner and share personal experiences about their own evolving relationships. They remind us that when we begin to set non-negotiables and understand our inherent worth, we will attract healthy love that has the power to heal. 
We also talk about:

Dating after a divorce + attracting emotionally available partners

How to choose partners wisely

Addressing insecurities + vulnerabilities with openness

Navigating conflict + mature bonding 

Prioritizing relationships amidst exhaustion as new parents

Communicating + drawing boundaries for a healthy sex life

Resources:

Instagram: @jillianturecki, @jillianonlove


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In this episode, Lindsey dives deep with human design expert, Erin Claire Jones, on the five profiles in human design, focusing on how decision-making differences impact relationships and personal growth. Plus, explore gut feelings and how to use them as signals to pursue big opportunities. 
Ahead, Erin unpacks the distinct energies of each human design type, and why understanding yours is key to living an authentic life. Erin + Lindsey reflect on embracing and comprehending one's feelings, emotional fluctuations, and how human design aids in making aligned decisions.
Erin + Lindsey also share their journeys into motherhood and its influence on their personal and professional lives. Though both struggled with a lack of inspiration post-motherhood, they remind us to give ourselves grace through any life transition and remember we are always evolving. 
We also talk about:

Using inner authority in making everyday decisions

The role of emotional states in achieving clarity

The characteristics + strengths of each human design profile

Erin's introduction to human design + her subsequent career

The impact of human design on energy management

The importance of parents making time for themselves

Building communities while raising children


Resources:

Instagram: @erinclairejones, @humandesignblueprint


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In this episode, Krista shares with Lindsey her profound journey at a pleasure and intimacy retreat in Mexico, where she explored her physical, emotional, and spiritual boundaries, engaging in practices like somatic healing and sexological bodywork. 
Ahead, K+L emphasize the importance of personal pleasure, especially for women, and how this can ultimately enhance intimacy and strengthen relationships. Krista discusses her journey of reprogramming her body and mind to embrace her own pleasure, free from the concerns of a partner’s experience. 
Get ready to understand sex and intimacy on a whole new level as Krista describes the enormous benefit of reconnecting with your body and embracing both masculinity and femininity in a safe, explorative environment. 
We also talk about:

Krista’s physical + mental challenges during her retreat

The therapeutic potential of repatterning + reprogramming the body

Receiving + exploring personal pleasure without external influences

Exploring new pleasure routines without a partner

The impact of personal pleasure on future relationships

The roles of masculinity + femininity in attracting compatible partners

Personal insights Krista gained from participating in a Mexican sweat lodge


Resources: 

Instagram: @itskrista


Website: itskrista.com 

Instagram: @lindseysimcik



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