Almost 30

If you’ve experienced sexual assault or some form of trauma, may today’s guest inspire you with her powerful story of resilience and hope. Brittany Piper is a sexual assault survivor who has taken her pain and turned it into purpose. She is a motivational speaker, sexual violence prevention expert, and healing coach who helps others transform their pain and believe in second chances.   Our conversation begins with Brittany recounting her story (this may be triggering for some). This leads into how sexual assault has been normalized by the sensationalization of it, and the sheer lack of sex education in the United States. Brittany explains the science behind why trauma survivors have lapses in memory, and physical ways trauma manifests in the body. She details her experience with learning to love herself again after being so disconnected, and shares thoughtful, grounding questions you can use to help heal your own trauma. We know you’ll be touched by her story, and the work she now does to make a difference in trauma survivors’ lives.   We also talk about: Sex education in the U.S. & abroad Media attention focused on attractiveness The role race plays in sentencing Tonic immobility & disassociation Brittany’s modes of healing Reintegration as a foundation of healing The healing curriculum Brittany is building for women Putting resources into those who are incarcerated Brittany’s female healing retreats   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Learn more: brittanypiper.com ; onthemendretreat.com Instagram: @thebrittpiper Books: The Body Remembers ; The Gifts of Imperfection   Upcoming Events: September 18th: Nashville with Julie Solomon September 19th: Nashville with Dr. Josh Axe October 3rd: NYC with Nikki Glaser October 4th: NYC with Erin Claire Jones October 9th: NYC with Stewart Pearce   Sponsors: Chosen Foods | Use code ALMOST30 for 50% off at chosenfoods.com/almost30 Dr. Roebucks | Visit drroebucks.com and use code ALMOST30 for 20% off Better Help | Visit betterhelp.com/almost30 for 10% off your first month. Third Love | Head to thirdlove.com/almost30 for 15% off! Silver Fern | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off your first order at silverfernbrand.com Further Food | Use code ALMOST30 for 30% off your purchase at shop.furtherfood.com/discount/ALMOST30 Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s bonus episode, we interview financial expert and the author of Rich Bitch, Boss Bitch, and Becoming Super Woman, Nicole Lapin! From starting her first job at fifteen, to becoming a CNN anchor at twenty-one…her story of personal and career growth is powerful—you can’t help but admire this inspiring woman.   From this conversation, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of financial wellness and creating goals. Nicole stresses the need to change your mindset around finances from deprivation to a place of aspiration. We talk about imposter syndrome, being of service to build a network, and Nicole shares tips for individuals starting a business. By the end, you’ll have expanded your awareness on moving from burnout to balance in your personal and work life.   We also talk about: The #1 sign you have burnout Nicole’s experience with imposter syndrome Work relationships and peer mentors Creating a spending plan Opening the dialogue around money Slowing down & prioritizing yourself Nicole’s hobbies & her form of meditation   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Learn more: nicolelapin.com Books: Rich Bitch ; Boss Bitch ; Becoming Super Woman   Upcoming Events: September 18th: Nashville with Julie Solomon September 19th: Nashville with Dr. Josh Axe October 3rd: NYC with Nikki Glaser October 4th: NYC with Erin Claire Jones Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready to talk all things reiki, quantum healing, ascension, and aliens with the founder of Santa Monica Healing, April Pfender! April is a Reiki master teacher, meditation instructor, and author of Chakra Balance and Essential Chakra Meditation. She specializes in quantum healing practices, using plant medicine for healing, and holds sacred workshops and retreats.   April is Krista’s personal reiki teacher, so Krista shares her experience with training and shifting her energy. We dive into quantum crystal bed technology for chakra alignment and using specific energy waves for healing. April reveals how we have moved into the time of light, which explains the increase in people waking up to their own truth. We discuss everything you want to know about aliens, connecting with light beings, and understanding star systems. This is a conversation you don’t want to miss!   We also talk about: Reiki attunement & the 12 chakras Being in the age of Aquarius Bashar Channeled by Darryl Anka Interplanetary and interdimensional travelers The galactic channel & star systems How the planet is healing Our connection with ancient cultures Navigating skepticism around reiki & aliens Plant medicine & our consciousness   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Learn more: santamonicahealing.com Instagram: @santamonicahealing Books: Chakra Balance ; Essential Chakra Meditation   Upcoming Events: September 18th: Nashville with Julie Solomon September 19th: Nashville with Dr. Josh Axe October 3rd: NYC with Nikki Glaser October 4th: NYC with Erin Claire Jones   Sponsors: Ancient Nutrition | Visit ancientnutrition.com and use code ALMOST20 for 20% off Kopari Beauty | Visit www.koparibeauty.com/almost30 for 20% off Athletic Greens | Get 20 travel packs FREE ($79 value) with your first purchase at www.athleticgreens.com/almost30 Honey | Join Honey for FREE at joinhoney.com/almost30 Modern Fertility | www.modernfertility.com/almost30 for $20 off a purchase Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you looking to live a greener, nontoxic life? Then today’s episode is for you! We are joined by Kelly Love to discuss all things clean living. Due to serious health issues stemming from the toxins in food and cleaners, Kelly and her co-founders created Branch Basics—plant and mineral based, nontoxic cleaning products safe for the whole family.   In our conversation, Kelly explains the health implications of using conventional cleaning products, and the pollution it creates in our homes. Reading labels and ingredients is critical due to the lack of regulation and safety testing in the United States. Kelly educates us on what to avoid, and provides resources to make understanding ingredients easier, like using EWG and Think Dirty. She provides simple solutions, so you can begin cleaning out your home today!   We also talk about: How to dispose of toxic products Difference between unscented vs. fragrance How not all ‘green’ products are safe Ingredients in Branch Basics products Looking out for toxic chemicals in furniture & paper products Using the sun to help remove toxicity Books L&K are reading   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Learn more: branchbasics.com/ (use code ALMOST30) Instagram: @branchbasics Home Cleanse Guide: branchbasics.com/home-cleanse   Upcoming Events: September 18th: Nashville with Julie Solomon September 19th: Nashville with Dr. Josh Axe October 3rd: NYC with Nikki Glaser October 4th: NYC with Erin Claire Jones   Sponsors: Sophia Bush Podcast 'Work in Progress' Instacart | Visit instacart.com or download the Instacart app and use code ALMOST30 at checkout for $10 off your first order HUM Nutrition | Use code ALMOST30NATION for 15% off at humnutrition.com Dr. Roebucks | Visit sephora.com and search for Dr. Roebucks Four Sigmatic | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your order at foursigmatic.com/almost30 Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s special, Friday treat is from our summer series at Propel CoLabs Fitness Festival! Joining us for this live recording is Lauren Ash, the founder and executive director of the culture shifting, lifestyle brand, Black Girl in Om. As a yoga and meditation guide, Lauren has made an incredible impact in the wellness space with creating diversity and intentional sisterhood with other women of color.   In our conversation, Lauren shares how she found yoga and was called to create the global community of Black Girl in Om. We dive into the power of rejuvenation and rest, and the importance of giving to yourself so you can give to others. Lauren also paints for us the vulnerable picture of the work she’s done to feel deserving of unconditional love and support.   We also talk about: The lack of diversity in mainstream wellness Creating allyship for change  Awareness of self for preventative self-care Learning to receive Becoming clear on your values to attract more of that to you What Lauren’s looking forward to in 2020 Owning and honoring your emotions   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Instagram: @blackgirlinom   Upcoming Events: September 18th: Nashville with Julie Solomon September 19th: Nashville with Dr. Josh Axe October 3rd: NYC with Nikki Glaser October 4th: NYC with Erin Claire Jones Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are talking all things essential oils with the CEO of Vitruvi, Sara Panton! Vitruvi started as a passion project by Sara and her brother after Sara decided to leave medical school. They committed to many late nights while working multiple jobs. By combining Sara’s background in medical anthropology, her love for the science of scent, and her brother’s entrepreneurial skills, they’ve developed a line to complement your daily rituals. Sara shares the advice she’d give to someone pursuing their passion while still in their career.   In our conversation, Sara explains the science behind scent and our limbic system, and why smells can trigger memories. She dives deep into the history of essential oils, how they are created, and why they have such a positive effect on our emotions and immune system. And of course, we had to ask… which oils are best for blemish spot treatments, high stress, and what’s the sexiest scent!   We also talk about: Face tools for skin beauty Products to use for cystic acne Carrier oils vs. essential oils How Sara cares for herself as an entrepreneur Why Vitruvi doesn’t promote ingestion of E.O. How to be safe while using oils What L&K eat in a day   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Learn more: vitruvi.com Instagram: @vitruvi   Upcoming Events: September 18th: Nashville with Julie Solomon September 19th: Nashville with Dr. Josh Axe October 3rd: NYC with Nikki Glaser October 4th: NYC with Erin Claire Jones   Sponsors: Vitruvi | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off at vitruvi.com and vitruvi.ca GoMacro Bars | Use code ALMOST30 for 20% off at gomacro.com Further Food | Use code ALMOST30 for 30% off your purchase at shop.furtherfood.com/discount/ALMOST30 BarkBox | Get 1 FREE MONTH when you subscribe to a 6 or 12 month plan barkbox.com/almost30 Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you looking to connect with people through dating, making new friends, or networking? Today we are joined by former Chief Brand Officer of Bumble, Alex Williamson, to discuss what makes Bumble different from other social and dating apps. As a company, they value kindness and respect, and empower women to make the first move.   Alex describes how Bumble ensures that their users have a positive experience and feel safe. For example, they are taking steps to criminalize the sending of lewd pictures. She gives tips for creating a profile, like avoiding group pictures, and the importance of showcasing who you are to avoid heartache. We love and appreciate how Alex really dives into the issues with online dating, outdated gender norms, and how you can find true connection (friendships and relationships!) through the use of Bumble.   We also talk about: Feeling empowered in relationships Advice to avoid abuse from dating apps Respectful & compassionate dating Bumble BFF & Bizz Favorite stories from couples who have met on bumble Establishing a strong brand voice   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Learn more: bumble.com Instagram: @williamson   Upcoming Events: September 18th: Nashville with Julie Solomon September 19th: Nashville with Dr. Josh Axe October 3rd: NYC with Nikki Glaser October 4th: NYC with Erin Claire Jones   Sponsors: Athletic Greens | Get 20 travel packs FREE ($79 value) with your first purchase at www.athleticgreens.com/almost30 Dr. Roebucks | Visit sephora.com and search for Dr. Roebucks Buffy | Go to www.buffy.co use code ALMOST30 for $20 off Chosen Foods | Use code ALMOST30 for 50% off at chosenfoods.com/almost30 Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is a live recording from our summer series at Propel CoLabs Fitness Festival! We interview former dancer turned Hollywood fitness expert, Simone De La Rue. Simone is the creator of Body by Simone, an at-home or in-studio fitness method derived from dance. It’s all about safeguarding against injury, avoiding boredom, and boosting body acceptance and love.   Simone is passionate about cultivating an environment of inclusivity, and using her platform on social media in a positive way. As a new mom, she shares how it’s taught her to balance her career ambition with family life, and learning to surrender to others’ help. Our conversation also dives into body love (especially after pregnancy), the healing aspects of dance, and balancing exercise with rest.   We also talk about: Breaking free from identities Being a mom & career woman Overcoming postpartum depression Connection between the emotional & physical Simone’s favorite part of her self-care Listening to your body for your nutrition   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Learn more: bodybysimone.com Instagram: @bodybysimone   Upcoming Events: September 18th: Nashville with Julie Solomon September 19th: Nashville with Dr. Josh Axe October 3rd: NYC with Nikki Glaser October 4th: NYC with Erin Claire Jones Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are talking all things crystals, tarot, and feng shui readings with the founder of Style Rituals and author of Crystal Rx, Colleen McCann. From cleansing a negative work environment, to tapping into intuition, to cultivating self love and body confidence… there’s a crystal for that!   Colleen does an incredible job at making this information on crystals and tarot relatable and digestible. Our conversation explores feng shui readings for your home, and the energetics of the corners of our spaces, including the grids Colleen created for each of us. She shares her best tips and tricks for using pendulums, using herbs and feathers, and rituals around the elements of fire and water.   Whether you’re a novice or an expert in all things woo-woo, this podcast is for you!   We also talk about: Takeaways from L+K’s feng shui readings Creating self-care that’s sustainable Focusing on the value you provide New moons, full moons, and planetary shifts Natural vs. fake citrine Importance of creating altars Colleen’s favorite tarot decks Having gratitude for the lessons in relationships How to use pendulums, herbs, and feathers   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Learn more: stylerituals.com Instagram: @style_rituals Book: Crystal Rx   Upcoming Events: September 12th: Los Angeles with Nicole Lapin September 18th: Nashville with Julie Solomon September 19th: Nashville with Dr. Josh Axe October 3rd: NYC with Nikki Glaser October 4th: NYC with Erin Claire Jones   Sponsors: Ancient Nutrition | Visit ancientnutrition.com and use code ALMOST20 for 20% off Lola | Use code ALMOST30 for 40% off all subscriptions at mylola.com Kopari Beauty | Visit www.koparibeauty.com/almost30 for 20% off Four Sigmatic | Use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your order at foursigmatic.com/almost30 Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are sitting down with the founder and CEO of Girlboss, Sophia Amoruso. After building the fashion brand Nasty Girl, Sophia went on to write #GIRLBOSS, and create a professional network, of the same name, for ambitious women! Our conversation explores bringing the feminine into business, and Sophia’s experience as a highly successful and impactful entrepreneur. She shares with us ways she stays grounded and nourishes herself,  like cooking and therapy. Sophia opens up about her fear of failure and the drive it provides her, along with what she is building now through her powerful platform, Girlboss, for women.   We also talk about: Masculine/feminine energy Personal & professional changes for Sophia Facilitating relationships and learning Knowing the company you keep Staying true to yourself & your values   Find more to love at almost30podcast.com!   Resources: Learn more: girlboss.com Book: #GIRLBOSS   Upcoming Events: September 18th: Nashville with Julie Solomon September 19th: Nashville with Dr. Josh Axe October 3rd: NYC with Nikki Glaser October 4th: NYC with Erin Claire Jones   Sponsors: Ancient Nutrition | Visit ancientnutrition.com and use code ALMOST20 for 20% off Chosen Foods | Use code ALMOST30 for 50% off at chosenfoods.com/almost30 Dr. Roebucks | Visit sephora.com and search for Dr. Roebucks Modern Fertility | www.modernfertility.com/almost30 for $20 off a purchase Almost 30 is edited by Crate Media This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices