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Janel Gonzalez is a writer, mother, recovering perfectionist and reforming people-pleaser who decided to prioritize her spiritual growth in the second half of her life. She holds a Master’s in Psychology but researches different schools of thought to help others with valuable insights and tools along their personal development journey. Her approach helps others shed societal pressures and expectations to connect with their inner selves and embody a new way of being. The Rising Podcast will become a tool in your life to help you rise to your higher self.
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In this episode of The Rising Refresher Series, Janel introduces the first RISE principle—Reflection—and explains how it helps you reconnect with yourself in a world full of noise, pressure, and distraction. Reflection can look like journaling, walking in nature, meditating for a few minutes, sitting quietly with a cup of tea, or stepping away from screens to breathe and reset. Janel shares how grief, research, and personal transformation shaped these tools—and why they’re accessible to eve...
What if the next chapter of your life started by returning to yourself? In this episode, Janel introduces her new Back to Basics series and shares how years of grief, study, healing, and deep inner work led to the creation of her four guiding pillars: Reflection, Intention, Simplicity, and Enjoyment—the RISE Principles. These tools aren’t about perfection. They’re about alignment, self-trust, and learning to rise into the person you’re becoming—one day at a time. In this episode, you’ll exp...
In this conversation, TK Coleman breaks down why scrolling (not social media itself) is quietly reshaping our attention, creativity, and sense of purpose—and how to reclaim your life with simple, repeatable practices that reconnect you to your body, your curiosity, and what matters most. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why “scrolling is the new smoking” and how it shifts us from searching with intention to dopamine-driven scrolling • How to speak truth in a way that calls people forwa...
Decluttering tips are everywhere… but why do we keep returning to the same patterns? In this episode of The Rising, Janel interviews TK Coleman of The Minimalists to unpack the deeper layer: emotional clutter—the feelings and beliefs underneath the mess. This episode is for anyone who wants simplicity, peace, and freedom… but feels blocked by anxiety, old narratives, or the pressure to “get it right.” You’ll learn: • Why your relationship to “stuff” is tied to identity, fear, and memory • How...
If you’ve been living in your head, second-guessing every decision, and feeling disconnected from yourself—this episode is for you. In this episode of The Rising Podcast, Janel sits down with Anna Gannon, an intuitive psychic and intuitive development coach, to demystify intuition and teach practical ways to access your inner guidance in the year ahead. Anna explains intuition as information received through the body—not the logical mind—and shares how to begin building a relationship with ...
Jacklynne Marder is a licensed, trauma-focused psychotherapist and trauma-informed yoga instructor based in Los Angeles. She integrates somatic therapy, neuroscience, and mind-body practices to help clients heal trauma, regulate their nervous systems, and feel safer in their bodies. Her work is rooted in the belief that true healing happens not just through insight—but through embodiment. If you’ve been trying to think your way out of stress, anxiety, or burnout—but your body still feels st...
If your closet is packed but you still feel stuck in the same three outfits, this conversation is for you. In this episode of The Rising Podcast, Janel welcomes personal stylist and mom of four, Elly Brown, to talk about practical, down-to-earth style—no celebrity budget required. Elly Brown is a personal stylist, content creator, and founder of Uptown With Elly Brown, where she shares relatable style that actually fits women’s everyday lives. With over a decade of experience in the fashion...
If the holidays leave you drained, resentful, or spread too thin, this episode is your reminder that you’re allowed to step back. Janel shares why constant yeses lead to burnout — and how choosing yourself can bring more joy, rest, and presence into your season. Inside this episode you’ll learn: ✨ How to say no with kindness ✨ Why protecting your energy matters ✨ The power of rest (and why it’s not something you earn) ✨ How to communicate boundaries without guilt ✨ Why your peace is more im...
When life feels heavy or uncertain, gratitude can become the anchor that steadies you. In this heartfelt Thanksgiving episode of The Rising Podcast, Janel shares how to turn thankfulness into a daily practice — one that grounds you, lifts your spirit, and helps you rise above life’s challenges with peace and perspective. She reminds us that gratitude isn’t reserved for perfect seasons or holidays — it’s an elevated state of being that we can return to, even in the midst of grief, busyness, o...
In this week’s episode of The Rising Podcast, Janel shares practical tools to help you shop smarter — and more intentionally — during the holiday season. As Black Friday and endless sales roll in, it’s easy to get caught in the rush. But what if you approached spending differently this year? Janel explores how to pause before purchasing, reflect on your “money story,” and bring awareness to what truly adds value to your life. Inspired by The Art of Spending by Morgan Housel, this episode wi...
At 45, Janel has learned that true peace doesn’t come from perfection — it comes from presence. In this reflective Rising Podcast episode, she opens up about the powerful lessons life has taught her: to accept what is, to stop trying to fix or change others, and to honor her own pace without apology. She shares how releasing control and embracing simplicity can lead to a fuller, freer life — one rooted in authenticity, compassion, and quiet strength. You’ll discover how to: ✨ Find j...
Ever leave a conversation feeling exhausted, anxious, or heavy — even though nothing “bad” happened? You may have encountered an energy vampire. In this episode of The Rising Podcast, Janel shares how to recognize these subtle drains on your energy and protect your emotional well-being. She explains how energy vampires show up in daily life — from the constant complainers and quiet competitors to the manipulative personalities that slowly deplete your peace — and how you can rise above it a...
In this episode of The Rising, Janel talks about how clutter can weigh us down and keep us from becoming our best selves. She offers gentle, actionable steps to declutter your home, quiet your mind, and live with more intention. You’ll hear how: Living with less creates emotional freedomSimplicity brings calm and confidenceLetting go of excess makes space for peace If you’ve been craving clarity and calm, this episode will help you start fresh—one small step at a time. Let’s rise together:...
Looking for confidence? Janel reminds us that it starts from within. In this episode of The Rising Podcast, she shares how to stop relying on others for approval and instead build unshakable self-worth through self-love, mindfulness, and purpose. Discover how to: Silence outside opinions and trust your inner voiceSet healthy boundaries and protect your energySurround yourself with supportive, inspiring peopleStep fully into your own power This message will leave you feeling grounded, confi...
Feeling overwhelmed by your closet? In this episode of The Rising Podcast, Janel walks you through the process of creating a capsule wardrobe — a small, curated collection of clothing that saves you time, money, and stress. You’ll learn: What a capsule wardrobe really is (and why it’s not restrictive) How to declutter and refresh your closet with intention Simple steps to identify your personal style right now How to choose versatile, core pieces that mix and match Why shopping with int...
In this episode of The Rising Podcast, host Janel closes out her series on non-attachment by highlighting the gifts that come when we release control and let go. Building on previous conversations, she unpacks how practicing non-attachment transforms not just our mindset, but the way we live, love, and grow. Listeners will discover: Inner freedom — releasing rigid expectations to create space for resilience and ease. Deeper relationships — letting go of conditions so connections can natu...
In this episode of The Rising Podcast, host Janel explores the concept of non-attachment and how it can bring more peace and freedom into everyday life. She unpacks why letting go of rigid expectations—whether around careers, relationships, roles, or material possessions—can help us embrace the present moment with greater clarity. Listeners will learn: -- What non-attachment really means (and why it’s not the same as indifference). -- How to soften your grip on titles, roles, or life plans w...
In this week’s episode, we explore a powerful question: What part of your life are you holding onto too tightly? Whether it's a relationship, a career path, or the expectations you had for your life by now, learning to loosen your grip can create space for more peace, freedom, and presence. Janel reflects on the concept of non-attachment—what it really means, why it matters, and how softening our hold (even just a little) can shift our perspective and emotional well-being. ✨ This episod...
In today’s episode, Janel sits down with her podcast bestie, Jess Prudhomme, for a heartfelt life update and some real talk on navigating big transitions, leaning into discomfort, and finding clarity in the unknown! In this episode, we cover: - Jess’ bold decision to leave her corporate job with nothing lined up — and why it was the most intentional move of her life. - The emotional rollercoaster of detaching from titles, roles, and external validation. - How to sit with discomfort inste...
On this episode of The Rising Podcast, Janel dives into her third principle: Simplicity, and why it’s the closest thing I have to a “favorite child” in her RISE framework (Reflection, Intention, Simplicity, Enjoyment). She shares her journey from growing up in a cluttered home to embracing minimalism, how the Minimalists documentary and Joshua Becker inspired her, and the practical steps she has taken to live with less. From resisting impulse buys to creating mindful spaces at home, this epis...
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