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The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
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…
Episodes
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Beware of Energy Vampires: How to Protect Your Peace This Holiday Season
Some people out there have scary energy and the holidays are full of them. In this episode of The Rising, Janel breaks down what energy vampires are, how to…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Sociopath: Understanding the People in Your Life Who Can’t Connect the Way You Do
Have you ever felt deeply hurt by someone who didn’t even seem to notice or care? In this October Rising After Dark episode, Janel dives into Patrick Gaines’…
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Rising After Dark: The Shadow Side of the RISE Principles This October
What if the thing holding you back isn't a lack of motivation — it's the shadow side of the very principles you're trying to live by? This October, Janel goes…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Who Cares for You? Juana Libedinsky on the Untold Journey of Caregivers
Nobody asks how the caregiver is doing. It's time to change that. When journalist Juana Libedinsky's husband suffered a traumatic brain injury during a family…
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The More of Less: Joshua Becker on Why Minimalism Is the Path to a Fuller Life
We were never meant to find meaning in our stuff — and deep down, we all know it. Joshua Becker — bestselling author, pastor, and the man behind Becoming…
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Raising Your Vibe: How to Create a Calmer, More Positive Home
Back-to-school season can bring new routines, packed schedules, overstimulation, and plenty of unexpected changes—but the energy we bring into our homes can…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Calendar Clutter 101: How to Stop Over-Scheduling Your Family This School Year
Your calendar should reflect your values — not everyone else's expectations. Janel is back with another back to school essential, and this one is for every…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
How to Help Your Child Handle Bullies and Mean Kids at School
What do you do when your child comes home and tells you another kid has been mean to them? In this episode, Janel continues her Back to School series with a…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Freshman Year Recap: What My Son Alex Taught Me About Raising a Teenager
What does it really mean to raise a teenager well — and what does success actually look like? In this special episode, Janel sits down with her son Alex…
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Back-to-School Manners Every Child Needs with Etiquette Expert Carla Shellis
Back-to-school preparation is about more than school supplies, new clothes, and getting back into a routine. It’s also an opportunity to prepare kids with the…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Why Your Brain Is Addicted to Dopamine (And How to Reset It)
Why is it so hard to put your phone down? In this episode, Janel dives into the science of dopamine and how our constant search for stimulation is affecting…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Summer FOMO Is Expensive: Spend Your Money More Intentionally
Does summer always seem to come with pressure to spend more money? From expensive vacations and concert tickets to dining out and keeping up with everyone…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
The Truth About Modern Motherhood, Mom Guilt, and Asking for Help with Emily Busby
Why do so many moms feel like they have to do it all? In this heartfelt conversation, Janel sits down with children's author Emily Busby to discuss modern…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
How to Stop Blaming Others and Take Responsibility for Your Life with Chad Taylor
What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t other people—but the stories you keep telling yourself? In this powerful conversation, psychotherapist and…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Why Escaping Your Life Is Keeping You Stuck
What are you using to escape your reality? In this episode, Janel explores the ways we numb, distract, and disconnect from our lives through unhealthy…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Are You The Captain of Your Own Life?
Are you steering your own life—or letting everyone else choose the direction for you? In this episode, Janel explores what it really means to become the…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Spring Clean Your Identity: How to Shed the Old You and Step Into Who You're Becoming
What if this season isn't asking you to do more—but to release what no longer fits? In this episode, Janel explores the concept of identity evolution and why…
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The Truth About Motherhood, Burnout, and Finding Joy in the Messy Seasons
Motherhood can be beautiful, overwhelming, joyful, exhausting—and all of those things can exist at the same time. In this special Mother’s Day episode, Janel…
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How to Find Joy in Hard Seasons and Heal Through Life’s Chaos
In this episode, we explore what it really means to experience joy—even in the middle of anxiety, grief, and life’s most challenging seasons. Joy isn’t about…
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How to Heal, Grow, and Show Up Authentically with Yanina Oyarzo
Janel returns with a powerful conversation alongside Yanina Oyarzo on healing, identity, and showing up authentically. This conversation explores what it looks…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
How to Find Joy Even in Hard Seasons (The RISE Principle of Enjoyment)
Do you have to wait for life to feel perfect before you experience joy? In this episode of The Rising, Janel closes out the Back to Basics series by exploring…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Simplicity Isn’t About Less — It’s About Living Lighter (RISE Principle 3)
What if simplicity wasn’t about deprivation… but freedom? In this episode of the Back to Basics series, Janel explores Simplicity, the third principle of the…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
You Don’t Need More Discipline — You Need Direction
What if the reason you feel stuck isn’t lack of motivation — but lack of intention? In this episode, Janel breaks down the second RISE principle and explains…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
The Power of Reflection | How to Reconnect With Yourself Using the RISE Principles
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…
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The RISE Method Explained: Reflection, Intention, Simplicity & Enjoyment for 2026
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…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Scrolling Is the New Smoking: Reclaim Focus, Purpose & Presence in 2026 (TK Coleman Part 2)
In this conversation, TK Coleman breaks down why scrolling (not social media itself) is quietly reshaping our attention, creativity, and sense of purpose—and…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Decluttering Won’t Work Until You Face THIS (Emotional Clutter) | TK Coleman (Part 1)
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…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
How to Access Your Intuition in 2026 (Heart Wisdom + Signs) w/ Anna Gannon
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…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Regulate Your Nervous System in 2026 (Somatic Healing + Trauma Release Tools)
Jacklynne Marder is a licensed, trauma-focused psychotherapist and trauma-informed yoga instructor based in Los Angeles. She integrates somatic therapy…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
From Closet Overwhelm to Confident Style with Stylist Elly Brown
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…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Stop Saying Yes to Everything — Your Peace Is Worth More
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…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Gratitude Is the Gateway to Joy: How to Live in Thankfulness Every Day
When life feels heavy or uncertain, gratitude can become the anchor that steadies you. In this heartfelt Thanksgiving episode of The Rising Podcast, Janel…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Shop With Intention: How to Stay Grounded During Black Friday
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…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
What 45 Taught Me About Peace & Perspective
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 Rising with Janel Gonzalez
How to Recognize and Block Energy Vampires: Protect Your Peace and Reclaim Your Energy
Ever leave a conversation feeling exhausted, anxious, or heavy — even though nothing “bad” happened? You may have encountered an energy vampire. In this…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Declutter Your Space, Free Your Mind
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…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
How to Find Confidence Without External Validation
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…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
How to Build a Capsule Wardrobe That Works for You
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…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
The Art of Release: How Letting Go Changes Everything
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…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Finding Peace Through Non-Attachment: How Letting Go Brings Freedom
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…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Letting Go: A Reflection on Non-Attachment and Inner Peace
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…
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When Your Soul Says Go: Navigating Life’s Big Detours with Jess Prudhomme
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…
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Minimalist Mindset: Living With Less to Enjoy More
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…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
The End of Diet Culture with Ilana Muhlstein: Mindset & Meal Strategies That Actually Work
In this empowering episode of The Rising, Janel sits down with renowned registered dietitian, weight-loss expert, and bestselling author Ilana Muhlstein, MS…
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Mother-Son Q&A: Life, Music, and Becoming Your Best Self
In this heartwarming episode of The Rising, Janel sits down with her 14-year-old son, Alex Gonzalez, for a rare and candid mother-son conversation. From dreams…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Stop Waiting, Start Creating: 7 Rules of Self-Reliance with Maha Abouelenein
In this empowering episode of The Rising, Janel sits down with Maha Abouelenein, a powerhouse in strategic communications and author of the transformative book…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Become Your Future Self Today in 3 Simple Steps!
Are you ready to close the gap between who you are and who you want to become? In this powerful episode of The Rising, Janel and Courtney dive into the…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Everyday Etiquette: The Classy Habits That Can Change Your Life with Carla Shellis
In this powerful episode of The Rising, Janel welcomes back etiquette expert Carla Shellis for a deep, real, and refreshing conversation about everyday…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
How to Access Emotional Freedom & Enter the Pink Zone with Carla Shellis
In this inspiring episode of The Rising, Janel sits down with Carla Shellis — emotional etiquette expert, founder of Bochy’s Place, and host of The Really…
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Stillness as Your Superpower! Tips for Staying Grounded and Present
In this powerful episode of The Rising, Janel dives deep into one of the most overlooked yet transformative practices: learning how to be present. We talk…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Q&A with Janel: Therapy, Self-Criticism & Midlife Truths
We’re flipping the script! In this special Q&A episode, Courtney takes over the mic to interview The Rising host, Janel Gonzalez. From personal stories to deep…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Stop Overcommitting: Reclaim Your Time & Your Peace
In this episode of The Rising, Janel dives deep into what it truly means to protect your time so you can live more freely, intentionally, and joyfully! Join…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Unlocking Human Design: How to Live in Alignment with Amanda Dumouchelle
In this powerful episode of The Rising, Janel sits down with life strategist Amanda Dumouchelle to explore Human Design; what it is, how it works, and why it…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Reclaim Your Joy & Reclaim Your Life!
After a deeply emotional Season 2 of The Rising filled with conversations about grief, loss, and healing... we’re shifting our focus. In this season premiere…
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The Art of Letting Go: Do You Really Need the Last Word?
In this powerful solo episode, Janel shares a deeply personal story about her family's difficult journey through the public school system — and the emotional…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Mastering your Morning Rituals
In this episode of 'The Rising', Janel discusses the importance of morning rituals and the benefits of becoming an early riser! She shares her own morning…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Clearing Digital Clutter for a Simplified Life!
In this episode of The Rising, Janel discusses the pervasive issue of digital clutter and share personal stories of losing digital files! She highlights the…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Embracing the Unexpected with Jess Prudhomme
In this episode, Janel welcomes Jess Prudhomme, creator of 'The Great Detour' podcast, as a special guest. The conversation delves into Jess' personal journey…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Transforming Anxiety Into Excitement: Embracing Positive Emotions
In this episode of 'The Rising,' Janel delves into the art of transforming anxiety into excitement. She discusses navigating life's peaks and valleys, and…
- The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Crystals 101: Connecting to Your Crystals
In this engaging episode, Heather Askinosie from Energy Muse joins Janel to discuss the essential crystals that beginners should start with and how to…