The Rising with Janel Gonzalez

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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.

  1. 1D AGO

    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 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 everyone. You’ll learn: • What reflection really means • Why it builds emotional awareness • How to create sacred space in your day • The role of journaling in clarity • Why mornings matter • How nature supports mental health • Simple ways to pause and reconnect This week’s challenge: give yourself permission to pause. 👉 If this episode helped you, please rate, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs a reset. Click here to follow Janel on Instagram. Click here to WATCH this episode.

    14 min

  2. JAN 30

    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 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 explore:• The emotional origin story of The Rising• Why Janel immersed herself in psychology and spirituality• How personal loss sparked transformation• What the RISE Principles really mean• How to tune out outside noise and hear your inner guide• Why enjoyment is a spiritual practice too• How journaling supports growth in 2026 and beyond Links & Resources 📖 The Rising Quote Journal — 150 Quotes to Help You Reflect, Reset & Rise https://www.amazon.com/Rising-Quote-Journal-Quotes-version/dp/B0G8T1BPKF 👉 If this episode helped you, please rate, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs a reset. Click here to follow Janel on Instagram. Click here to WATCH this episode.

    12 min

  3. JAN 23

    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 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 forward, not calls them out • The difference between fighting for someone vs. fighting with them (and why it changes everything) • A clearer way to approach “purpose” that’s bigger than your job or career • How to follow curiosity like a “dating process” (small experiments → clarity over time) • Why boredom is a gift—and how it invites you to expand your awareness instead of escaping it • Practices to rebuild attention: walks, quiet time, art, music, and presence (even 15 minutes at a time) Links & Resources (TK Coleman): 🌐The Minimalists (Official): https://www.theminimalists.com/ 📖 Emotional Clutter (Free Ebook): https://www.theminimalists.com/books/ 📲 TK Coleman (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/officialtkcoleman/ 👉 If this episode helped you, please rate, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs a reset. Click here to follow Janel on Instagram. Click here to WATCH this episode.

    33 min

  4. JAN 16

    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 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 to shift from shame-based change to sustainable change • What to do when you’re growing… but people around you aren’t • The power of validation + curiosity to help others move forward • Why “truth hurts” can also become “truth heals” 📲 TK Coleman (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/officialtkcoleman/ 🌐 Website: The Minimalists (Official): https://www.theminimalists.com/ 📘 Emotional Clutter (Free Ebook): https://www.theminimalists.com/books/ 👉 If this episode helped you, please rate, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs a reset. Click here to follow Janel on Instagram. Click here to WATCH this episode.

    36 min

  5. JAN 9

    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 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 your intuitive senses through simple daily practices.  In this episode, you’ll learn: ✨ What intuition is (and what it isn’t) ✨ Why “heart wisdom” is a powerful starting point ✨ How to practice intuition with “low-hanging fruit” (like food + everyday choices) ✨ How signs work—and how to hold them lightly ✨ What happens when you ignore the whispers ✨ How to recognize truth through your body (especially in a noisy world) Links & Resources (Anna Gannon): 🌐 Website: https://www.annagannon.com/  📩 Contact: https://www.annagannon.com/contact  🔮 Intuitive Psychic Readings: https://www.annagannon.com/intuitive-psychic-readings  🗓️ Bookings / Trainings: https://annagannon-appointments.as.me  📲 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annagannonhere 👉 If this episode helped you, please rate, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs a reset. Click here to follow Janel on Instagram. Click here to WATCH this episode.

    44 min

  6. 12/19/2025

    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, 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 stuck—this episode is for you. In this episode of The Rising, Janel sits down with Jacklynne Marder, therapist and somatic practitioner, to explore what somatic healing really is, why nervous system regulation matters, and how the body can hold onto stress and trauma long after the mind understands it. Jacklynne breaks down the mind-body connection, the role of the vagus nerve, and how to recognize when you’re living outside your “window of tolerance.” You’ll learn the difference between hyperarousal (fight or flight) and hypoarousal (freeze or shutdown)—and why so many people don’t even realize they’re dysregulated. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✨ Signs you’re dysregulated (even if you look “fine”) ✨ How trauma triggers live in the nervous system ✨ Why talk therapy helps—but sometimes isn’t enough ✨ The first step to regulation: body mindfulness + body scans ✨ A powerful tool to release stress: shaking (yes, really) ✨ The 3-step somatic reset: mindfulness, curiosity, allowing ✨ Progressive muscle relaxation for anxiety relief ✨ The grounding phrase that changes everything: “I am safe.” Janel and Jacklynne also talk about why we avoid discomfort (hello, instant gratification), how “Netflix and numb” keeps the stress cycle going, and why 2026 doesn’t need more resolutions—it needs more regulation. Links & Resources: 📲 Follow Jacklynne: https://www.instagram.com/jacklynnemarder_psychotherapy 🌐 Learn more: https://www.jacklynnemarderpsychotherapy.com  👉 If this episode helped you, please rate, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs more peace. Click here to follow Janel on Instagram. Click here to WATCH this episode.

    31 min

  7. 12/12/2025

    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 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 space, she’s known for her honest approach, her “tough-love-but-make-it-cute” styling advice, and her gift for helping women discover their unique style voice. Elly works with clients nationwide through virtual styling, curated catalogs, and her signature styling retainers. Her mission is simple: empower women to feel confident, seen, and effortlessly put together every single day. Elly breaks down how a thoughtful closet edit, a few key pieces, and the right accessories can transform not just your outfits, but how you move through your day. Inside the episode, you’ll discover:  ✨ Why personal styling isn’t just for celebrities  ✨ How a closet edit reveals your habits, gaps, and true style  ✨ The difference between shopping with intention vs. shopping because it’s on sale  ✨ How accessories can completely change a basic jeans-and-tee look  ✨ Why honoring your current season (work, motherhood, life) matters more than trends  ✨ How getting dressed with intention can impact your mood, confidence, and presence Elly and Janel also dive into holiday style—how to enjoy festive fashion, wear the “fun” pieces, and still stay aligned with simplicity and minimalism. You deserve to feel like you in your clothes. Let this episode be your sign to edit, refresh, and start dressing with more confidence and joy. LINKS & RESOURCES 👗 Follow Elly: @uptownwithellybrown  🌐 Website: https://www.uptownwithellybrown.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uptownwithellybrown ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/uptownwithellybrown 💼 Styling Services: https://www.uptownwithellybrown.com/book-personal-styling-consultation 👉 If this episode encouraged you, rate, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs a style reset. #therisingpodcast #styleinspiration #personalstylist #holidayoutfits #closetedit #minimalism #momstyle #confidence #intentionalshopping Click here to follow Janel on Instagram. Click here to WATCH this episode.

    28 min

  8. 12/05/2025

    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 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 important than pleasing people Let this be the year you stop overcommitting and start honoring yourself. The holidays don’t need more chaos — they need more peace. ✨ 👉 Subscribe and share this episode with someone overwhelmed by holiday pressure. #holidaywellness #protectyourpeace #selfcare #mindfulness #boundaries #mentalhealth #holidayseason #selflove Click here to follow Janel on Instagram. Click here to WATCH this episode.

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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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