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 become a tool in your life to help you rise to your higher self.
The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
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 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 episode is a reminder that simplicity isn’t about deprivation—it’s about making room for peace, calm, and what truly matters: people, not things!
💬 In this episode:
- How childhood shaped my decision to live minimally
- The 2015 turning point that made me “savage” about clutter
- Practical tips for decluttering and avoiding overconsumption
- Why simplicity is freedom, not restriction
- How to carry less “stuff” into the next season of your life
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by clutter or pressured to keep buying more, this episode will help you pause, reset, and bring conscious awareness into your home and heart!
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