Ever wished procrastination was an Olympic sport because you’d definitely win gold? Well, it’s time to change that mindset, one tiny step at a time! In today's episode, we're diving into the genius of the 2-Minute Rule from Atomic Habits by James Clear. Discover how this bite-sized approach to habit-building can turn even the most persistent procrastinator into a productivity powerhouse. Learn from the greats like Twyla Tharp and the biggest procrastinator you know (me!) to transform those daunt...
Dec 19, 2024•31 min
Ever felt like fear was running the show? In today's episode, I start by sharing my personal journey of how I went from eating lunch alone in the school bathroom to overcoming social anxiety. This pep talk is exactly what you needed to hear at this exact moment. You're welcome. Then, I answer calls from YOU my besties!!! We discuss: Is he the one or are you settling? Learn how to identify patterns and know when to walk away. Recovering after betrayal/cheating: What I learned from being cheated o...
Dec 12, 2024•38 min
This week, we kick off with a hilarious throwback to my 12-year-old self being an absolute menace (prepare for secondhand embarrassment!). Then, we dive into YOUR CALLS. Your heartfelt, hilarious, and jaw-dropping voicemail questions and stories. From navigating loneliness after moving to a new country to dealing with relationship resentment from a ruined vacation, and even the ultimate tale of reclaiming your power after infidelity—it’s all here. Oh, and what happens when your best friend choos...
Dec 05, 2024•40 min
This week, Violetta shares the hilarity of being dumped by someone she didn’t even know she was dating and catching the gaze of a hot (but very taken) actor. She also dives into her DMs to give one of you advice on why your partner might be obsessing over your wild past—and spoiler: it’s all about their insecurities, not you. The episode wraps with 10 Things Emotionally Intelligent People Don’t Do. From managing emotions and embracing fear as growth to building trust and navigating happiness, Vi...
Nov 28, 2024•37 min
Ever wonder how special you must think you are to believe you’re the victim in every story you tell? To assume that when you fall, all eyes are on you, and when you fail, everyone is laughing? Seriously, how special do you have to feel to believe that little old you is not just the center of your own world, but the focus of everyone else’s universe too? Are you Hey Besties! 🌟 Welcome to this week's episode where we’re diving deep into a mind-blowing chapter from Mark Manson's "The Art of Not Gi...
Nov 21, 2024•31 min
They say men control the world, but I say that women control the men. On today's special episode, catch up with Violetta as she spill her latest intrusive thoughts and a halloween party gone sh*t—and then get ready for dating wisdom that flips the script on love and relationships. Get ready for insider secrets to the male's psych to get him obsessed. We discuss: The Power of Praise : Why giving a little ego boost makes him crave your attention. Be His Queen—Silently in Control: How to stay in co...
Nov 18, 2024•45 min
Are you being needy or jumping through hoops Like a circus poodle to make someone's crusty a$$ son happy? then stop right there and listen to this episode sugar tits. Ever wondered why most women crave something from a man that they need to give themselves or where the key is keeping your rhythm intact to avoid creating a void in your life? Learn why lowering yourself to fit his criteria lowers the relationship value and why being the "nice girl" might not always be in your best interest. Shop t...
Nov 14, 2024•30 min
In this wild episode, we share the unforgettable story of a disastrous elevator incident that turns hilariously messy, delve into dating horror stories like discovering a date is married, and a Tinder match nearly goes off a cliff (literally). From ex-girlfriend party ambushes to duffel-bagged sleepover assumptions, and the epic Taco Bell 100-taco fiasco—these are dating fails you won’t believe. We’ll laugh, cringe, and give you the lowdown on the absurd lengths people go to in the name of love ...
Nov 07, 2024•56 min
In this episode, I sit down with Whitney Port, beloved reality TV star from The Hills and The City , entrepreneur, and podcast host. Whitney opens up about her deeply personal journey with infertility, the pressure of public life, and the complexities of navigating anxiety and self-worth. Prepare for a candid, relatable, and incredibly inspiring conversation as we delve into her struggles and triumphs. We discuss: Navigating Infertility : Whitney shares her heartbreaking journey through five mis...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 29 min
In this episode, we go all in on love, dating, and relationships—holding nothing back. If you're fed up with mixed signals, emotionally unavailable partners, or just feeling like you’re not getting what you deserve, this is the episode that will turn it all around for you. What we discuss: If you catch me doing THIS, then just KNOW I’m going through it and someone’s dusty a&& son p*ssed me the F off! The best advice my mum gave me when it comes to heartbreak 3 questions to ask yourself i...
Oct 17, 2024•38 min
Pick your colour, pick your path! In this special October tarot card reading, I’ve pulled out three different decks that predict the rest of your month—from your career to life to love! Each deck is tied to a colour that calls out to you. Timestamps: Green - 2:03 Pink - 12:51 Red - 21:16 Each colour holds a unique reading packed with guidance for the month ahead. So, which one is speaking to you? For more premium extra episodes+ad free episodes, subscribe to the premium podcast here Don't forget...
Oct 15, 2024•28 min
If you're feeling lost, stuck at rock bottom, unloved, unheard, unmotivated, or unhappy in your current situation—if you feel completely defeated, like you've lost your sense of purpose, and that things will NEVER get better—this episode is for you! This is the wake-up call you've been waiting for. Today I get personal on what hitting rock bottom taught me and how I pulled myself out, and how you can too. We discuss: How everything feels like salt, when you walk around wounded. The truth about w...
Oct 10, 2024•40 min
Instead of colonising why don't we DEcolonise today? Trauma that is! Join me in this transformative conversation with global thought leader and TEDx speaker, Yemi Penn, as we dive into alternative approaches to healing trauma. We explore powerful topics like: Decolonizing trauma: What it means and how it changes your healing journey. Bending your reality: How to rewrite your narrative and create a thriving life post-trauma. Facing adversity and why cultivating a mindset of curiosity and rebellio...
Oct 03, 2024•55 min
My most unhinged episode yet or at least in the top 5! If you have ADHD or think you might or just want to laugh your a$$ off then this episode is for you. From my worst date stories to my doctor drug testing me for a snow habit at 9am, to giving you a tarot card reading for that one burning question on your mind—this episode has it all! Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends. Love ya! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c...
Sep 26, 2024•30 min
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I’m not enough?" Today, we’re calling that out for what it is—the biggest lie you’ve ever told yourself, and the one thing holding you back from living the life you’re meant for. This week, we’re kicking off a brand-new series ! Every week, we’ll be debunking one LIE that’s been holding us back from living our best lives, and we’re starting with this episode. For ad free episodes + extra weekly episodes, subscribe to the premium podcast here Today, we’re ...
Sep 26, 2024•44 min
Ready to uncover the dark, dirty secrets of starting a business? But first, Violetta catches you up on her $95,000 dentist bill (yes, you read that right), and the mid dude that made her an offer she almost couldn't refuse... ALMOST. "Violetta is joined by Ret Taylor, co-founder of the wellness brand Ned, as they dive into the often overlooked, not-so-glamorous realities of starting and growing a business. From how banks can put your business on a hidden blacklist that could kill your dream befo...
Sep 12, 2024•36 min
Find out why this episode hit over 100,000 downloads on its first day —Tune in RIGHT NOW to learn the psychology of WHY MEN ALWAYS PULL AWAY IN RELATIONSHIPS!!! whether beginning, middle, or end--it seems to always happen at some point. That is why Violetta is bringing you part two of one of her most viral episodes to explain the reasoning behind this unavoidable phenomenon and a 3 step playbook that guarantees he'll come crawling back in NO time! In this episode, Violetta covers: Reasons he pul...
Sep 12, 2024•39 min
Do you want to stroll into any room like you own it and have people hanging on your every word? Do you want to be so magnetic that the partner of your dreams can’t resist being drawn to you like a moth to a flame? And how about finally standing your ground and making sure no one ever overlooks you again, so you can start living the fabulous life you’ve always deserved? Well, you’re in the right place because this episode is your ultimate guide to leveling up your confidence game in dating and in...
Sep 02, 2024•39 min
Bonus episode - 3 hours of manifesting sound for anyone looking to elevate their vibrations and energy to better attract and manifest while sleeping or for anyone looking for frequency music to listen to while practicing gratitude or doing my manifesting techniques from last episode/other episodes. This powerful track uses the 432Hz frequency as a base and continuously builds on itself, allowing you to elevate your vibrations and focus your energy on manifestation. Listening to this audio track ...
Aug 25, 2024•3 hr 1 min
Welcome to BAD B*TCH UNIVERSITY, baby ! This is the second of FOUR powerhouse episodes designed to change the way you've been dating, raise your standards, kick your self worth and self esteem into high gear, attract only the best, and unlock the NEW AND IMPROVED YOU!!! For ad free episodes + extra weekly episodes, subscribe to the premium podcast here TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - 13:12 - Catch up with Violetta: How to circumcise a man Female circumcision Nipple piercings - good girl vs. bad girl. 13:13 -...
Aug 22, 2024•46 min
Welcome to BAD B*TCH UNIVERSITY, baby ! This is the first of FOUR powerhouse episodes designed to change the way you've been dating, raise your standards, kick your self worth and self esteem into high gear, attract only the best, and unlock the NEW AND IMPROVED YOU!!! For ad free episodes + extra weekly episodes, subscribe to the premium podcast here TIMESTAMPS: First segment - Catch up with Violetta - 0:00 - 28:21 Get ready to pee your pants with today’s segment! Violetta discuss a bizarre new...
Aug 15, 2024•54 min
Ever wonder what really makes a man fall head over heels? Well, what if I told you it wasn't through your looks or even bedroom moves but instead it has to do with how much you PISS HIM OFF. Well... kinda. On today's episode we cover: The Love Hormones: Women have oxytocin, the love hormone released during sex and cuddling. Men? They have vasopressin, their “monogamy hormone,” which kicks in when you stress him out! Stress Him Out: Discover why a little stress is good for making your man fall fo...
Aug 08, 2024•46 min
Join me as I sit down with Jana from Love Island US Season 6 for an exclusive tell-all episode where she spills secrets from inside and outside the villa that will surprise you! For ad free episodes + extra weekly episodes, subscribe to the premium podcast here TIMESTAMPS: SEGMENT 1 - Let’s catch up! - 0:00 - 12:04 I discuss why stretching isn't for me, my childhood dream job, that time I applied for the CIA and helped the FBI with a case during the pandemic, and lastly my plans this past weeken...
Aug 01, 2024•1 hr 4 min
When your man doesn’t value you, then he DESERVES to lose you. Want to teach him a lesson? Then tune In! Sometimes detaching doesn’t mean goodbye forever; it means giving yourself the time to figure out what you want and deserve. Today’s episode is for anyone who: Needs to reassess their relationship and feelings. Wants to wake up a partner who's taking them for granted. Is ready to walk away from someone they love. Needs help with anxiety and detaching from stress over uncontrollable outcomes. ...
Jul 25, 2024•45 min
STOP RIGHT THERE AND LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE RIGHT NOW!! Today, August 8th, marks the MOST powerful manifesting day of the year—the rare 8/8/8 Lions Gate Portal. Don't walk, RUN to listen to this episode on how to manifest everything you've ever wanted!! I will be giving you FIVE manifesting techniques to do today and for the next full moon that will get you everything you ever wanted from goals to love. Please see below for timestamps for each one. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - 6:06 - Intro to Lions Gate m...
Jul 18, 2024•31 min
Ready to uncover the truth about casual sex and reclaim your power? Tune in to get smarter in dating, reclaim your power and get back into your feminine goddess receiving energy. ✨ TIMESTAMPS: First segment - Catch up with Violetta - 0:00 - 14:06 Get ready to pee your pants with today’s segment! Violetta dives deep into her most bizarre seggs dream that was so weird, she had to ghost the guy in real life. Then, she reveals her totally foolproof (or not) method for kicking boys out of her house. ...
Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 22 min
You don't get brownie points for going the extra mile for a man you met two weeks ago. You don't get brownie points for putting up with his disrespect or cooking for him a five course meal on the second date, because you want to show him that you are wifey material, even though he has never once reciprocated your energy. So if you want someone to chase you, you have to treat them like a drug dealer treats their clients. You get them hooked and then you threaten to take it away -- Not with your w...
Jul 04, 2024•1 hr 5 min
Privet besties!! Today we take a break from Violetta's Russian tough love and present you with a fun deep dive episode into the juicy world of Love Island US Season 6! We're spilling all the tea on the July 11th drama and everything that has unfolded up to it. We break down how we got here and unpack all the makeups and breakups from the psychology side of it all the way to their zodiac signs. Who’s vibing? Who’s clashing? And who will make it outside the villa?? Grab your popcorn because Violet...
Jun 27, 2024•41 min
Ready to flip the dating game on its head? 🔄 In this episode of Almost Adulting , I dive into the 9 game-changing rules that transformed my dating life from a stress-fest to a worry-free zone! Whether it's saying 'yes' when you'd usually say 'no' or learning the fine art of flying solo, these tips are your new dating playbook. Tune in to discover why talking to multiple men isn't just fun—it's essential, and why waiting for sex could be the best move you make. Get ready, because it's time to ma...
Jun 20, 2024•35 min
Ever been told you're special as a kid and now you're a hot mess of perfectionism and OCD? Welcome to the club! In this laugh-out-loud yet deeply relatable episode, Violet Benson gets real with Kaitlyn Bristowe about the rollercoaster ride of wanting to be chosen, fear of aging, and betrayal. In today's episode, we discuss: The Upsides and Downslides of Being Told You're Special as a kid: What it looks like as an adult in your relationships and work. Body Dysmorphia & Fear of Aging: Attachin...
Jun 13, 2024•49 min
