This time last year, I was in a completely different place... moving through a breakup, feeling emotionally raw, anxious, and overwhelmed. As this December arrived, I realized how much that season still lives in my nervous system, and how often overwhelm turns into irritability, negativity, or the quiet story that nobody really cares or is listening.

In this episode, I’m sharing how reflecting on where I was last year inspired me to intentionally create a December Mental Health Plan as a way to restore capacity, soften my inner dialogue, and stop carrying everything alone as I close out the year.

We talk about:– Healing after a breakup and the long tail of emotional overwhelm– How anxiety shows up as complaining, comparison, or self-criticism– The narratives we tell ourselves about being unseen or behind– The boundaries, daily practices, and support systems I’m prioritizing this month– Why therapy, co-regulation, and additional support feel essential right now– How I’m choosing to move from overwhelmed to inspired as I look ahead to 2026

If you’re ending this year feeling exhausted, sensitive, or disconnected from yourself, this episode is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and choose a gentler way forward.

You don’t have to have it all figured out.You’re allowed to choose support.You’re allowed to feel inspired again, one small step at a time.

Welcome back, angel. Today’s episode is a cozy catch-up! A little Florida recap, a little feelings dump, and all the favorites I'm (mostly) intentionally consuming lately.

We’re grounding in (hello, angel number 6666), talking anxiety moments, what I texted my boyfriend, how my tummy survived gelato (!!), and why homemade ginger shots without a juicer should honestly be illegal.

I’m also sharing all the things I’m loving right now:• collagen coffee rituals• chicken salad & recipe-book era• late night date bar (with ghee, always)• aloe juice, probiotics, electrolytes & Celtic salt• Insight Timer + friend accountability check-ins• candles, rings, tallow lotion, Fenty gloss, brow dye• books, shows & podcasts I’m obsessed with

A soft, sunshine-y, simple-joys kind of episode.

Cozy up and catch up with me. 💛

In this episode, I open up about the season of feeling mentally foggy, emotionally clogged, creatively overstimulated, and constantly pulled into my phone. I share the real patterns behind the “never enough” feeling, the overthinking that paralyzes you, the pressure to constantly create, the waves of emotion that hit out of nowhere, and the compulsive scrolling that makes your brain feel broken.

We look at screen-time and mental health (yes, check your hours), the suffocating energy of over-consuming inspiration, the ache for connection, and the fear of being alone with yourself. If you’ve been numbing, distracting, or drowning out your own inner world, this episode will feel like a deep exhale.

Feeling drained, anxious, or on the edge of burnout? In this episode, we’re slowing down to talk about the signs your body is begging you to rest, and how to actually listen.

I’m sharing reflections from my Bye-Bye Burnout restorative yoga class, what burnout really does to your nervous system, and the gentle habits that help you come back to yourself.

You’ll learn:
• How to spot the early signs of burnout before you crash
• Why your nervous system holds the key to recovery
• Simple practices to restore energy + emotional balance
• Mindset shifts for sustainable healing and creative flow

Whether you’re juggling too much or just feel disconnected, this one’s for the overwhelmed girlies healing through anxiety, exhaustion, and self-disconnection.

Free Resource: Download the Bye-Bye Burnout Mini Guide → https://stan.store/vanessapersephone

🎧 Mentioned in this episode:
• My burnout reflection journal
• Restorative yoga for burnout recovery🕯

Connect with me:
• Podcast: @angelsanonymouspodcast
• Yoga + workshops: @blackswanyogadenver
• Personal: @vanessapersephone

Today we’re doing something I’ve been craving lately… a full GIRL CHAT. The kind that feels like you’re on FaceTime with your best friend who somehow gets you back into your body, your life, and your power without even trying.

Inspired by the “things I’m loving” style episodes I adore, this is my own twist: intentional, self-aware, a little glam, and absolutely rooted in the messy / beautiful reality of being a woman right now.

I’m giving you Sex and the City energy without the overconsumption culture… PR-major brain with a yoga-teacher soul… recovering impulse-shopper era but make it cozy, grounded, and actually aligned.

Inside this episode, I’m chatting about what’s been inspiring me, the small joys I’m obsessed with, the mindset shifts keeping me sane during the holidays, and the ways I’m choosing presence over numbing in my routines, relationships, creativity, and daily choices.

If you’ve been craving a conversation that feels like a little reset for your nervous system, welcome. This one’s for you.

And if you want to go deeper with this work, the Intentional Consumption Collective is open: a space for the women who are ready to stop numbing, stop spiraling, and start living on purpose.

Learn more: https://stan.store/vanessapersephone

In this episode, I’m sharing the real, unfiltered truth about what the holidays can bring up: financial anxiety, binge-restrict cycles, numbing habits, burnout, and the shame that keeps so many of us spiraling alone. I talk about my own 7+ year journey of trying to fill the void inside, my 4.5 years sober, and how I’ve learned to navigate this season with intention instead of impulse.

I break down why we keep reaching for the quick fix, why the holidays trigger our deepest patterns, and how connection, vulnerability, and support are the only things that actually move us out of the dark.

I’m also introducing The Intentional Consumption Collective: https://stan.store/vanessapersephone

A 5-week virtual support space I created to help you move through the holidays with more clarity, grounding, and resilience. We’ll cover spending, substances, food, movement, emotional regulation, and how to build a plan so you don’t end up feeling anxious, ashamed, broke, hungover, or overwhelmed.

Even if you don’t join the collective, this episode is full of insight, grounding, and practical tools you can use right now to create a season that feels intentional, connected, and supportive.

This is the episode I needed years ago, and I hope it brings you the softness, honesty, and relief you deserve.

I’m keeping it real this week, starting with a story about eating a cheese sourdough pizza (and yes, I handled it like a champ). I talk about why healing and sobriety aren’t one-size-fits-all, why I’ve often felt like a fraud as a guide, and how your intuition is actually the best map you’ve got. No rulebook, no magic formula, just you, your body, your energy, and a few people to help along the way. This one’s for anyone feeling lost, overwhelmed, or done with following everyone else’s path.

Disclaimer:
I’m not a doctor, medical professional, or licensed therapist. Everything I share on this podcast comes from my personal experience and journey, and it’s meant for inspiration and general wellness conversation only. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions about your health, supplements, or treatments.

In today’s episode of Angel’s Anonymous, I’m opening up about something deeply personal, my sister’s cancer coming back, and what it’s teaching me about life, purpose, and the quiet battles people carry.

This space isn’t just about addiction or sobriety; it’s about recovery in every form. Healing from toxic relationships, grief, loss, illness, fear… and learning how to carry on when life throws us into chapters no one prepares us for.

In This Episode:

Carrying invisible struggles

How crisis shifts your priorities

Balancing purpose + pain

Staying grounded when life gets heavy

A reminder to slow down and reconnect with what matters

If this episode resonates, please consider supporting or learning from organizations that help those navigating breast cancer:

METAvivor: @METAvivor 

— advancing research and support for metastatic breast cancer

Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF): @bcrfcure 

— funding innovative global research

Reclaim October: @reclaim_october 

— shifting awareness to patient voices and real impact

And most importantly, you can directly support my sister’s healing journey here:

GoFundMe: Join Mariah's Journey to Healing with Stage 4 Breast Cancer

Every share, message, or donation truly makes a difference.

Some days we don't feel ready. Some days inspiration feels out of reach. In this short, honest episode of Angels Anonymous, I'm making my comeback. Showing up even when it feels messy, imperfect, or uncertain.

I explore the balance between discipline and compassion- how to show up for the things that matter, even when we don’t feel inspired. We talk about small, imperfect actions that still move you forward, reflection prompts to reconnect with yourself, and a grounding moment to center your energy.

I also share an angel number message (111) reminding us that every tiny step plants a seed for bigger beginnings. Perfect isn’t required, presence is. Tune in, and give yourself permission to start where you are.

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Intro & Outro Music:

Song: INOSSI - Somewhere

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Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported

Video Link: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/mLCOYxcsR5A

Finally, the hormone healing goddess herself has graced us with her presence this week! For any of you who are struggling with symptoms like missing + irregular periods, painful periods, acne, PMS, trouble sleeping, intense cravings, energy & mood swings, hair loss, or difficulty managing a healthy weight, this episode is for you!

And if any of you have turned to western medicine about these issues, only to be met with dismissal or unanswered questions, you're not alone. Oftentimes, a naturopathic / holistic lens is what you've been missing. Listen in to hear a big picture approach to what hormone healing looks like & how you can start your path towards reconnecting to your body's wisdom.

Timestamps

 4:55 oracle card reading

12:12 gaps in women's health

17:15 the fitness industry is still missing the mark

23:23 back to the basics

25:10 colleen’s hormone healing journey 

32:20 a comprehensive approach to women’s heath

36:13 the importance of knowing your body & cycle 

43:28 out of denial & shame, into integrity & alignment

47:18 the dutch test

50:19 stop self diagnosing supplements 

57:10 the importance of getting professional support

1:00:57 client success examples

1:04:00 disregulation affects every area of your life

1:06:17 how you can work with colleen

If you’re interested in learning more about what a 1 on 1 client program would look like for you, ⁠fill out this form⁠ to get a free 30 minute connect call with me!

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CONNECT WITH ME

IG: ⁠@angels_anonymous_⁠ & ⁠@vanessapersephone⁠

TikTok: ⁠@vanessapersephone⁠

YouTube: ⁠@vanessapersephone⁠

Email: [email protected]

Intro & Outro Music:

Song: INOSSI - Somewhere

Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.

Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported

Video Link: ⁠https://youtu.be/mLCOYxcsR5A