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BE SUCCESSFULLY DELUSIONAL

Hello and welcome to the Violetta's diary series available on my PREMIUM PODCAST!! Where I share my random thoughts with no cuts, no edits, no notes, no pre planning, no nothing. Just the two of us naked and honest with each other.

Today we dive into the TEXT that ENDED my toxic friendship, vision board update, and how to be successfully delusional.

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What Motivates Men to Commit

Hey Besties! Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: The Classic Guide to Understanding the Opposite Sex by John Gray. The book provides a practical and proven way for men and women to improve their communication and relationships by acknowledging the differences between them.

Today, Violetta will talk about the dynamics of motivation and love as she unpacks the secrets to motivating the opposite sex and explores the balance between love, responsibility, and boundaries. From understanding the importance of making a positive difference in someone's life to recognizing the fine line between need and neediness, Violetta dishes out her signature blend of wisdom and wit. So get ready to uncover the keys to fostering meaningful connections and navigating the ups and downs of modern romance.

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What to Listen For:

00:00 Intro
01:34 How to motivate the opposite s*x
09:54 When a man is in love, he’s motivated more
11:27 When a man doesn’t feel he’s making a positive difference in someone’s life
15:22 Many women today want time off, a time for themselves
21:51 A woman needs to recognize her boundaries
22:55 Step 1 - Motivation
23:56 Step 2 - Taking Responsibility
24:45 Step 3 - Practice
26:03 As man experiences limits, he is motivated to do more
28:38 The difference between needing and neediness
31:16 A man appears most caring when he is afraid

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Why He Doesn't Want You

Hello and welcome to the Violetta's diary series available on my PREMIUM PODCAST!! Where I share my random thoughts with no cuts, no edits, no notes, no pre planning, no nothing. Just the two of us naked and honest with each other.

Today we dive into how to change your perspective when it comes to goodbyes, people, being ghosted and when he doesn't want you - from the why to the how to the moving on.

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Loving Those Who Can't Love Us Back

Hey Besties! For another Benson Book Club session, we’re going to dive deep into Why We Hold On Tightest on the Things That Aren’t Meant for Us from Brianna Wiest’s 101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think. Violet shares her candid insights on navigating the complexities of relationships - from moving on from unrequited love and why we often find ourselves drawn to those who can't reciprocate our feelings to invaluable advice on finding peace and self-love amidst the chaos of modern romance. It's time to empower yourself and begin your journey to emotional freedom.

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00:00 Intro
05:07 How to let go of the things that’s killing you inside?
10:22 You can't convince someone to love you if they don’t
19:21 How do you fall out of love with the idea of someone?
24:13 Why do we keep choosing people who can’t love us back?

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Feeling Ungrateful

Hello and welcome to the Violetta's diary series available on my PREMIUM PODCAST!! Where I share my random thoughts with no cuts, no edits, no notes, no pre planning, no nothing. Just the two of us naked and honest with each other.

Today we discuss feeling ungrateful, creating a vision board, and large wieners jk maybe.

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You're a Narcissist w/ Scheana Shay (Vanderpump Rules)

Hey Besties! Today, Vanderpump Rules cast Scheana Shay joins Violetta for an exciting and at the same time heart-tugging conversation. Throughout her time on "Vanderpump Rules," Scheana became known for her outgoing personality, dramatic relationships, and candid portrayal of her personal life on the show. In addition to her work on reality television, she has pursued acting and music endeavors. She has appeared in several television shows and films, as well as releasing her own music singles.

Violetta and talk about the complexities of childcare, the challenges of maintaining friendships, and a potential sneak peek of Vanderpump Season 11. Plus the duo spills the tea on lost friendships, potential redemption arcs, and the behind-the-scenes drama you won't hear anywhere else. On a serious note, bravely shares her experiences with postpartum OCD, the healing power of EMDR therapy, and the heartbreaking reality of pregnancy loss. It's a raw and vulnerable exploration of mental health, friendship dynamics, and the bittersweet journey of self-discovery.

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What to Listen For:

00:00 Intro
01:27 What’s one thing people misunderstood about you in the show?
02:30 How did motherhood change you?
04:13 What’s your biggest fear around getting help with babysitting your child?
07:06 Have you had support from other new moms?
07:45 What’s a question someone has never asked you?
08:30 “I’m never the favorite of this show.”
12:18 Hopes for Season 11
13:17 Losing a friendship of 15 years
17:09 Is the new season setting the stage for Sandoval’s redemption arc?
19:16 Are you the friend that flip-flops?
20:38 Figuring out a way to not breakdown in front of your child
22:24 Friendship pact with Katie
24:37 What can people look forward to this season?
26:05 Is Billie Lee in love with Tom Sandoval?
33:31 Postpartum OCD
39:39 EMDR Therapy
43:35 Pregnancy loss and traumatic labor
45:13 Severe intrusive thoughts
47:07 Signs of OCD before pregnancy
50:54 Thinking of death everyday

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You’re Not My Person w/ Kamie Crawford

Hey Besties! Today, Violetta welcomes television host and producer Kamie Crawford. Kamie also hosts her successful podcast, Relationsh*t and MTV’s long-running reality-based documentary series “Catfish: The TV Show”.

Get ready to dive into all things fun and fabulous with Violet and Kamie. They chat about everything from what's currently keeping them busy to the importance of staying hydrated (because, let's face it, we need to keep those vibes flowing!). Plus, we'll dish on some seriously spicy topics, like the Stanley cup's wild ride through a car fire and the sinful indulgence of beignets. Oh, and don't worry, Bestie, we’ll let you in on some secrets too—like debunking those silly misconceptions about their social media persona and sharing the biggest lessons learned last year.

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What to Listen For:

00:00 Intro
04:04 What are you currently working on?
05:48 The importance of staying hydrated all day
06:40 The Stanley cup that withstood a car fire
09:18 Unhealthy food choices
11:48 Have you had a beignet?
15:06 What’s something most people don’t know about you?
20:05 What’s the most common misconception about you?
25:26 How are you when someone gets on your bad side?
28:57 What are you currently working to improve?
35:24 What’s the hardest lesson you learned last year?
37:37 Does your mom have a very thick accent?
40:27 What past experience that still resonates with you today?
48:15 What’s the worst thing that can happen?
54:41 What’s something you don’t want to repeat this year?
01:00:53 My social media is like my house…

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Love is Not Enough w/ Mark Groves

Hey Besties! The man behind the Create the Love is back! Mark Groves is a human connection specialist, speaker, writer, motivator, creator, connector and collaborator. As a bridge between the academic and the human, Mark invites people to explore the good, bad, downright ugly, and beautiful sides of connection.

What does it truly mean to find liberation in love? How do we reclaim our worth after it's been taken from us? Today, Violetta and Mark explore these questions and more, delving into topics like building self-trust, healing codependency, and navigating the emotional complexities of heartbreak. From learning to communicate our deepest emotions to embracing closure and letting go, each chapter of this episode offers profound insights and empowering strategies for navigating the highs and lows of love. If you’re looking for answers, this one's for you!

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What to Listen For:

00:00 Intro
02:43 Liberated Love
06:36 You’ve forgotten yourself in the relationship
09:46 They took your worth with them when they left
13:36 How do you build a high level of self trust?
17:42 How do you heal codependency?
19:46 The great disconnect
28:04 Learning self-regulation through co-regulation
35:14 Creating a space for you and your partner’s pain
38:47 The analogy of the burning house
42:57 Closing ceremony for an ended relationship
51:19 Communicate how to feel
56:16 Emotional triggers actually never go away
01:02:21 Does your partner get you?
01:04:27 The right person can’t come if you won’t let go of the wrong one
01:06:39 What does it mean when love is not enough?
01:10:52 Using the ides of love to bypass the pain
01:16:03 How do you get your ex back?

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16 Reasons You Don't Have Love

Hey Besties! Ready to take a deep dive into the world of love and self-discovery? Today, for another episode of Benson Book Club, Violetta will read and ponder on the 16 Reasons Why You Still Don’t Have The Love That You Want from Brianna Wiest’s 101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think. Whether you're relying on others to do the work for you or expecting love to change your life, we've got the insights to help you navigate the twists and turns of the heart. Discover how honoring your inner child, embracing kindness, and aligning your heart and mind can lead to deeper connections and self-fulfillment. Don't miss out on this enlightening journey to finding love within yourself and beyond!

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What to Listen For:

00:00 Intro
01:54 16 reasons why you still don’t have the love that you want
14:25 The most meaningful relationships are the ones in which we are reflective back to ourselves
16:47 Every relationship you have is with yourself
19:38 Be your own person and do what you can on your own time

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Changing Our Mind with David Gushee

David Gushee is an influential Christian ethicist who famously changed his mind about LGBTQ Christians. His 2014 book Changing Our Mind (now in its third edition) has been celebrated and widely recommended as an honest and forceful reckoning with the ethical issues surrounding LGBTQ Christians and the church's complicity in their exclusion, neglect, and abuse. It is a powerful and well-researched chronicle of David's journey from a traditional stance to an inclusive one, a journey that he completed while remaining theologically conservative. We are honored that David agreed to speak with us about this important book, and we look forward to more conversations about his many others in the near future!

The bourbon we tasted in this episode is Hardin's Creek Clermont.

To skip to the interview, go to 11:32. You can find the transcript for this episode here.

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Let Your Rage Fuel You

They always say let go of your anger, let go of your pain, blah blah blah! But why doesn’t anyone talk about how using these “negative” feelings to your advantage to catapult you into your best season yet?

Hello, Besties! September is all about checking in with ourselves, our mental health, and with our goals. To kick things off Violet is back with another solo episode and she is NOT here to sugarcoat. In today’s episode Violet admits last month was very hard, filled with severed relationships and heartbreaks, but today she is Violet thankful. Thankful that it’s all in the past and she has now welcomed September feeling better, stronger, and fiercer. Today, she shares four tips that can help anyone struggling internally, going through difficult and seemingly impossible situations, and help turn the negatives into optimism and positive change. Besties, let's use our pain and rage to turn the page - and today you’re gonna find out how!

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What to Listen For:

00:00 Introduction
02:47 “I woke up this morning feeling blessed and thankful.”
06:40 There’s no timeline to how long you should take to heal
10:28 Ask yourself, “Is it working for me?”
14:18 It’s all in your head
17:07 Sit with rejection, get comfortable with it
19:31 Turn your resentment into your superpower

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Recreate Yourself in 3 Steps

Hey Besties! Ever wondered how to turn your life around when you're feeling rock bottom? Need a boost when it all seems bleak? Well, it's Benson Book Club time, and today, we're delving into Robert Greene's "The 48 Laws of Power," specifically Law #25 – Recreate Yourself. Violetta kicks off by reading the juicy core of the chapter, then dives into why it's perfectly okay to hit the reset button when everything feels stuck. Spoiler alert: You're totally allowed to shake things up, start anew, and recreate yourself for a better, more badass version of you! Tune in for the inspiration you didn't know you needed.

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What to Listen For:

00:00 Intro
01:41 The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene
02:37 Law #25: Recreate Yourself
15:25 You are allowed to start over if you feel like it
18:19 Recreating yourself at the lowest moments is usually the most pivotal moment

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Why We Love Difficult People

In the 3rd installation of Benson Bootcamp, Violet covers a topic that we often avoid. Why do we love difficult people? This discussion is difficult because it often forces us to look inwardly, and see what unresolved issues we have - that are allowing us to believe that allowing these people to stay in our lives is okay. But it’s okay Besties, we’re gonna get through it together, because we’ve ALL been there.

This week on Almost Adulting, Violet starts off with the reasons why we likely fall for the wrong person, armed with a huge ego and a wounded inner child he never knew existed within him. That guy who gives you mixed signals and then leaves you hanging when they have their fun. While difficult people can be frustrating and draining, they also have the ability to help us become better versions of ourselves. And this is possible when we start to love ourselves a little more, see our own value, understand what we truly desire in life. Bestie, it’s finally time to drop that toxic relationship, friendship, or whatever it is. Do it NOW - you will only thank yourself later.

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00:00 Introduction
02:38 Why do we love difficult people?
05:07 When we feel the lack of spark
08:27 The reasons why we’re attracted to the wrong person
11:59 Guys with daddy issues
18:56 The second boyfriend: a toxic guy
25:39 I thought love had to be achieved
28:00 Daddy Issues
35:06 Start loving yourself

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How to Manifest Becoming Rich w/ HotHighPriestess

Hey Besties! Ready to level up and manifest some serious abundance this year? Violetta's got you covered as she dives into the magical world of manifestation, joined by the incredible Sarah Perl, aka @hothighpriestess on TikTok.

In this episode, they unravel the secrets of successful manifestation, exploring different methods and powerful mantras that can pave the way to your riches. Sarah, the poetic genius behind "From Within," shares her wisdom on turning your life around by reshaping your self-view and envisioning the future you truly desire. To sprinkle some extra magic, they wrap things up with a tarot reading for 2024, using three enchanting crystals. Grab your manifesting notebook, soak in those good vibes, and make 2024 your year of financial independence!

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What to Listen For:

00:00 Intro
03:24 You are the creator of you reality
11:14 The “I am Simply Deciding” method
15:51 Inspired action versus aligned action
18:25 Affirmations to say for 7 days to get more money
19:25 More manifestation mantra
22:13 How do you make a Vision Board?
25:28 The 111 portal this January
29:41 How the Love Letter method works
34:06 2024 reading for Amethyst

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How To Change Your Life (This Year)

Hey Besties! Can you believe it's 2024 already? Time really knows how to sprint! So, as we dive into this fresh year, what better way to kick things off than with a real talk about turning the resolution game into actual life change?

In today's episode, Violetta serves up some serious wisdom on why that change we're craving might be playing hard to get. She unpacks the eight sneaky behaviors we unknowingly carry that slam the brakes on our success train. But don't worry, it's not all gloom and doom! Violetta wraps it up with her personal mantra for manifesting the life you truly deserve. Let's make 2024 the year we transform for real!

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What to Listen For:

00:00 Intro
02:31 People want to change their lives but not themselves
08:15 8 subconscious behaviors that keep you from the life that you want
16:39 What do you need to know about yourself first?
23:53 The manifesting mantra for the life that you deserve

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Cult Survivor: Children of God

YOU CALL IT OCTOBER, I CALL IT CULT MONTH ON ALMOST ADULTING PODCAST!

This month focuses entirely on CULTS - where survivors of various cults will be sharing their stories and bringing awareness to the reality and prominence of these organizations.

This week on Almost Adulting Violet speaks with Celeste, a former member of the Children of God (now called The Family International). Children of God was founded in Huntington Beach, California in 1968 by David Berg, and was eventually dubbed by BBC as ‘hell on earth’. Celeste brings the listener on an emotional journey, giving vivid details of what life was like as a person born into Children of God, and her upbringing within the confines of the cult without sparing any details. Celeste then explains how she escaped, post-cult living, and her one wish for the people responsible for their heinous crimes.

TW: sexual abuse

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00:00 Introduction
00:37 What is the Children of God?
02:37 The biggest misconceptions about the group
03:44 Joining the cult
08:13 How do children spend their day?
12:40 The system
13:33 Very limited access to healthcare
15:00 What’s flirty fishing?
19:48 No limit around age or status
22:24 Earliest memory of sexual abuse
25:13 Sexual sharing
28:35 Is it easy to leave the cult?
33:58 Adjusting to the normal world
35:59 Growing up after leaving the cult
42:17 How do you view religion now?
46:17 Forgiving your parents
47:52 Reviving the cult
50:39 Reconnecting with other cult children

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In My Slutty Pregnancy Era w/ Jackie Schimmel

Today, Violetta is joined by none other than THE Bitch Bible extraordinaire, Jackie Schimmel. Jackie, a podcast queen and certified professional asshole, brings her unfiltered charm to Almost Adulting, sharing how she turned a solo experiment into a top comedy podcast sensation.

This dynamic duo doesn't hold back, getting raw and unfiltered in the nitty-gritty of handling hate comments without sacrificing self-esteem, the real deal behind manifestation (spoiler: it might not be what you think), and a crash course on surviving the turbulent waves of cancel culture. It's Almost Adulting meets The Bitch Bible – the perfect combo for a podcast episode that's bold, badass, and totally binge-worthy!

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What to Listen For:

00:00 Intro
00:41 Over indulgence of self esteem
03:01 When hate comments don’t affect you anymore
06:34 “I’m not an internet person.”
07:33 Why are pregnant women terrorists?
12:03 The Hitler joke
16:57 How did you become a podcaster?
21:51 The lucky girl syndrome
26:20 Low-key manifesting girly
26:54 The OG podcaster
29:09 Cancel culture
33:20 To be clear is to be kind
35:59 What is your journey?
38:42 The vocal fry
40:09 Are you a cool girl?
43:54 Dinner with model friends
47:22 My slutty pregnancy era
48:50 Makeup preference and fake freckles
52:58 Worst advice you’ve ever gotten
55:21 Best advice received in your 30s
57:57 Compliments for each others
58:55 Most embarrassing life experience
01:02:17 Embarrassing experiences with boys
01:06:00 How did you meet your husband?
01:11:12 We need a Mommy Issues IG
01:12:05 One advice to inspire all Besties

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Hot Girls Have IBS w/ Katie Wilson

Hey Besties! Today, Violetta sits down with BelliWelli founder Katie Wilson. Katie shares how her love for chocolate cookies and not being able to eat them during her pregnancy led to the creation of her very first product. When she shared it with her community, she realized there were so many girls with gut issues, even hot girls have gut issues.

Let's listen to Violetta and Katie go through the ups and downs of being a woman entrepreneur with gut issues dealing with growing a business, overcoming a health crisis, and becoming a rapidly growing brand.

What to Listen For:

00:00 Intro
02:38 Did you personally have gut issues?
04:06 Signs that you have gut issues
06:37 Suffering from gut issues throughout pregnancy
09:53 How one chocolate chip cookie changed everything
11:18 Getting funding from angel investors
13:59 First packaging, deck presentation
17:20 Finding more investors
20:55 The greatest piece of advice
22:14 Things happened while preparing for the product launch
28:11 Everyone hated Stevia in the BelliWelli bars
33:17 How did you approach the product?
38:51 Building a company next to bunch of friends
39:48 Hot girls have IBS campaign
42:49 Secret sauce to successful billboards
50:25 Inspiring stories from customers
53:46 Talk about why something isn’t working rather than what’s working
57:40 What is keeping the business successful?
01:00:04 We love feedback!
01:01:47 BelliWelli is at Target

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Dirty Toilets & Harry Styles

Hey Besties! How delulu can one get in the name of true love? How far will you go to be with the man of your dreams? That’s what one brave girl did to get the attention of her man (well, maybe not yet, but nothing’s impossible, right?)

Today, Violetta sits down for another Benson Knows Best. And what better way to start this episode than to interpret a dream about dirty toilets? Yep, there are people out there who dream about toilets, dirty bathrooms, and breaking down when they can’t find a clean one. And if that is not shocking enough, Violetta ends the episode reading a message from a fan who is in search of her one true love - Harry Styles. A woman can do anything to get her man, and we’re cheering for this girl!

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00:00 Intro
01:08 Do you look for things to validate your negative mindset?
04:27 “I keep dreaming about finding a clean bathroom but always end up in dirty toilets.”
16:09 He acted like I’m the obsessive ex to his new girl
33:22 I had a crush on a guy from the street and it turns out he’s Harry Styles

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Kink-U (w/ Black Queer Dom) | Episode 185

We've got company!

This week, we're joined by Black Queer Dom, a Black Queer Kinky educator and leader rooted in sexual wellness, Black feminist theory & gender justice. They founded the Black Queer Dom Society, a community of practice, health & wellbeing for Black Queer, Trans and Non Binary folks.
We chat with Black Queer Dom about their journey into the world of kink and BDSM and how it could be empowering for Black Queer, Trans, and Non Binary folks.

Shoutouts

Shana: Thurst Lounge: DC’s only Black-owned LGBTQ+ lounge is opening soon. Shaun Mykals and Brandon Burke are opening a nightlife venue targeting DC’s Black LGBTQ+ community, as there are currently no Black LGBTQ-owned bars or nightclubs in DC. Thank you Queerency for highlighting them. Follow @thurstlounge on IG

Kris: Pittsburgh Lesbian Correspondents - Founded by Sue Kerr, this LGBTQ blog provides coverage on the social, economic, cultural and political happenings impacting our community. Follow on IG: @pghlesbian

BQD: Dc Cuddle Club and LA Cuddle Club - Where you can practice consent and be ready to get into kink spaces - lead by two Black queer women. Follow on IG: @dccuddleclub and Eventbrite LA Cuddle Club

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