Almost Adulting with Violet Benson
Immerse yourself in the BIGGEST self-love podcast and movement - your ultimate go-to for personal growth with a side of sass. We cover it all, from dating bootcamps to mental health moments, because self-love is the foundation of everything in your life – from your friendships to your own mental well-being and everything in between. I’m your host, Violet Benson, aka the Daddy Issues meme queen, comedian, and motivational speaker. But most importantly, I'm YOUR Russian big sister, dishing out that tough love you might not want to hear, but best believe you're gonna need! Get ready to feel empowered, liberated, and seen like never before! Change your life and subscribe to Almost Adulting! Your healing journey starts NOW. New episode drops every Thursday.
Episodes
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...
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-t...
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!
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 thi...
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 bank...
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 guarant...
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...
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 vibr...
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!!!
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - 13:12 - Catch up with Viol...
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 Viol...
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 h...
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!
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TIMESTAMPS:
SEGMENT 1 - Let’s catch up! - 0:00 - 12:04
I discuss why stretching isn't for me, my childhood dream job...
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 h...
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. Ple...
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 ...
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....
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?...
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 waiti...
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...
In this episode, Violetta gives you the "dummy'' guide to emotional intelligence by sharing some insight from Brianna Wiest's 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think. Get ready for some tough love and practical wisdom to boost your emotional intelligence.
What You'll Learn:
- Embrace Pain: Why avoiding pain is holding you back and how to let it flow through and pass.
- Pain’s Role in Happiness: Discover wh...
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