In this highlight episode, @janinavela opens up about why she took a hiatus from content creation, the heavy things she was dealing with in private, and how growing up online taught her the value of privacy, authenticity, and healing. She shares what it was like to stop pretending she was okay, rebuild her identity beyond being a creator, and find peace in her “secret place” with God.
Janina also talks about becoming more vocal in politics as a pastor’s kid, the backlash that came with speaking up, and why she believes faith and justice can exist together. This conversation is about mental health, conviction, courage, prayer, and learning how to stay grounded when life feels noisy, painful, and uncertain.
We discuss:
• Why Janina Vela took a hiatus from content creation
• The pressure of living a public life at a young age
• What it means to be a “political pastor’s kid”
• Why Christians should not be afraid to speak up
• How Janina prepares herself for criticism and backlash
• Janina’s “secret place” and relationship with God
If you’ve ever struggled with identity, burnout, loneliness, criticism, or trying to stay authentic in a world full of noise.. this episode is for you.
Credit: @janinavela x @smalltalkpodcasts
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