Almost Adulting with Violet Benson

Updated: 19 Jun 2025 • 333 episodes
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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.

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What if I told you the reason you don’t have your summer body… is because of your situationship? This week I’m joined by Sarah Perl, aka The Hot High Priestess, and we’re unpacking why your anxiety, trauma, and bad taste in men are literally showing up on your body. We go deep on:Why your nervous system is hoarding fat

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GET HIM OBSESSED - CANCER

Welcome to our Monthly Zodiac Bonus Episode, dropping the third week of every month! This June, we’re giving you the ultimate guide to getting a Cancer man obsessed with YOU. Get ready to learn: 🔥 What makes him the ultimate romantic—and how to use it to your advantage. 🔥 Foolproof ways to connect with his sensitive

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You’re not single because you’re broken—maybe you’re just asking the wrong questions. In this deeply personal and hilariously honest solo episode, I share 30 questions you need to ask yourself if you’re serious about finding real love—not the situationship, not the trauma-bond, not the 2-week high followed by ghosting.

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Today I’m joined by viral creator MJ Gray to break down everything from the Wizard Liz drama, delusional men who want “traditional women” but can’t even lead… to why the 50/50 dating fantasy is officially dead. We’re talking cheating, bill-paying boyfriends, men who secretly resent powerful women, and why you should th

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One random act of kindness, a stranger on the freeway, and a moment that changed everything. Listen to this to restore your faith in humanity and discover how a split-second decision can reveal the goodness still left in the world Wanna listen to this episode AD FREE?? Go to my ad free subscription at - almostadulting.

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Welcome back to Benson Book Club! Today we’re diving into Chapter 4 of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents by Lindsay Gibson—aka the one that explains why you can’t trust, love, or text back without spiraling. Think your mom’s a narcissist? You might be onto something. Convinced your dad’s emotional unavaila

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