Beyond the Crown: Breaking Beauty Standards and Talking Mental Health

In this episode of Take Care Of Your Body By Ry host Rylin Rossano sits down with Janai, a powerhouse titleholder who is redefining what it means to be a queen. Holding the crowns of Miss Teen Broward County and Miss First Coast Teen and various others, Janai is not only making her mark in pageantry but is also passionate about mental health, body image, and creating positive change, especially from a global scale. Passionate about environmental issues, Janai uses her voice for many different causes and outreaches.Rylin first met Janai at her very first beauty pageant, where she witnessed firsthand the often unspoken mental health challenges woven into the pageant environment. Now, the two come together for an honest and inspiring conversation about the realities behind the glamor: the pressure, the expectations, and the critical importance of mental wellness and body acceptance.At just 18 years old, while pursuing her undergraduate degree, Janai shares her mission to make a global impact by empowering young women to redefine beauty on their own terms and to prioritize mental health in every space they enter.This episode is a powerful reminder that true beauty isn’t measured by a crown—it’s measured by courage, authenticity, and the strength to choose yourself.Tune in for a real, raw, and uplifting conversation that will leave you feeling empowered, seen, and ready to shine from the inside out. 💖