Mother-Son Q&A: Life, Music, and Becoming Your Best Self

In this heartwarming episode of The Rising, Janel sits down with her 14-year-old son, Alex Gonzalez, for a rare and candid mother-son conversation. From dreams of becoming a rock star to the wisdom learned from life’s challenges, Alex opens up about music, confidence, friendship, and what it truly means to “rise” in everyday life.🎙 In this episode:Alex’s inspiring “comeback” story and outlook on overcoming obstaclesThe truth about teenagers and common misconceptionsLife lessons learned through drumming and disciplineHandling judgment, building confidence, and expressing yourself on stageA heartfelt message to his future self and reflections on lossFun moments: dream concert lineups, cologne shopping, and future adventures🤳 Follow Janel on Instagram @the.rising.co👉 Don’t forget to rate, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear this. Whether you’re a parent, teen, or simply love authentic, meaningful conversations, this episode will leave you inspired and smiling.Click here to follow Janel on Instagram.Click here to WATCH this episode.