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Unfiltered with Roxy

Unfiltered with Roxy

By: Roxana Feenster
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Welcome to the Unfiltered with Roxy podcast, where we embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment together. I'm Roxana Feenster, your host, and I'm thrilled to welcome you into this safe space filled with warmth, wisdom, and genuine connection.

Unfiltered with Roxy is more than just a podcast; it's a sanctuary where mindfulness meets practicality, offering real advice and solutions to help you truly rock your life. Each episode is curated with love and intention, aiming to nourish your soul and inspire positive change.

Join me as we dive deep into meaningful conversations with inspirational guests, sharing their stories, insights, and the wisdom they've gathered along their own paths. Together, we'll explore wellness and mindfulness gems that serve as fuel for our journey towards living our best lives.

Whether you're seeking clarity, motivation, or simply a moment of peace, Roxy Unfiltered is here to support you every step of the way. Let's embark on this transformative journey together, no filters!

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Episodes
  • Winter Blues vs Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): How to Feel Better During Winter

    Winter Blues vs Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): How to Feel Better During Winter
    Jan 29 2026
    Winter Blues vs Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): How to Feel Better During WinterIn this episode of Unfiltered with Roxy, I talk honestly about winter blues, the difference between Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and how our beliefs about winter can either work against us or support our healing.This conversation is for anyone who’s been feeling slower, less motivated, or out of rhythm after the holidays. We explore why the winter blues often hit in January, how reduced sunlight and routine shifts affect mood, and why learning to work with the season , instead of fighting it, can make all the difference.I share personal reflections, health-based insights, and practical wellness tools including soft mornings, sunlight exposure, walking in cold weather, hydration, food choices, music, joyful movement, and reclaiming sacred space. This isn’t a “push through it” episode, it’s an invitation to come back to yourself with compassion, intention, and seasonal wisdom.✨ Key TakeawaysWinter blues are common—low energy, wanting to stay home more, sleeping a little extra, feeling “meh”—but you can still function and enjoy life.SAD is more intense—loss of interest in things you normally enjoy, global withdrawal, and bigger shifts in sleep, appetite, and energy that last at least a couple weeks.Your winter mindset matters: shifting from dread to “what can I enjoy and learn in this season?” helps reduce shame and resistance.Soft mornings are valid: winter may require a gentler routine so your body and mind can reset without feeling punished.Sunlight is like a nutrient: even 15 minutes outside supports vitamin D, mood, and circadian rhythm (especially important if you work indoors).Consistency beats intensity: walking and gentle movement support mood and energy, and cold-weather walks can feel harder because your body is working to stay warm.Joy is a wellness tool: music, dancing, Zumba/BodyJam, and playlists can lift your mood and reconnect you to your body.Winter nourishment helps your mood: hydration, fiber, protein, and seasonal foods like soups and roasted veggies support energy and emotional balance.Create a sacred space: even a corner or closet can become your prayer/journaling/meditation space—separate from work and distractions.Winter is a rooting season: connection, reflection, and renewal count as progress.Quote of the Episode“Winter doesn’t ask us to bloom, it asks us to root.”📚 Resources & Research MentionedWinter Blues vs. SAD (UC Davis Health)https://health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultivating-health/seasonal-affective-disorder-winter-blues-and-self-care-tips-to-get-ahead-of-symptoms/2023/1110 Cool Ways to Beat the Winter Blues – Crisis & Trauma Resource Institutehttps://ctrinstitute.com/blog/10-cool-ways-beat-winter-blues/Walking to Combat SAD: The Power of Outdoor Movement (incl. cold-weather walking benefits)https://www.wewardapp.com/blog/walking-to-combat-sad-the-power-of-outdoor-movementWhy Morning Sunlight Matters (Asleep At Last)https://www.asleepatlast.com/blog/dont-wear-sunglasses-in-the-morning988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.)Call or text 988✨ Join Me on the Road to 1,000 Subscribers on YouTube! ✨I’m building a community of healing, growth, and unfiltered conversations. By subscribing, you’re not just helping me reach a milestone , you’re helping spread the message that real change starts with inner change.👉 Subscribe to my YouTube and be part of the journey!🌐 Connect with Me✍🏽 Substack – Unfiltered with Roxyhttps://substack.com/@unfilteredwithroxy📸 Instagram – @unfilteredwithroxyhttps://www.instagram.com/unfilteredwithroxy🎙️ Podcast – Unfiltered with Roxy on Spotifyhttps://bit.ly/unfilteredwithroxypodcasthttps://bit.ly/notvanillaspot💌 Final Note 💛Remember: Look at yourself with rose-colored glasses, because you’re doing the best you can. 🌹
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    39 mins
  • My First Vlogmas — What Creating Every Day Taught Me!

    My First Vlogmas — What Creating Every Day Taught Me!
    Dec 28 2025
    My First Vlogmas — What Creating Every Day Taught Me!In this episode, I share an honest and reflective wrap-up of my Vlogmas experience and what creating consistently taught me — not just about content, but about creativity, preparation, authenticity, systems, and connection. This season wasn’t about perfection or going viral. It became a real-time lesson in self-awareness, growth, and what it actually takes to show up as a creator in a way that feels aligned and sustainable.I talk through what worked, what didn’t, what I scrapped along the way, and the big question many creators ask: Did Vlogmas actually help my channel grow? More importantly, I reflect on how the process helped me grow — creatively, personally, and spiritually.If you’re a creator, a thinker, or someone sitting on ideas you haven’t fully developed yet, this episode is an invitation to slow down, make space, and trust your process.Key Takeaways• Expectation vs. reality in content creation• Why ideas don’t exist in a vacuum and need systems to land• The “unsexy” side of creating: charging devices, storage, sound, lighting, and setup• How tech readiness can either support or block inspiration• The importance of clearing digital and physical space for creativity• Capturing ideas quickly before they disappear• The difference between capturing ideas and developing them fully• Using journaling, Notes app voice capture, ChatGPT journaling, and Monkey Pages• Letting go of overly polished or misaligned ideas• Choosing authenticity over performance or trend-chasing• The role of family support, accountability, and encouragement• Why connection — not virality — was the real win• How Vlogmas helped the channel grow through clarity, confidence, and skill-buildingQuote of the Episode“Vlogmas didn’t make me perfect — it made me clearer.”Resources & Practices Mentioned• Notes app (written + voice capture for ideas)• Journaling & Monkey Pages• ChatGPT journaling for idea development• Walking as intentional thinking time• Decluttering physical and digital spaces• External storage planning for content organizationCreators & Resources That Supported My Vlogmas Process• AmyTV – Time management & creator systemshttps://www.youtube.com/@AmyTV• Katie – Content creation do’s, don’ts, and whyhttps://www.youtube.com/@katie• This Is Virginia Kerr – Consistency, practice, and refining contenthttps://www.youtube.com/@ThisIsVirginiaKerr• Diaka Melendez – Being yourself and keeping content easyhttps://www.youtube.com/@DiakaMelendez• Career Coach Mandy – Encouragement, confidence, and ease of postinghttps://www.youtube.com/@careercoachmandy✨ Join Me on the Road to 1,000 Subscribers on YouTube! ✨I’m building a community of healing, growth, and unfiltered conversations. By subscribing, you’re not just helping me reach a milestone — you’re helping spread the message that real change starts with inner change.🎁 Monthly Giveaways – All subscribers are automatically entered into my self-care giveaways as a thank-you for being part of this community (winners announced in the YouTube Community tab).Winners will be asked to respond to confirm their win. Once confirmed, I’ll send a Google Form to collect mailing information. To claim your gift, the form must be completed within 72 hours. Unclaimed gifts will roll over into a future giveaway.🌟 Major Giveaway – When we hit 1,000 subscribers, one lucky subscriber will win their choice of a 1:1 self-care coaching session or a self-care basket.👉 Subscribe to my YouTube and be part of the journey!Connect with Me✍🏽 Substack – Unfiltered with Roxy🎙️ Podcast – Unfiltered with Roxy on SpotifyThank you for taking the time to reflect with me today. If this message resonated, share it with someone who might need the reminder too. I’d love to hear from you.Final NoteRemember: look at yourself with rose-colored glasses, because you’re doing the best you can. 🌹
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    28 mins
  • Holiday Harmony: Protecting Your Peace, Energy & Boundaries This Season

    Holiday Harmony: Protecting Your Peace, Energy & Boundaries This Season
    Dec 17 2025

    Holiday Harmony: Protecting Your Peace, Energy & Boundaries This Season

    Unfiltered with Roxy | YouTube Live Replay

    In this Live, I’m sharing a real, unfiltered conversation about walking into the holiday season with intention instead of pressure. I talk about giving ourselves grace and mercy, navigating grief, setting boundaries, and choosing peace — even when life feels heavy.

    I also share why I decided not to go all out with decorating this year, how I’m approaching wellness gently (daily movement, not perfection), and why the end of the year doesn’t have to be a sprint. Some things I finished strong, and some things I’m slow-walking — and that’s okay.

    Episode Summary

    This episode is a reminder that you don’t have to perform to deserve joy, and that choosing peace is something we can practice every day.


    Key Takeaways

    • You don’t have to go all out this holiday season

    • Grace and mercy apply to you, too

    • The end of the year doesn’t have to be a sprint

    • Small, consistent wellness habits matter

    • Boundaries protect your peace

    • Joy doesn’t require perfection

      Resources & Mentions

    • Not Vanilla Podcast — Holiday Joyful or Holiday Blues

    • Peloton App (daily 15-minute movement)

    • Gym holiday check-in challenges

    Reflection PromptWhat ONE word do you want to guide how you show up this holiday season?


    ✨ Join Me on the Road to 1,000 Subscribers on YouTube ✨

    I’m building a community of healing, growth, and unfiltered conversations. By subscribing, you’re not just helping me reach a milestone — you’re helping spread the message that real change starts with inner change.


    🎁 Monthly Giveaways
    All subscribers are automatically entered into my self-care giveaways as a thank-you for being part of this community (winners announced in the YouTube Community tab).


    Winners will be asked to respond to confirm their win. Once confirmed, I’ll send a Google Form to collect mailing information. To claim your gift, the form must be completed within 72 hours. Unclaimed gifts will roll over into a future giveaway.


    🌟 Major Giveaway
    When we hit 1,000 subscribers, one lucky subscriber will win their choice of a 1:1 self-care coaching session or a self-care basket.


    👉 Subscribe to my YouTube and be part of the journey!

    https://www.youtube.com/@UnfilteredWithRoxy

    Connect with Me:

    Instagram: @unfilteredwithroxy ⁠https://www.instagram.com/unfilteredwithroxy/⁠

    YouTube: Unfiltered with Roxy ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@UnfilteredWithRoxy⁠

    Substack: Unfiltered with Roxy

    ⁠Unfiltered with Roxy open.substack.com/pub/roxanafeenster


    💌 Final Note

    Thank you for being here and making space for yourself today.
    If this episode resonated, share it with someone who needs permission to slow down.


    Remember: look at yourself with rose-colored glasses, because you’re doing the best you can. 🌹
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    35 mins
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