ABOUT THIS EPISODE
When did making friends as an adult get so complicated?
In this episode of Everything’s Messy Podcast, I sit down with Janessa Vicenty founder of "Girls on the Go" for a conversation about something we don’t always put in the wellness category: community, connection, and simply having somewhere you feel like you belong.
Janessa shares how her passion for bringing people together grew into Girls on the Go, creating events where women can show up, try something new, meet people, and actually connect—without feeling like they have to fit a certain age, background, or personality to belong.
And what started as an idea has grown into something much bigger.
We talk about how socializing is changing, especially among younger generations who may be choosing wellness events, experiences, movement, and meaningful connection over the traditional bar scene. We also get into why creating different kinds of events matters. Not everyone wants to hike. Not everyone wants yoga. Not everyone wants a fancy dinner. Building real community means creating enough variety that people can find the spaces that feel like them.
Janessa also shares the evolution into Man on the Move and co-ed experiences designed to bring even more people together.
But underneath all of it is a bigger conversation:
We need people.
Sometimes healing isn't another supplement, morning routine, or wellness hack. Sometimes it's getting out of the house, doing something that makes you a little uncomfortable, talking to someone you wouldn't normally meet, and realizing you aren't as alone as you thought.
We talk about stepping outside your comfort zone, creating inclusive spaces, friendships that have grown from these events, and what happens when an idea meant to connect a few people turns into a real community.
Because wellness can be messy.
Friendship can definitely be messy.
And sometimes finding your people starts with being brave enough to walk into the room.
Keep it Messy. 🦋
Connect with Janessa:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlsonthegosd/
Email: girlsonthegosd@gmail.com
