Janie Sanchez
Hi there, I’m Janie, a design strategist turning complexity into clarity for people, teams, and futures.
Currently designing at Vanguard to help make financial goals feel actionable.
Wondering about the red underline? Ask me about it in computer class.
reach out: hello@janiesanchez.com
03. Bliss Note
Soft + delightfully surreal audio experiences to feel a little bit more okay.
Sleep: pov, you’re a possum + it’s time to hibernate
Bliss Note
The challenge / People don’t always want wellness tools—they want to feel better. Younger audiences increasingly seek emotional support through digital formats that blend entertainment, imagination, and support.
My Role / I created, wrote, and voiced Bliss Note—a surreal, audio-first mindfulness series designed to feel more like soft entertainment than self-help.
Early listener feedback pointed to improved mood, relaxation, and emotional connection.
Industry + Social Trends
As young adults face rising mental health challenges, they’re turning to alternate sources for for care.
@afffirmations
957K followers
Young adults are struggling and seeking new forms of support
Young adults are facing rising rates of anxiety, depression, and loneliness—and turning to digital platforms for relief and connection.
Wellness is blending with entertainment
ounger generations embrace content that normalizes vulnerability, humor, and care, often favoring formats that feel emotionally authentic.
Audio is emerging as a soft-tech solution
From sleep podcasts to ambient roleplays, audio-first experiences offer low-pressure, emotionally resonant ways to feel better.
Opportunity for differentiation
Mindfulness could be reimagined via creative authenticity, cultural fluency, and emotionally relevant humor—delivered via contemporary, imaginative storytelling.
Human elements are especially positioned to foster emotional intimacy and trust—qualities that younger generations deeply value.
Bliss Note experience pillars:
- Perceptive + Human: Scripts grounded in real human presence, cultural nuance, and gentle humor.
- Otherworldly: Soft, dreamy, and gently surreal—like stepping into a parallel sunny universe.
- Contemporary: Audio-first and short-form, designed for today’s lifestyle habits and routines like commuting, queueing, and getting ready.
Soundscape categories
Mindfulness meets creative whimsy through four signature audio genres, each crafted to feel personal, playful, and grounding.
Bestie
Wholesome friendly moments that offer comfort, validation, and soft support.
ASMR
Sensory-rich audio designed to relax, focus, and spark gentle joy.
Sleep
Soothing dreamscapes and stories to ease listeners into rest.
Calm
Imaginative, fun guided meditations for emotional grounding.
In the future,
everyone will
be blissful for
15 minutes
Did you see the hydrangeas?
Little puffs of light purple
Like tiny, quiet, soft fireworks
What’s nature so excited about?
It’s so expressive, this big orchestra
Bees dancing, volcanos erupting
Just for you
Early validation
Early qualitative feedback pointed to improved mood and relaxation, with users often praising the vividness of imagery and wholesome narratives.
Next: Expansion + streamlining processes
Listeners voice a desire for additional platforms (e.g., TikTok), which would expand exposure and audience reach.
The human element makes this a time-intensive series, however. There is an opportunity to optimize processes to ensure sustainable growth and scalability.
Janie Sanchez
About
03. Bliss Note
Soft + delightfully surreal audio experiences to feel a little bit more okay.
Sleep: pov, you’re a possum + it’s time to hibernate
Bliss Note
The challenge / People don’t always want wellness tools—they want to feel better. Younger audiences increasingly seek emotional support through digital formats that blend entertainment, imagination, and support.
My Role / I created, wrote, and voiced Bliss Note—a surreal, audio-first mindfulness series designed to feel more like soft entertainment than self-help.
Early listener feedback pointed to improved mood, relaxation, and emotional connection.
Industry + Social Trends
As young adults face rising mental health challenges, they’re turning to alternate sources for for care.
@afffirmations
957K followers
Young adults are struggling and seeking new forms of support
Young adults are facing rising rates of anxiety, depression, and loneliness—and turning to digital platforms for relief and connection.
Opportunity for differentiation
Mindfulness could be reimagined via creative authenticity, cultural fluency, and emotionally relevant humor—delivered via contemporary, imaginative storytelling.
Human elements are especially positioned to foster emotional intimacy and trust—qualities that younger generations deeply value.
Bliss Note experience pillars:
- Perceptive + Human: Scripts grounded in real human presence, cultural nuance, and gentle humor.
- Otherworldly: Soft, dreamy, and gently surreal—like stepping into a parallel sunny universe.
- Contemporary: Audio-first and short-form, designed for today’s lifestyle habits and routines like commuting, queueing, and getting ready.
Soundscape categories
Mindfulness meets creative whimsy through four signature audio genres, each crafted to feel personal, playful, and grounding.
In the future, everyone will
be blissful for 15 minutes
What’s nature so excited about?
It’s so expressive, this big orchestra
Bees dancing, volcanos erupting
Just for you
Early validation
Early qualitative feedback pointed to improved mood and relaxation, with users often praising the vividness of imagery and wholesome narratives.
Next: Expansion + streamlining processes
Listeners voice a desire for additional platforms, which would expand exposure and audience reach.
The human element makes this a time-intensive series—There is an opportunity to optimize processes to ensure sustainable growth and scalebility.
Janie Sanchez
About
Hi there, I’m Janie, a design strategist turning complexity into clarity for people, teams, and futures.
Currently designing at Vanguard to help make financial goals feel actionable.
Wondering about the red underline? Ask me about it in computer class.
reach out: hello@janiesanchez.com
Hi there, I’m Janie, a design strategist turning complexity into clarity for people, teams, and futures.
Currently designing at Vanguard to help make financial goals feel actionable.
Wondering about the red underline? Ask me about it in computer class.
reach out: hello@janiesanchez.com
03. Bliss Note
Soft + delightfully surreal audio experiences to feel a little bit more okay.
Sleep: pov, you’re a possum + it’s time to hibernate
Bliss Note
The challenge / People don’t always want wellness tools—they want to feel better. Younger audiences increasingly seek emotional support through digital formats that blend entertainment, imagination, and support.
My Role / I created, wrote, and voiced Bliss Note—a surreal, audio-first mindfulness series designed to feel more like soft entertainment than self-help.
Early listener feedback pointed to improved mood, relaxation, and emotional connection.
Industry + Social Trends
As young adults face rising mental health challenges, they’re turning to alternate sources for for care.
@afffirmations
957K followers
Young adults are struggling and seeking new forms of support
Young adults are facing rising rates of anxiety, depression, and loneliness—and turning to digital platforms for relief and connection.
Wellness is blending with entertainment
Younger generations embrace content that normalizes vulnerability, humor, and care, often favoring formats that feel emotionally authentic.
Audio is emerging as a soft-tech solution
From sleep podcasts to ambient roleplays, audio-first experiences offer low-pressure, emotionally resonant ways to feel better.
Opportunity for differentiation
Mindfulness could be reimagined via creative authenticity, cultural fluency, and emotionally relevant humor—delivered via contemporary, imaginative storytelling.
Human elements are especially positioned to foster emotional intimacy and trust—qualities that younger generations deeply value.
Bliss Note experience pillars:
- Perceptive + Human: Scripts grounded in real human presence, cultural nuance, and gentle humor.
- Otherworldly: Soft, dreamy, and gently surreal—like stepping into a parallel sunny universe.
- Contemporary: Audio-first and short-form, designed for today’s lifestyle habits and routines like commuting, queueing, and getting ready.
Soundscape categories
Mindfulness meets creative whimsy through four signature audio genres, each crafted to feel personal, playful, and grounding.
Bestie
Wholesome friendly moments that offer comfort, validation, and soft support.
ASMR
Sensory-rich audio designed to relax, focus, and spark gentle joy.
Sleep
Soothing dreamscapes and stories to ease listeners into rest.
Calm
Imaginative, fun guided meditations for emotional grounding.
In the future, everyone will be blissful for 15 minutes
Did you see the hydrangeas?
Little puffs of light purple
Like tiny, quiet, soft fireworks
What’s nature so excited about?
It’s so expressive, this big orchestra
Bees dancing, volcanos erupting
Just for you
Early validation
Early qualitative feedback pointed to improved mood and relaxation, with users often praising the vividness of imagery and wholesome narratives.
Next: Expansion + streamlining processes
Listeners voice a desire for additional platforms (e.g., TikTok), which would expand exposure and audience reach.
The human element makes this a time-intensive series, however. There is an opportunity to optimize processes to ensure sustainable growth and scalability.