Yaya’s Yap Corner

Growth is often celebrated, but we don’t talk enough about the guilt that can come with it. In this episode, I share some thoughts I’ve been wrestling with lately, changing relationships, evolving priorities, learning to accept the person I’m becoming, and realizing that growth doesn’t have to mean leaving people behind.

This week, I’m joined by my friend Vanessa for a conversation about growing up Mexican American. We share our experiences, reflect on the values and traditions that shaped us, and talk about the unique challenges and perspectives that come with navigating multiple cultures. Along the way, we share stories from our childhoods, lessons we’ve learned, and a few laughs.

In this episode, I share the story behind Yaya’s Run Club—how it started, why I started it, and what it’s grown into over the last year. We talk about community, connection, and some of the lessons I’ve learned along the way. Plus, I share a special announcement at the end of the episode.

This episode is basically what would happen if you put two friends in front of microphones and let them yap while folding towels. Paige and I talk about meeting in college, Girl Gains memories, her career working with trees, people pleasing, integrity, facing uncomfortable things, and a whole lot of random tangents in between.

In this episode, I talk about body image, fitness culture, and how my relationship with fitness has changed. We dive into the pressure to look a certain way, the difference between health and appearance, and what it means to build a relationship with fitness that actually adds to your life instead of controlling it.

Welcome to the first episode of Yaya’s Yap Corner! Today I’m sharing a little bit about me, why I started this podcast, and what you can expect moving forward. Thanks for listening and welcome :)