Amiga, Handle Your Shit

How connected are you with what your body tells you?  Your mindset can take you to the next level or stop you from achieving your goals. That is why understanding why we do things is key to changing anything in our lives. The first step to modifying your mindset is to pay attention to your body and interpret its messages correctly. We must (re)learn to listen and decipher the body's clear mes...

Do you want to reach financial freedom and start investing but don’t know where to start? You are not alone. Whereas we are bombarded daily by financial information that makes investments seem straightforward, it can be challenging to figure out where to start. Most people think the only way to invest is by owning stock, but this is a very limited misconception. There are a variety of different in...

When was the last time you took a moment to remove your shoes, breathe, and take care of yourself?  Taking care of ourselves is somehow associated with being selfish and neglecting others' needs. The negative talk and criticism around self-care are so loud that we put our needs and desires last; we give until we are depleted, and we end up exhausted, unhappy, and with growing resentment.&nbsp...

The world has changed drastically in the past three decades. Technology has taken over our lives. In-person conversations have been substituted with texts and zoom calls. People's lives have become so hectic and fast-paced that finding time for loved ones requires top calendar management skills. The idea that spending time with other people requires too much time and money it's so widespread that...

Have you ever thought the reason behind your success is just luck? Not fitting into what society understands as being smart can make people doubt their intelligence, capacity to succeed in life, and even the merits of their accomplishments.  In today's episode, I'm excited to welcome Patty Arvielo to the show. Patty is a Forbes 50 over 50 award-winning entrepreneur, co-founder, and president...

Whereas astrology has become a popular practice for many people worldwide, especially in recent years, there is still a lot of skepticism around it. Many skeptics tend to correlate the word astrology with horoscope, its most publicized practice, but this is only a tiny part of it. Numerous astrological methods, like natal charts, are complicated and embedded with years of traditions. Humans have b...

How has your background as a Latina inspired your dreams today? Our cultural history is something that should be celebrated and there are so many ways we can share it with the world. There are some  incredible amigas that we can all look up to who have intertwined their passions, their background as a Latina, and their creativity to the projects that they share with the world.  In this e...

When it comes to writing, whether it is journaling or writing a book, or a screenplay, the most important thing is that it needs to come from within yourself without any restrictions or mental filters. How often did you hear something like, you should journal about your problems? This is standard advice when it comes to journaling. The idea that you have to write specific topics for your writing t...

Are you interested in going into the entertainment industry? Growing up as a minority in America, it’s not common to see someone that represents you and your living experience on TV shows and in movies. However, it is in our hands to advocate for representation and support those that are fighting for us in the industry.  In this episode, I am excited to be joined by Fanny Grande, an amazing V...

On February 24th, 2022, the entire world braced itself, watching Russian forces break into Ukraine’s borders in what is considered the most extensive military invasion in Europe since World War II. Now, more than six months later and after the death of thousands of innocent people, the outlook of the war lies uncertain in front of us. Despite failing its initial plan, Russia doesn’t seem to back d...

Have you ever met someone and immediately knew they were a forever friend? There’s a saying that goes “People come into your life for a reason, a season or a lifetime.” The people that are meant to be in our life will show up, support us, and stick by our side through the triumphant and challenging seasons of life.  In this episode, I am excited to be joined by my soul sister, Michelle Sorro....

There are a lot of misconceptions behind Cannabinoids. Most people associate them only with recreational use, putting them on the same level as other more dangerous and addictive drugs. Whereas some consumers use cannabinoids just for fun, this is far beyond the spectrum of their use and benefits. Recent scientific studies indicated that Cannabinoids are highly beneficial for our health. Not only...

How are you celebrating National Hispanic Month?  I am so proud of my culture and I couldn’t be more grateful for the amazing Hispanic women that I have met through this podcast. They are each trailblazers in their own way and I hope you are inspired by their stories.  In this episode, I am excited to share with you three interviews from previous episodes that provide evergreen wisdom, h...

As many of you may know, September is National Hispanic Heritage month as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the American Latino community. Many of those who came to this country had one clear endgame: to accomplish the American Dream. To celebrate all the Latinos' accomplishments in the United States, I decided to bring back an e...

What brands represent who you are? As amigas, it’s important to surround ourselves in all aspects of life with people, jobs, and even the products we consume that support our culture.  In this episode, I am excited to be joined by Karla Butvidas and Pili Montilla to talk about their brand, Karla & Co. Karla was inspired to create Karla & Co in 2017 as a way to help Latinas express the...

Have you ever thought of contacting an astrologer to have a reading but were you too skeptical about moving forward with it? When it comes to practices like astrology or tarot reading, there is still a lot of reluctance and suspicion about them, especially among people with a religious background. Growing up in a catholic Latino family, I was taught these practices shouldn’t be trusted. When I was...

What are your BIG dreams? No, I’m not talking about a ‘reasonable’ or ‘manageable’ dream…I’m talking about the dreams that are intimidating and exhilarating to think about. Whatever those dreams may be, I hope that you look to inspiring amigas in the world to help you face your fears and work to make those dreams come true.  In this episode, I have compiled some of my favorite moments from so...

Growing up in the western world, we’ve been mainly exposed to traditional forms of medicine and therapy. For this reason, when we hear words like “hypnotherapy” or “tapping, we can be a bit skeptical about their effectiveness. The truth is that these holistic healing techniques have been practiced for hundreds of years worldwide and have healed countless people, including members of my family. Whe...

How are you using your expertise and knowledge for the greater good? Whatever your career may be, there are so many people out there who would benefit to learn from your expertise. Online communities through social media are an extremely powerful tool that we can all tap into to share what we are passionate about and meet people who could potentially become mentors or clients.  In this episod...

Trauma doesn’t necessarily need to be something that happens to us in our lifetime; it can also be something that has been passed down to us through generations of our family. When this happens, you feel inside yourslef a burden that it’s challenging to deal with since it’s not really yours, and usually, it takes deep internal work to face it and heal it. One example of this type of generational t...

Did you ever stop doing something because you got a resounding NO for an answer?  Dealing with rejection is tough, regardless of whether it happens in the personal or professional sphere. It is uncomfortable to put ourselves out there, asking for things, expose a need fed by our dreams, and get a door closed in our faces. Still, the decision to turn a negative answer into a definitive respons...

Did you know you could fly around the world using credit card miles and points almost for free? This is not a joke but a reality that thousands of people take advantage of every year. When I first heard about this, I knew right away I wanted to learn more about how to save money while at the same time traveling to my dream destinations. The first step is to choose the best credit card that will al...

How are you making a positive impact on the next generation of amigas? While we can’t go back and change our own childhood and experience as a young Latina, we can invest our time and service into helping the amigas who are currently going through the same struggles we once did.   In this episode, I am joined by Patty Godoy-Travieso, the Director of Quality and Patient Safety at Men's Ce...

As human beings, we live our lives mostly alone and with our immediate family around us. This can be good for most of us, but it’s undeniable that sometimes there is the need for something bigger, like a community that can support us in moments of need. We are never alone, there is always a community out ready to help us if we look around us. As the world is becoming bigger and bigger, relying on...

What TV shows or movies have  helped you feel less alone throughout your life experiences? As amigas, and especially immigrants, it’s so important to see characters just like us in the mainstream media and on the big screen. Through these characters, the events and experiences we go through in our life, both inspiring and challenging, are validated.  In this episode, I am joined by my fr...