Extreme Rebrand - a MAMI on a Mission Podcast

Feeling stuck and unsure about your next steps? Join me, Mariana, on the MAMI on a Mission podcast, where I share my personal journey of wrestling with God's direction for my life and business. Listen as we explore how to reignite your passion and overcome external expectations, inspired by recent sermons on pursuing excellence. I'll share insights about the transformative power of faith...

How do you balance family life while pursuing your educational dreams? Join me, Mariana, on this episode of MAMI on a Mission as I share my personal journey of preparing to attend Vision Galveston's Entrepreneurship Academy. From juggling family responsibilities to overcoming the nerves of returning to a classroom setting, I recount how setting goals and pushing past comfort zones can lead to...

Ever found yourself struggling with the fast-paced transition from summer to the school season? Join me on this transformative journey where I share personal experiences from my early career as a career coach, illustrating how daunting setbacks and unexpected changes can become opportunities for growth. Whether you're balancing multiple roles or facing new challenges, this episode provides va...

Ever wondered how you can break free from the shackles of doubt and fear to achieve your dreams? Join me, Mariana, as I share my personal journey of overcoming these paralyzing emotions, from the challenges in my career to the courage it took to leave an abusive marriage. In this episode of the MAMI on a Mission podcast, you'll gain practical strategies to push past fear and doubt, and hear i...

In this empowering episode of MAMI on a Mission Podcast, your host Mariana takes you on a heartfelt journey of self-discovery and resilience. Join Mariana as she shares her personal experiences with failure, including the emotional toll of two painful divorces and the journey to rebuild her life. She candidly discusses how these challenges initially shattered her confidence but ultimately became t...

Ever felt like you're on the brink of giving up on your dreams? Mariana shares a deeply personal journey of navigating the "quitting season," a critical phase where frustration and doubt can overshadow our ambitions. Celebrating the two-year anniversary of MAMI on a Mission LLC, she opens up about feeling stuck despite early successes in networking and foundational work. Discover he...

What if you could turn your toughest challenges into stepping stones for personal and professional growth? Join me, Mariana, on this empowering episode of the "MAMI on a Mission" podcast, where we channel our inner fire and embrace the "Ponte las Pilas" mentality—Spanish for "put on your batteries." I share my journey through personal and family struggles, and the tra...

Have you ever stood at life's crossroads, weighed down by your past, yet yearning for a rebirth? Soodabeh Mokry's journey from the unrest in Iran to the shores of America is a testament to the resilience embedded in the human spirit. Our latest episode of MAMI on a Mission podcast features this nurse and hypnotherapist as she shares her riveting story of survival, growth, and transformat...

Embark on a rejuvenating adventure with Alma, a beacon of strength from New Mexico, as she shares how a serene escape to Mendocino County's redwood forests and the simple joy of searching for banana slugs brought unexpected delight into her life. Through our engaging conversation, Alma's infectious enthusiasm for rediscovering life's pleasures, self-care, and the serenity of nature...

Discover the power of perseverance and reinvention with Karin Christoff, as she shares her extraordinary transition from adapting to a new life in the United States to serving in the US Army. Karin's story is a beacon of hope, illustrating how embracing a new language and culture can lead to unexpected opportunities and personal growth. From the initial trials of working alongside her mother...

When LJ, CEO of LJ Global Communications, dropped by our podcast this month, the conversation lit up with stories of resilience, empowerment, and the transformative potential of children's literature. April, recognized globally as Autism Awareness Month, served as the perfect backdrop for this exchange, echoing the sentiments of inclusivity and education. Our chat traversed the birth of the B...

As the sun sets on another Autism Awareness Month, I'm joined by two remarkable women, Veronica and Jennifer, whose stories of parenting autistic children bring both shadows and light into our studio. Their tales navigate more than just the labyrinth of the education system. They delve into personal struggles and the triumphs of raising children on the spectrum. Veronica, with her dual expert...

When Wendy Ramirez, the CEO of Lovingly Bold, first peddled gel pens as a spirited young entrepreneur, little did she know it would be the spark for a future ablaze with boldness and vision. Now, she's sitting down with me, Mariana, on the MAMI on a Mission podcast to share her vibrant story of growth, cultural pride, and forging an entrepreneurial path that has impacted businesses globally....

Have you ever found yourself inexplicably hindered on the road to your dreams, almost as if you were the one putting up the roadblocks? I'm Mariana, your guide through the murky waters of self-sabotage, and in today's soul-stirring episode, we venture deep into the heart of why we often become our own worst enemies. I'm laying bare my battles with financial self-sabotage, offering a...

Have you ever unwrapped a compliment only to find a critique hidden inside? My own birthday celebration brought this bittersweet reality to the forefront, leaving a lingering taste of self-doubt and reflection. Throughout the episode, I bear my soul, sharing a deeply personal journey from the sting of backhanded praise to the transformative power of genuine affirmation. As we traverse the cultural...

Have you ever wondered how the scars of trauma can be transformed into a beacon of light for others? Janine Hernandez, best-selling author and founder of the Book Publishing Academy, takes us through her riveting journey from the darkness of narcissistic abuse to the brilliance of empowering others through storytelling. In our intimate conversation, Janine shares the raw and transformative process...

As the candles on my birthday cake flicker with promise, it's a stark reminder of the light we all have within us to illuminate our true worth. In this week's episode, amidst the festivity, we crack open the dialogue on self-advocacy and negotiating for rightful compensation in the workplace. With a special focus on empowering my fellow mujeres, and indeed all women, we tackle the societ...

Have you ever found yourself entangled in the silent battles of rivalry and gossip? I'm Mariana, and I've waded through these murky waters, both in the office and my personal life. It's time to address the elephant in the room: why do women compete viciously instead of lifting each other up? With raw honesty, I share stories from the front lines of female competition, dissecting the...

Embark with me, Mariana, as we navigate the intricate tapestry of cultural expectations surrounding Latina women, a journey both personal and universal. We dissect the complex legacy of Marianismo, a framework sculpted by the reverence of the Virgin Mary, and its enduring influence on the lives of women in Mexican Catholic culture. The contrast between this and its male counterpart, Machismo, reve...

Feeling overwhelmed by the weight of depression is an experience I, Mariana, know all too intimately. As the host of MAMI on a Mission Podcast, I'm laying bare my struggles with this often-misunderstood condition, aiming to shatter the stigmas that loom large, particularly in our Latino community. This heartfelt conversation is an invitation for you to sit with me in the discomfort, to recogn...

Have you ever stood at the crossroads of change, feeling both exhilarated and daunted by the unknown? My own journey through heartache and healing taught me that life's evolutions are not to be feared but embraced as the very essence of growth. As I share my personal narrative of overcoming a divorce and an abusive relationship in my twenties, this episode illuminates why welcoming change is...

Ever wondered how a simple vision board could unlock your wildest dreams and aspirations? This episode is a celebration of triumphs and a blueprint for the future, as I, your host, take you through the transformative journey of creating vision boards that have propelled my personal goals into reality. Joined by my daughter and friends, we've crafted these boards of intentionality, and I'...

In this episode, join me as I sit down with Janell Borrero, the courageous author behind "Loving a Bipolar Bear." We delve deep into the powerful narrative she shares in her memoir, exploring the often unspoken challenges of loving someone grappling with mental illness. Janell's journey, marked by heartbreak and healing, offers a poignant look at the complexities of relationships af...

Welcome aboard to another riveting journey on the MAMI on a Mission podcast. As the New Year approaches, that familiar pull of resolutions and aspirations begins to tug at the heart, doesn't it? As your guide and companion on this journey, I share with you, from my own experience, the magical power of vision boards and goal setting. My vision board has been my compass, guiding me through my l...

Ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle of entitlement or playing the victim? It's easy to fall into these patterns, but they can also prevent us from achieving our goals and living a fulfilled life. Join us in a candid conversation as we unpack the power dynamics of these mindsets, sharing personal stories and insights from our journey. We'll help you recognize these patterns and gi...