Growing with Sol

This is the friendship reality check every woman needs to hear. The moment when you stop taking friendship changes personally and start understanding the beautiful evolution that happens when life shifts. In this conversation, Mitzy Diaz and I break down the truth about how motherhood transforms friendships – and why that's not always a bad thing. We're covering all the good stuff: Why becoming a...

This is the book that will shatter everything you thought you knew about love. The moment when a 160-page book from 1999 becomes your roadmap for understanding why dating feels impossible and society feels broken in 2025. In this soul-stirring episode, I break down bell hooks' prophetic "All About Love" and show you how her warnings became our reality. We're covering all the good stuff: Why hooks...

This is the long-distance friendship survival guide you desperately needed. The moment when you stop letting miles dictate the depth of your connections and start building bonds that transcend geography. In this heartfelt episode, I share the exact strategies that have kept my closest friendships alive across oceans, time zones, and life changes. We're covering all the good stuff: Why long-distanc...

This is the friendship roadmap you've been desperately searching for. The moment when you stop scrolling through social media feeling lonely and start building the community you deserve. In this soul-shifting episode, I break down the harsh truth about adult friendship and give you the exact blueprint to create meaningful connections that actually last. Let's break down: Why American individualism...

This is the character development deep dive you didn't know you needed. The moment when fictional growth becomes your personal roadmap. In this episode of the Growing with Sol podcast, Priscilla and I deliver a breakdown of Queen of Shadows Part 2, where the men's journeys mirror your own struggles with change, trauma, and stepping into your power. We dive deep into: Why Chaol's stubborn resistanc...

In this episode of the Growing with Sol podcast, I dive deep into one of the most pressing issues of our time: the loneliness epidemic and how to create meaningful community in 2025. If you've been feeling disconnected, struggling to make friends, or finding dating impossibly difficult, this episode speaks directly to your experience. I explore how the concept of community has completely transform...

In this episode of the Growing with Sol podcast, I talk the often overwhelming concept of self-care by breaking it down into something actually achievable. If you've ever felt intimidated by those 20-step morning routines or elaborate self-care rituals you see online, this episode is your permission to simplify. I explore why traditional self-care routines can feel impossible when you're dealing w...

In this episode of the Growing with Sol podcast, I dive into the crucial relationship between sleep and mental health. Continuing our wellness series, we explore how quality sleep directly impacts our emotional regulation, anxiety, and depression. I break down what your circadian rhythm actually is and how it influences not just your sleep patterns, but also your hormones, digestion, and body temp...

In this episode of the Growing with Sol podcast, I dive into the powerful connection between physical activity and mental wellbeing. I share how exercise became a lifeline during my own struggles with depression and anxiety, and explore the science behind why movement matters for our mental health. Research confirms that regular physical activity significantly improves mood and depressive symptoms...

In this final episode of my grief series, I shift focus to those supporting someone through the grieving process. As we've explored grief through cultural lenses and personal experiences, now it's time to address how to show up for others during their most difficult moments. I share practical guidance on how to be truly present for someone experiencing grief, from offering your physical presence w...

In this episode of Growing With Sol, my bestie Priscilla and I dive deep into Queen of Shadows by Sarah J. Maas, exploring the transformative journeys of its female protagonists. 🚨 Major spoiler alert! 🚨 If you haven't read Queen of Shadows (or the entire Throne of Glass series), proceed with caution as we discuss critical plot points and character developments throughout. We break down Aelin's...

In this continuation of our grief series, I explore how different cultures process and express grief, focusing specifically on American and Mexican/Mexican-American traditions and customs. Having lived between both cultures, I share my personal observations on how these approaches to mourning differ - and what we can learn from each perspective. I discuss how American culture often encourages a qu...

In this episode of Growing with Sol, I dive deep into the complex and universal experience of grief. As someone who's recently faced unexpected loss in my own family, I wanted to share what I've learned both professionally and personally about navigating the grief journey. I explore the multifaceted nature of grief, not just emotional, but physical, cognitive, and social as well. From sleep distur...

In this episode of Growing With Sol, I dive into how social media affects our self-perception and mental wellbeing. As someone who's "chronically online" myself, I explore the complicated relationship we have with platforms that simultaneously connect us and disconnect us from reality. I share recent statistics showing the average person spends over 140 minutes daily on social media, along with re...

In this latest episode of "Stories That Shape Us," I dive into Sarah J. Maas's Assassin's Blade with my bestie Priscilla! We explore the complex, often unhealthy relationships that shaped Celaena Sardothien's journey before she became the protagonist we meet in Throne of Glass. We unpack the toxic dynamic between Celaena and Arobynn Hamel - her mentor, father figure, and manipulator - and how this...

Hello, beautiful souls! In this episode of Growing With Sol , we’re tackling a big one: mental health in the workplace. Whether you work in an office, remotely, or somewhere in between, workplace stress is real, and it follows us home more than we realize. Did you know? Over 80% of U.S. workers report experiencing workplace stress, and more than 50% say it impacts their personal life. If you've ev...

Hello, beautiful souls! In this literary episode of Growing With Sol , my bestie Priscilla and I are diving into Heir of Fire , the third installment in Sarah J. Maas’s Throne of Glass series. The book that shifts the book series into something bigger, darker, and more emotional. Major spoiler alert! We break down Aelin’s journey from self-hatred to self-acceptance, the impact of loss and grief, a...

We made it, 100 episodes! 🎉 I can’t believe how fast this journey has gone, and today I’m reflecting on the biggest lessons I’ve learned along the way. From pushing through self-doubt to embracing community, these insights apply not just to podcasting, but to confidence, growth, and building something meaningful, whether it’s a business, a habit, or a whole new version of yourself. Inside this ep...

Welcome back to Growing With Sol ! 🌱 In this episode, we’re diving into three powerful goal-setting strategies to help you stay consistent and achieve success in 2025. Setting goals is one thing... sticking to them is another. The key to boosting self-esteem and confidence is keeping the promises you make to yourself. But how do we actually follow through? Let’s talk about habit stacking, time bl...

Welcome to the first episode of Growing With Sol in 2025!  I’m Marisol, your host, and I’m so excited to kick off the year with this glow-up episode, where I share the transformations happening behind the scenes and what you can expect from the podcast moving forward. In this episode, we’ll explore: My reflections on entering 2025 and setting goals for the new year. The Podcast Glow-Up! What’...

Hello, beautiful souls! In this literary December episode of Growing with Sol , my bestie Priscilla and I take a deep dive into Crown of Midnight , the second installment of Sarah J. Maas’s Throne of Glass series. Major spoiler alert! We’re dissecting every twist, turn, and heartbreak, so make sure you’ve read the whole series or proceed with caution. We also discuss the broader themes of identity...

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