Stories and Self-Care

A conversation with Irving DeShields about his experiences moving for career opportunities. He shares what those transitions have been like, the challenges he's faced along the way, and the valuable lessons he's learned about himself through each move. We also explore practical ways to bring self-care, resilience, and even a sense of excitement to the often daunting process of uprooting...

In today’s episode, I’ll be reflecting on my experience with solo travel and how it’s shaped my understanding of self-care. I’ll touch on the fears that often come with traveling alone, and how moving through them can lead you beyond surface-level comfort into a more challenging, transformative kind of self-care. 

In this episode, I talk with Melissa Malavet, aka my cousin/ twin, about her experience as a single parent. She shares what it was like being raised by a single mom (Margarita Segarra) and becoming one herself at twenty-four years old. We discuss the meaning of self-care in a life she wholeheartedly dedicates to another person, and how she continues to build strength and resilience in her daughter...

A collaboration with " Sipping with the Segarras ," a podcast hosted by my cousin Jonathan and his wife, Stephanie Segarra. Together, we have an open and honest conversation about astrology and how it can be used as a tool for self-discovery, future planning, and self-care. We also explore how pieces of our personal stories line up with the stars in obvious (and not-so-obvious) ways.  So...

A conversation with Lawrence Almanzar about navigating limited to no contact with immediate family. We talk about how that distance has shaped our lives, the quiet losses that come with it, and how leaning into friendships, chosen family, and our relationship with ourselves can help us feel grounded and supported.

In this episode I chat with Anthony Puddu, a black belt in jiu-jitsu, about how he uses movement as a form of self-care. He shares pieces of his journey and how jiu-jitsu helps him manage stress and build community.

In this intro, I share a little bit about myself, Daniella, and the purpose behind this podcast. Stories and Self-Care is a space for honest conversations with friends and family about personal stories, life’s challenges, and the self-care lessons we’ve learned along the way. Each episode invites you to slow down, reflect, and feel a little less alone. You’ll also hear creative (and not-so-creativ...