S1:E14 – How Did You Find Out…You Were Meant to Lead Through Service? | Ft. Efrain Chacon

S1:E14 – How Did You Find Out…You Were Meant to Lead Through Service? | Ft. Efrain Chacon

This week on How Did You Find Out, Alba sits down with longtime friend Efrain Chacon for a powerful conversation about leadership, service, and what it truly means to help others grow. Efrain’s story is rooted in discipline, resilience, and a commitment to serving something bigger than himself. Today, Efrain is the Founder & CEO of The Legacy Group, leading a multimillion-dollar real estate operation, while also serving as COO of DART, a veteran-led nonprofit deploying disaster response teams nationwide. But at the core of everything he does is one thing: helping others grow. This episode dives into how life experiences shaped Efrain’s belief in servant leadership and why he’s passionate about mentoring people who are hungry to learn, willing to work hard, and bring the right attitude to the table.In this episode, we discuss: Growing up learning the value of hard work; Lessons learned serving in the United States Marine Corps; Leadership under pressure in military and federal law enforcement; Building a successful real estate business rooted in service; Why attitude matters more than talent; The importance of mentorship and helping others grow; What servant leadership really looks like in practice. Efrain’s story is a reminder that true leadership is about creating opportunities for others, leading with humility, and building a legacy bigger than yourself. If you’re an entrepreneur, leader, veteran, or someone looking to grow into your next level, this episode is packed with lessons worth hearing.🔥 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations about the moments that shape who we become. Follow @efrain.chacon.realtor #Leadership #ServantLeadership #MarineCorpsVeteran #Entrepreneurship #Mentorship #RealEstateLeadership #VeteranLeadership #HowDidYouFindOut #PersonalGrowth #SuccessMindset

S1:E13 How Did You Find Out…You Liked Women? | Pride Month Special Ft. Marlaina

In this special Pride Month episode of How Did You Find Out, Alba sits down with her longtime friend Marlaina for an open, honest, and heartfelt conversation about self-discovery, identity, and the journey of understanding who you are. Marlaina shares her personal story of how she realized she was attracted to women, the experiences that shaped her understanding of herself, and the challenges and growth that came with embracing her truth. This episode isn't just about sexuality—it's about authenticity, self-acceptance, and having the courage to live as your most genuine self. In this conversation, we discuss: 🌈 Marlaina's journey of discovering she liked women 🌈 Navigating identity and self-acceptance 🌈 The role of friendships, family, and community 🌈 Challenges, growth, and embracing authenticity 🌈 What Pride Month means on a personal level 🌈 Learning to trust yourself and your own story Whether you're on your own journey of self-discovery, supporting someone you love, or simply interested in hearing real stories from real people, this episode is a reminder that everyone's path is unique—and worthy of being heard. Thank you for joining us for this Pride Month conversation. ❤️ ✨ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories about the moments that change everything. #PrideMonth #LGBTQ #ComingOutStory #SelfDiscovery #HowDidYouFindOut #Lesbian #Authenticity #PersonalGrowth #Podcast #LGBTQStories

S1: E12 Situationships, Divorce & Starting Over | A Real Conversation with Alba

In this raw and honest conversation, Alba opens up about navigating situationships, heartbreak, divorce, and the complicated emotions that come with starting over. From learning hard lessons in relationships to rebuilding your sense of self after things fall apart, this episode dives into the realities so many people experience but rarely talk about openly.We talk about attachment, self-worth, healing, and what happens when you finally stop settling for relationships that leave you questioning yourself. Alba shares her personal experiences, the mindset shifts that helped her move forward, and why sometimes the hardest endings can lead to the most important growth.If you’ve ever struggled with modern dating, felt stuck in an unhealthy relationship dynamic, or are trying to rediscover yourself after heartbreak, this conversation will resonate deeply.Sometimes losing what you thought you wanted is what finally makes room for what you truly deserve.

S1:E11 How Did You Find Out | Gratitude & Finding Paradise Through Life’s Challenges

This week on How Did You Find Out, we sit down with Alex Montoya, an inspiring author, speaker, and host of the Alex Montoya Podcast whose life is a true example of resilience, gratitude, and purpose. Born in Medellín, Colombia, Alex came to the United States as a child in search of life-changing medical care and has since built a remarkable life while navigating the world with physical disabilities.What could have become a story of limitation became one of possibility. Alex has earned advanced degrees, carried the Olympic torch, written multiple books, and dedicated his platform to encouraging others to overcome adversity and see the good in life.In this episode, Alex shares how mindset can transform challenges into opportunities, how humor and gratitude have shaped his journey, and what it means to keep moving forward with faith and determination. This is a powerful conversation about overcoming adversity, finding brightness in difficult seasons, and creating a life filled with meaning and hope.Subscribe to Alex's Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexMontoyaPodcastCheck out his newest book, Welcome to Paradise, and the lessons it offers on perspective, perseverance, and embracing life fully.Buy his book: https://www.amazon.com/WELCOME-PARADISE-Alex-Montoya/dp/B0GM7TVHDM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2VXI01ISMTRM0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.z9F3o8pBIez6mBjk4GriSw.ZDpQLRwwhzVfGIuhKT9kIeJ3HD-vixjvk7jF0lcBZiA&dib_tag=se&keywords=welcome+to+paradise+alex+montoya&qid=1777322238&s=digital-text&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=welcome+to+paradise+alex+montoya%2Cdigital-text%2C169&sr=1-1 ------I started this because everyone deserves to feel heard and understood. Mental health is still a touchy subject, especially when it comes to the moments that fundamentally change your world.I help people go from “what the hell just happened” to healing out loud, owning their story, and taking their power back.Join us every other week as we dive into the raw, unfiltered moments people found out the truth about their relationships, their families, and themselves.#podcast #podcastclips #stories #women Follow Along:Youtube: @HowDidYouFindOutPodcast(https://www.youtube.com/@HowDidYouFindOutPodcast/podcasts)Spotify: How Did You Find Out(https://open.spotify.com/show/3aN1qb08RLq8ETPOZQhPIh?si=-g2WC_bnTIGUEntkmfkCNQ&nd=1&dlsi=e17d8de2d7734d88)Apple Podcast: How Did You Find Out(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-did-you-find-out/id1860437562)Instagram: @howdidyoufindoutpodcast(https://www.instagram.com/howdidyoufindoutpodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr)Facebook: How Did You Find Out Podcast(https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581364963625&mibextid=wwXIfr)Tik Tok: @howdidyoufindout.podcast(https://www.tiktok.com/@howdidyoufindout.podcast?_r=1&_t=ZP-927SdwfSJ6k)

S1:E10 From Grief to Gift: How Andrea Found Her Power as a Psychic Medium | How Did You Find Out S1:E10

What happens when loss becomes the doorway to your true purpose?In this episode of How Did You Find Out, Alba sits down with Andrea, a psychic medium, energy healer, and akashic records reader, to talk about the moment grief cracked her open and what she found on the other side.This is not a story about having it all together. It is a story about falling completely apart and discovering that the ashes were exactly where her power was waiting.Andrea shares the raw truth about her grief journey, how she discovered her gifts, what it means to read the akashic records, and why the most painful moments of her life became her greatest teachers.If you have ever lost someone and felt like you lost yourself too, this episode is for you.In this episode:-Andrea's story of grief and loss-The moment everything changed-Discovering her gifts as a psychic medium-What akashic records reading actually is-Coming into her true power-What she wants women to knowConnect with Andrea: https://www.seralma.life/https://www.instagram.com/seralma.energy/How Did You Find Out has been a true passion project, something I’ve poured my heart into for months.Talking to beautiful, courageous women who were willing to share the hardest moments of their lives has been life-changing. Their honesty, their strength, their stories… they’ve moved me.I started this because everyone deserves to feel heard and understood. Mental health is still a touchy subject, especially when it comes to the moments that fundamentally change your world.I help women go from “what the hell just happened” to healing out loud, owning their story, and taking their power back.Join us every other week as we dive into the raw, unfiltered moments women found out the truth about their relationships, their families, and themselves.#podcast #podcastclips #stories #women Follow Along:Youtube: @HowDidYouFindOutPodcast(https://www.youtube.com/@HowDidYouFindOutPodcast/podcasts)Spotify: How Did You Find Out(https://open.spotify.com/show/3aN1qb08RLq8ETPOZQhPIh?si=-g2WC_bnTIGUEntkmfkCNQ&nd=1&dlsi=e17d8de2d7734d88)Apple Podcast: How Did You Find Out(https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-did-you-find-out/id1860437562)Instagram: @howdidyoufindoutpodcast(https://www.instagram.com/howdidyoufindoutpodcast?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr)Facebook: How Did You Find Out Podcast(https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581364963625&mibextid=wwXIfr)Tik Tok: @howdidyoufindout.podcast(https://www.tiktok.com/@howdidyoufindout.podcast?_r=1&_t=ZP-927SdwfSJ6k)#howdidyoufindout #psychicmedium #griefjourney #akashicrecords #energyhealer #selfDiscovery #womenempowerment #spiritualpodcast #healingjourney #podcastforwomen