Bonus Episode: Neurodivergence, Family Dynamics, & Reflections with Dra. Yvette

Perception on Purpose with Shivani

What does perception on purpose mean? Welcome to our space to say it out loud. In this episode, we’re in conversation with Shivani Pandey, Founder of Think Brand Forward and a brand strategist who has spent 15+ years helping women-owned businesses find their clarity. Her story is a beautiful reminder that when we align our purpose with our perception, we stop fighting for a seat at the wrong tables and start building our own. What we're saying out loud: * Reframing the youngest sibling narrative from "spoiled" to safety to be curious and experiment. * Why experimentation isn't an external pressure, but an internal "sparkle" that lives in your body. * Navigating the shift from a culture of shared community responsibility to an individualistic environment. * How engineering your true purpose aligns you with the right people and opens the doors meant specifically for you. Shivani reminds us that being "bored" is often just the beginning of being brilliant. Stick to the end to hear Shivani deliver her signature speech, "Perception on Purpose". Connect with Shivani on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkbrandforward/ [https://www.instagram.com/thinkbrandforward/] Book Shivani to Speak: https://www.letstalkbyshivani.com/ [https://www.letstalkbyshivani.com/]

Bonus Episode: Neurodivergence, Family Dynamics, & Reflections with Dra. Yvette

Every guest on the podcast prepares and delivers a speech that is shared at the end of our episodes. In this Bonus episode, we have a chisme session, after going over Dra. Yvette's speech before it went live. Tune in to Episode 1 of the Latina, Presente Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/episode/0fd393XGlVZMPPjqXSfsXv?si=TogV1z1lRzK3BoK-dzBD9Q] with Dra. YvetteEnjoy!

Sustainable Success with Dra. Yvette

Have you ever looked at your life, the one you worked so hard to build, and realized you were drowning in it?We are often taught that success means saying "yes" to everyone else while saying "no" to ourselves. We’re praised for our hustle, but ignored when we’re falling apart behind closed doors. In this moving talk, Yvette Martinez-Vu invites us to put down the weight of "urgency culture" and stop running on the hamster wheels that weren't built for us.Yvette shares her own journey from a high-pressure career to a life rooted in sustainable success. She introduces us to the beautiful concept of "metaphorical blanketing"—the act of protecting, honoring, and supporting one another so we can all thrive. This isn’t just about "time management"; it’s about a radical shift toward self-compassion, honoring our bodies, and being fully present for the people we love.AboutDra. Yvette Martínez-Vu is a first-gen, disabled, autistic Chicana mother, certified grad school and productivity coach, speaker, consultant, and co-author of Is Grad School for Me? (UC Press, 2024). She's dedicated to helping other first-gen BIPOC students and professionals thrive in higher education and beyond—without burning out.Want to invite Dra. Yvette to speak at your next event? https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/speaking/ [https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/speaking/]This speech is an excerpt from Episode 1 of the Latina, Presente podcast. Listen to the full episode to learn more about Dra. Yvette and hear her full story.

It Doesn't Get Easier, It Gets Different with Dra. Yvette

How do we know when 'playing the part' no longer serves us? Welcome to our space to say it out loud. In this episode, we're in conversation with Dra. Yvette Martinez-Vu, PhD, [https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/speaking/] a first-generation, disabled, and autistic Chicana coach and consultant who is redefining what "productivity" looks like for our community. Her story is filled with reflection, laughs (like, a lot), and expressions of our Latinidad that will make us all feel connected. What we're saying out loud: * Recognizing when you’re "playing a part" in professional spaces and how to step into your authentic self. * Thriving in systems that weren't built for us. * How childhood experiences and family dynamics shape how we show up in the world. * Why protecting your energy is a non-negotiable for sustainable success. * How to center joy and interdependence in a world that demands constant output. El chisme me hizo reír, llorrar, y sentirme conectada con nuestra cultura. Every episode is an opportunity to reflect on our past and connect to our present. I am so grateful for your presence and energy as we share this story. Stick to the end to hear Dra. Yvette deliver a beautiful speech and share her story just for our Latina, Presente community! Connect with Dra. Yvette: * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/gradschoolfemtoring/] * Website [https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/links/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGncfLPT4L8Ysv64FtdoW7kQIWNIpQxrw6k4YXzwv5n-6OxO96NlhEfGi5O1Xs_aem_QbJ1Tz6uL4qES2L--8fptw] * ⁠Book Dra. Yvette to speak⁠ [https://gradschoolfemtoring.com/speaking/⁠] Join the Conversation:In the spirit of community care, what’s one thing you need from your community this week? Say it out loud with us on Instagram @latinapresente_! Chapters 00:00 Morning Routines and Sleep Patterns 03:11 The Importance of Routine and Structure 06:01 Setting Boundaries in Public Speaking 08:47 Theater as a Sanctuary 11:42 Exploring Identity Through Performance 14:34 Parental Influence on Education and Self-Expression 17:41 Navigating Perceptions and Self-Image 20:29 Coping Strategies and Authenticity 23:40 Thriving in Non-Inclusive Environments 33:55 Core Values and Compassion 36:08 Community-Rooted Systems of Care 42:45 Navigating Inconvenience in Community Care 47:54 Sustainable Success Speech by Dra. Yvette