If You Don’t Speak Spanish, Are You Even Latino?

What's in the Cards for 2022?

Listen & Subscribe to The Polymath Latina Podcast on YouTube  [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcojNP_kSqwx9EWh88MiKZw] NEW EPISODES: Wednesdays at 6am ET  Join Latina Made Not Maid's CEO, speaker, philanthropist, entrepreneur and barrier-breaking Latin advocate Erika Hernandez each week for real talk with diverse women making an impact in their communities. On this episode we are looking to cards to see what the new year will bring!   Joining me is messenger of the Divine Source, Grecia Ordonez [https://www.instagram.com/madreaguamarket33/]. Grecia is a Cuban advocate and bruja who has dedicated her life to helping her clients towards their spiritual journey in hopes that they vibrate in alignment with their destiny.

You Are More Than a Size

Watch & Subscribe to The Polymath Latina on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcojNP_kSqwx9EWh88MiKZw] NEW EPISODES: Wednesdays at 6am ET Join Latina Made Not Maid's CEO, speaker, philanthropist, entrepreneur and barrier-breaking Latin advocate Erika Hernandez each week for real talk with diverse women making an impact in their communities. How Latino are you if you don’t speak Spanish? According to Wikipedia, body positivity is a movement focused on the acceptance of all bodies, regardless of size, shape, skin tone, gender, and physical abilities, while challenging present-day beauty standards as an undesirable social construct. But what does this actually mean? Joining me today to discuss this is Tejal Parekh, MSW. Tejal is a young woman and goddess who is a hype coach impacting the world, transforming lives every day with her light, through her platforms and motivational speaking. She is a Beauty Entrepreneur, Blogger, Self-taught Makeup Artist, Plus-size Model, Motivational Speaker, Social Worker and activist of Women’s Rights - Body Positivity - and Undocumented Immigrants. GUESTS: Tejal Parekh [https://www.brightdollface.com/]

If You Don’t Speak Spanish, Are You Even Latino?

Watch & Subscribe to The Polymath Latina on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcojNP_kSqwx9EWh88MiKZw] NEW EPISODES: Wednesdays at 6am ET Join Latina Made Not Maid's CEO, speaker, philanthropist, entrepreneur and barrier-breaking Latin advocate Erika Hernandez each week for real talk with diverse women making an impact in their communities. How Latino are you if you don’t speak Spanish? Can you ever lose the language you never even learned? Today I am joined by, not one, but three amazing Latinas whose roots come from Spanish-speaking countries. Andrea, Mellisa and Samantha are here to share their story as Latinas who don’t speak Spanish. Tune it to today’s episode to find out why they never learned Spanish, how others made them feel for not speaking Spanish, did they ever feel “less than” when around Spanish-speaking Latinos and more! GUESTS: Samantha Chico, Andrea Mesis-Bruno & Melissa Panszi Riebe

Getting Through the Holiday Blues

Watch & Subscribe to The Polymath Latina on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcojNP_kSqwx9EWh88MiKZw] NEW EPISODES: Wednesdays at 6am ET   Join Latina Made Not Maid's CEO, speaker, philanthropist, entrepreneur and barrier-breaking Latin advocate Erika Hernandez each week for real talk with diverse women making an impact in their communities.    Do you have the Holiday Blues? The holiday season is the time of joy, cheer and family gatherings but for many of us, including myself, it’s the time filled with sadness, anxiety, loneliness and self reflection. But, what causes the holiday blues, where does it stem from and why isn’t it talked about enough?   My guest today, Julia Armand, is here to help me answer these questions. Julia is a Marriage and Family Therapist who helps individuals better understand their own patterns of behavior - why they are there, how to catch yourself falling into them and how to break free.   In today’s episode, we cover: * The Holiday Blues are a real thing  * When did this all start?   * Holding on to old family traditions  * Why don't we talk about this?   * Holidays are time for reflection   * Holiday season post - Covid * Holiday blues vs Depression   * What can you do to make it easier on yourself  * Be mindful that not everyone feels the same way  Connect with Julia on LatinX Therapy [https://latinxtherapy.com/therapists/julia-armand-lmft/] and Psychology Today [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/julia-armand-new-york-ny/782426]

Meet The Woman Who Helped Start a Revolution

For the month of November, I have challenged myself to be thankful everyday for one thing in my life. Today’s guest is one I am eternally thankful, Cecilia Green. Cecilia is the woman behind the words “Latina Made”, which helped me start my non-profit organization Latina Made Not Maid. She is a dance instructor , a casting assistant, photographer and an amazing wife and mother. Today, Cecilia is here to get the recognition she deserves! In today’s episode, we cover: * [00:01:33]  How Cecilia and I started our friendship 37 years ago * [00:03:21]  Cecilia’s dance journey and her diverse career * [00:10:17]  Us drifting apart and reconnecting years later * [00:11:42]  Giving Cecilia recognition she deserves for Latina Made Not Maid * [00:26:40]  Today, I’m thankful for Cecilia and I’m sorry I didn’t do it sooner * [00:30:07]  Final Five with Cecilia * [00:32:28]  Connect with Cecilia Links mentioned: * Visit TLGreen Photo [https://www.tlgreenphoto.com/]or connect with them on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/tlgreenphoto/]and Facebook  [https://www.facebook.com/TlgreenPhotography/] * Join our conversations on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thepolymathlatina/] * For more info, visit our website  [https://www.thepolymathlatina.com/] * If you liked today’s episode, make sure to leave us a comment.