In this episode, host Rita-Soledad Fernández Paulino, a queer Mexican-American money and self-care coach, shares a deeply personal account of navigating self-care and financial planning during a season of grief.

Following the passing of her grandmother, Soledad departs from the planned topic of the wealth building cycle to discuss how they have adjusted their D.I.V.E.R.S.E. self-care routines. They emphasizes the importance of emotional expression, leaning on support systems, and adapting her financial care routine to manage the heavy emotional load.

The episode serves as a guide for listeners to balance self-care and financial resilience in times of sorrow, with practical strategies for maintaining wellness and productivity. Soledad concludes with a reminder that grief will impact routines and self-care may look different in challenging times.

00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome

00:21 A Change in Plans: Grieving and Self-Care

01:19 Personal Reflections on Loss

02:54 Navigating Diverse Self-Care During Grief

05:50 Dinero Self-Care Amidst Grief

07:44 Interpersonal Self-Care: Seeking Support

09:27 Vocational Self-Care: Delegating and Adjusting

11:43 Emotional Self-Care: Allowing Emotions

13:29 Restorative Body Self-Care: Physical Health Challenges

15:39 Spiritual Self-Care: Connecting with Ancestors

17:12 Environmental Self-Care: Creating Comforting Spaces

18:31 Conclusion: Embracing Grief and Self-Care

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