#5 In this episode of the Beyond Bitter podcast, host Atalie Oliva delves into the emotional weight of leadership for first-generation women of color. As we stand on the brink of a new year, Atalie offers a compassionate guide to understanding overwhelm and fear, urging listeners to release the burdens they've carried.

This episode isn't about setting goals or strategies; it's about embracing the human experience and finding peace in leadership. Join Atalie as she shares personal insights and encourages a transformative approach to leadership that prioritizes well-being over productivity.

Topics include:

• Understanding Overwhelm: A Guide to Emotional Release

• Redefining Leadership: Prioritizing Peace Over Productivity

Resources:

• www.latinxtherapy.com
• www.inclusivetherapists.com

Keep in touch with Atalie:

• IG: tbw.network

• Visit our website at: www.thebitterwoman.com

#4 In this episode of the Beyond Bitter podcast, Atalie explores why setting boundaries can feel so difficult, especially for first gen Latinas.

This episode offers practical insight on protecting your peace, setting emotional boundaries with family and relationships, and understanding the difference between guilt and harm.

Listeners will learn how to start practicing boundaries in a way that supports mental health, self respect, and long term well being.

Topics include:

Setting boundaries as a first gen Latina
Guilt and people pleasing
Mental health and emotional boundaries
Protecting your peace without cutting people off

Resources:

• Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide To Reclaiming Yourself
• www.latinxtherapy.com
• www.inclusivetherapists.com

Keep in touch with Atalie:

• IG: tbw.network
• Follow on IG/TikTok: healwithatalie
• Visit our website at: www.thebitterwoman.com

Book a discovery call : 🔗 https://cal.com/thebitterwoman/connection-chat

#3, In this episode of the Beyond Bitter podcast, Atalie covers the themes of grief, loss, and the importance of supportive environments, particularly in the context of workplace culture.

She discusses the emotional challenges of navigating grief, the necessity of family support during difficult times, and the systemic changes needed in workplaces to foster a culture of compassion and understanding.

The dialogue emphasizes the need for organizations to prioritize employee well-being and create spaces where individuals can process their grief without additional stress.

Resources:

• https://latinxtherapy.com/
• https://aces-la.org/mental-health-resources/
• https://www.inclusivetherapists.com/los-angeles/person-of-color

Keep in touch with Atalie:

• Follow on IG: healwithatalie
• Follow on TikTok:healwithatalie
• Visit our website at: https://www.thebitterwoman.com/

Book a discovery call : 🔗https://cal.com/thebitterwoman/connection-chat

#2 : In this episode of the Beyond Bitter Podcast, Atalie Oliva discusses the 'fixer cycle' that many leaders, especially first-generation women of color, find themselves in.

She explores the signs of being stuck in this cycle, the importance of awareness, and the shift from fixing problems to empowering teams.

Atalie emphasizes that true leadership involves building capacity in others rather than solely solving problems, and she encourages listeners to embrace their journey towards effective leadership.

Episode Topics:

• The Fixer Cycle
• First-Gen POV & People-Pleasing
• From Fixing to Empowering (The Shift)

Resources:

• The Pain We Carry By: Natalie Y. Gutiérrez, LMFT

Keep in touch with Atalie:

• Follow on IG: healwithatalie
• Follow on TikTok:beyondbitterpod
• Visit our website at: www.thebitterwoman.com

Book a discovery call : 🔗https://cal.com/thebitterwoman/connection-chat

#1 : In this episode, Atalie emphasizes the importance of understanding one's relationship with rest and self-care. She shares personal experiences of navigating workplace trauma and the cultural narratives that shape perceptions of productivity and worth.

The episode highlights the significance of embodied practices to foster a sense of safety and peace in leadership, encouraging listeners to reconnect with their bodies and redefine their relationship with rest.

Keep in touch with Beyond Bitter:

• Follow on IG: healwithatalie @thebitter.woman
• Follow on TikTok:healwithatalie
• Visit our website at: www.thebitterwoman.com

Are you tired of carrying it all?
Like, really tired — in your bones, in your mind, in your heart?

You’re leading, showing up… and maybe even secretly resenting your team, your job, or and some  just don’t get it.

Listen, you’re not broken.

You’re not a bad leader. 

You’re just the first.

The first in your family to go to college. 

The first to land that office job.

 The first to lead — with no blueprint, no mentor, and a ton of pressure.

You’ve carried a lot. And now? You might be bitter. Burnt out. Done.

Welcome to Beyond Bitter, a podcast  where we talk about healing and leadership for first-gen women of color. 

We will talk workplace culture, embodying what it means to be a leader, and doing the inner work.

I’m your  host Atalie Oliva, a first-gen daughter of immigrants and yes, a formerly bitter woman.

I made this podcast because I couldn’t find the support I needed.

So I combined my MBA, my background in HR, and my training as a trauma-informed coach to create the kind of space I wish I had — for leaders navigating public and private sectors alike.

I built it for us. 

It’s time to reclaim your energy, your joy, and your leadership — especially in spaces that were never built with you in mind.

Because bitter was just the beginning. Healing is what’s next. And you don’t have to do it alone anymore.

This is Beyond Bitter. Let’s get into it.