In Episode 26, Dr. Isela Garcia and Mark Sanchez keep it real with a heartfelt conversation about their journey from being stuck in hustle culture to discovering what true success really means—spiritual alignment. They break down how societal pressures and trauma responses can mess with your idea of success and why it’s time to shift the focus to inner peace, joy, and self-worth that’s not tied to productivity.

This episode gets into redefining success on your terms, the role spirituality plays in that transformation, and how to ditch the hustle-for-your-worth mentality. Isela and Mark share personal stories, practical tips, and the powerful lessons they’ve learned about balancing ambition with inner calm.

Tune in and learn how to let go of the grind and embrace a life that’s actually worth living.

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In this dynamic episode of Brown and Spiritual AF, Mark Sanchez and Dr. Isela Garcia reunite after two years to reflect on transformative journeys—both literal and metaphorical. From Mark’s life-changing solo travels through Europe and intimate connections made along the way, to Dr. Isela’s groundbreaking contributions to education and her transition into spiritual coaching, this episode is packed with powerful stories and lessons.

Mark shares the trials and triumphs of navigating unfamiliar cultures, discovering deeper truths about himself, and embracing the courage to live with less and feel more. Isela dives into the creation of her inclusive, divinely inspired deck of intuitive cards and her signature program, The Sacred Journey Within, which helps individuals tap into their intuition and heal long-standing wounds.

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This episode is a raw, reflective, and motivational dive into what it means to grow through discomfort, connect authentically, and embrace transformation. Whether you’re a seasoned spiritual practitioner or just starting your journey, you’ll find wisdom, humor, and heart in this conversation.

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BROWN AND SPIRITUAL AF is available on Spotify, Apple, and Google

MARK OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Individual Life Coaching Small Group Coaching & Support Energy Healing

DR. GARCIA OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Intuitive Soul Readings, Mediumship Spiritual & Intuitive Development Coaching & Support

"Worthiness does not have any prerequisites." --Brené Brown

After a failed social media posts, Isela wondered why there weren't any responses to simple question: I AM... 

I AM is a claim. It is claiming who you are. It is claiming who you are. It is claiming what you are. And it's claiming how you serve. 

And that all comes from the place within us that says, "I AM ENOUGH. I AM WORTHY."

So the conversation started. What's getting in the way of believing in your self-worth? In order to explore the answer to this question, you have to be willing to identify the shame. The chapter(s) in your book of life that you don't want anyone to read. The parts within you that you pretend aren't there. 

Those parts become shadows that continue to linger, despite our best effort to pretend that it's been released, healed, or forgotten. 

In truth, you are worthy BECAUSE YOU EXIST. 

It has nothing to do with your accomplishments, marital/relationship status, income, physical appearance, size/weight, degree(s), education, spirituality/religion, race/ethnicity....

Nothing. 

YOU ARE WORTHY BECAUSE YOU EXIST. 

If this is hard to believe, JOIN OUR 21 DAY CHALLENGE! Start to let go of what's getting in the way of CLAIMING YOUR WORTH! 

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In this episode, Mark and Isela get vulnerable with Life & Weight Loss Coach Nina Vasquez. If you've ever struggled with your weight, body image, and forming a loving relationship with your body, then this episode is for you! 

Nina Vasquez is a Certified Life and Weightloss Coach. Nina is on a mission to help women stop suffering. Nina’s weight battle began in the Army where she received the message that she was “too curvy” and would always have a weight problem. Whether it was childhood trauma, failed relationships, or divorce, Nina continued to turn to food to feel better. After over two decades of yo-yo dieting and mental suffering, Nina finally figured out the missing piece to permanent weight loss. From broken to badass, Nina uses her experience of permanently losing 50lbs and Life coaching to help women drop the mental and physical baggage holding them back from living the life of their dreams.

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4 Steps to Losing Weight This Week!

1. How to Silence the Inner Mean Girl. That girl is NOT invited to the party at this time

2. Introduction to Your SUPERPOWER! Making decisions ahead of time.

3. How to Actually Eat When You’re Hungry. AND stop when you’re full.

4. The One Skill Nobody’s Ever Taught You. Processing emotions without food.

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MARK OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Individual Life Coaching, Small Group Coaching & Support Energy Healing

DR. GARCIA OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Intuitive Soul Readings via Zoom, Mediumship, Spiritual & Intuitive Development, Coaching & Support

In this episode, Isela and Mark had the privilege of learning from Financial Coach and Advisor Elyse Alexander, who shares her incredible insights about our spiritual connection to wealth and all the ways we actually get in the way of inviting and receiving abundance. 

Are you consciously aware of your relationship with money? Or abundance?

Did you know that money is only energy? And yet we create so many barriers to achieving and receiving the wealth that is our inherent Divine right. 

Culturally speaking, many of us have so very many beliefs that we continue to embrace: 

Think about the actual words you think and say on a regular basis:

And when we pray for abundance, we're often doing so from a place of scarcity or lack: 

The problem is that the Universe simply aligns with the vibration of your request. If you're coming from scarcity (e.g. FEAR), the Universe will simply respond by validating your underlying beliefs. Money is scarce and here are more experiences to validate your beliefs. 

Don't miss out on this one! If you're not living your dreams, you need to take a listen! 

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MARK OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Individual Life Coaching Small Group Coaching & Support Energy Healing

DR. GARCIA OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Intuitive Soul Readings via Zoom Mediumship Spiritual & Intuitive Development Coaching & Support

In this episode, Mark and Isela share what they do when shit happens! 

Trials and tribulations are a part of this human experience. Keeping spirituality at the forefront of our experiences doesn't mean that crap days don't happen. The key is being able to move through the experience with grace. As you listen to the strategies they use when life gets challenging, think about what you do. Think about the ways you notice and manage your emotions. And consider whether there are approaches that might be helpful to you. 

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Join Isela on Embracing Soul’s Journey on Facebook for Mini FREE Intuitive Readings, Wednesdays at 6:30 PM PT https://www.facebook.com/EMBRACINGSOULSJOURNEY444

BROWN AND SPIRITUAL AF is available on Spotify, Apple, and Google

MARK OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Individual Life Coaching Small Group Coaching & Support Energy Healing

DR. GARCIA OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Intuitive Soul Readings via Zoom Mediumship Spiritual & Intuitive Development Coaching & Support

In this episode, Mark and Isela have the privilege of sitting with Bernadette "Bibi" Herran as she shares her experiences as a young child living in Mexico and the significant role religion had on her spiritual development. Fast forward many years, when she moved to the United States as a young adult navigating a new and different journey. Even further down the path, Bibi is faced with an experience she couldn't ever have predicted--breast cancer. 

Listen to her compelling story as she describes how her spirituality influences her relationship with cancer and how the experience has impacted the relationships she holds dear to her heart. 

As you listen, consider the ways your spirituality influences how you move through the adversities you experience. 

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BROWN AND SPIRITUAL AF is available on Spotify, Apple, and Google

MARK OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Individual Life Coaching Small Group Coaching & Support Energy Healing

DR. GARCIA OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Intuitive Soul Readings via Zoom Mediumship Spiritual & Intuitive Development Coaching & Support

In this episode, Dr. Isela Garcia announces the online course she's developing specifically for parents and families! 

And Mark had lots of questions!

More often than not, we raise our children in ways that's similar to how we were raised---sometimes that's great and sometimes it's not so great. Many of us are walking around with unhealed trauma that shows up in the most inconvenient times, especially as we engage with our children! And even for those who had great childhoods--I often wonder about your sense of self, your confidence, ability to communicate and problem solved effectively, as well as any lingering guilt or shame. 

Even with the best intentions, parenting can be incredibly challenging. And many folx use a punishment and reward model, thinking it's teaching their child to do the right thing when in fact, it isn't. Not at all. 

There are three significant parts to what is called conscious parenting. (1) Understanding how the brain and body develops, (2) knowing and accepting who your child truly is, and (3) understanding the ins and outs of the sacred contract you entered upon even before this specific lifetime.

Take a listen to this compelling episode and sign up for Dr. Isela Garcia's newsletter so you'll be notified when the course drops! www.iselagarcia.com

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Join Isela on Embracing Soul’s Journey on Facebook for Mini FREE Intuitive Readings, Wednesdays at 6:30 PM PT https://www.facebook.com/EMBRACINGSOULSJOURNEY444

BROWN AND SPIRITUAL AF is available on Spotify, Apple, and Google  

MARK OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Individual Life Coaching Small Group Coaching & Support Energy Healing    

DR. GARCIA OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES: Intuitive Soul Readings via Zoom Mediumship Spiritual & Intuitive Development Coaching & Support

In this episode, Isela and Mark welcome Ivan Garcia all the way from Portugal. Together, they engage in a deeply reflective dialogue where Ivan shares the events that led him to stepping away from the life he'd created. As a civil engineer, he intuitively knew that his work no longer served him. 

Choosing a different path without any certainty of what's to come takes a great deal of courage. 

Listen to Ivan's story. He will inspire you to listen intently and to trust your intuition. 

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Follow Ivan Garcia on Instagram: @Ivan.Garc1a

Check out his podcast: Mindvalley Heroes on YouTube

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In this episode, Mark and Isela engage in a thought-provoking conversation with BooBoo Garcia, who opens up about his spiritual journey, beginning with his childhood experiences. Born and raised by active gang members, BooBoo was surrounded by instability and violence. In a chronic state of stress, he developed unhealthy coping strategies as a way to survive his environment. 

Fast forward many years, BooBoo shares the exact moment--the dark night of the soul, when he hit rock bottom. 

Entrenched in his addiction, having lost everything, he made a choice. 

Listen to BooBoo's incredible story of perseverance and found resilience. His spiritual journey is one that will inspire you to act! 

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