In this special episode of Entre Pasos, I sit down with my very first guest, Gabriella Boucher, for an honest conversation about identity, comparison, motherhood, and the different seasons that shape who we become.

Together, we reflect on the transitions from single life to marriage, from marriage to motherhood, and the ways we sometimes find ourselves comparing our present selves to past versions of who we once were. We talk about the expectations we carry, the pressure to measure up, the stories people assume about our lives, and the journey of finding our worth beyond accomplishments, roles, or appearances.

Through personal stories and faith-filled reflections, this conversation is a reminder that growth often looks different than we imagined, and that every season holds its own beauty—even when it feels messy, uncertain, or unfinished.

If you've ever felt behind, struggled with comparison, missed a previous chapter of your life, or questioned your value, this episode is for you.

A heartfelt conversation about letting go of who we think we should be and learning to embrace who we are becoming.

Pura vida.

In this episode of Entre Pasos, we dive into one of the most common yet often unspoken struggles we all face: comparison.

From social media and relationships to motherhood, career, faith, and personal timelines, comparison has a way of quietly influencing how we see ourselves and our lives. Together, we explore why comparison feels so natural, how it can distort our perspective, and what it might actually be revealing beneath the surface.

Through personal stories, honest reflections, practical insights, and biblical truth, we talk about learning to recognize comparison without shame, reconnecting with gratitude, and finding freedom in embracing our own unique season of life.

If you've ever felt behind, questioned your path, or wondered why someone else's life seems easier or more complete than your own, this conversation is for you.

Because your life was never meant to be measured against someone else's story.

It's unfolding in its own timing, in its own season, and in its own beautiful way.

Grab a coffee, take a deep breath, and join me as we explore what it means to come back to truth, gratitude, and the life that's already right in front of us.

Pura vida.

In this deeply personal episode of Entre Pasos, I share one of the biggest transitions of my life: leaving Costa Rica to start over in California for love, marriage, and an entirely new beginning. This episode goes beyond the beautiful moments and into the behind-the-scenes of what starting over truly feels like. The excitement, the grief, the uncertainty, and the transformation that happens in between.

I open up about the emotional weight of building a life far away from everything familiar. Learning to live fully in another language, feeling out of place at times, struggling with identity, comparison, productivity, and carrying the ache of missing important moments with my family from a distance. Seasons where I questioned myself, felt stuck, and tried to hold gratitude and frustration at the same time.

But in the middle of all of it, God was there.

I share how this season slowly drew me closer to Him, and how He met me right in the middle of uncertainty, waiting, and internal battles. How He brought peace when I felt lost, purpose when I felt stuck, and reminded me that even the hardest seasons are not wasted.

This episode is about transitions, surrender, faith, growth, and becoming. About realizing that sometimes the seasons that break us open are also the ones that shape us the most. And about learning that gratitude and grief can coexist, while God continues to guide us step by step through places we never imagined we could call home.

Thank you for being here and walking through this first chapter of Entre Pasos with me.

In this episode I take you back to a moment that quietly changed everything.

What started as a work trip to Napa Valley unexpectedly became the beginning of a completely new chapter in my life. From a simple encounter at a winery, to long-distance conversations, deep connection, and a love story that unfolded step by step, this episode is about the beauty of the unexpected.

I share the real moments behind it all. The excitement, the nerves, the questions, and the quiet sense of peace that guided me along the way. It’s a story about connection, faith, new beginnings, and learning to trust God, even when it doesn’t make perfect sense yet.

This isn’t just about how I met my husband.
It’s about how life can surprise you in the most ordinary moments, and lead you somewhere you never planned, but deeply needed.

If you’ve ever experienced a moment that shifted your path, felt something you couldn’t fully explain, or stood at the edge of a new beginning, this episode is for you.

In this deeply personal episode, I take you back to where it all began: my childhood in Costa Rica, growing up surrounded by nature, creativity, culture, and quiet moments that shaped who I am today.

From a peaceful upbringing immersed in different languages and cultures, to navigating identity, faith, relationships, and the pressure of choosing a career path… this is the story of my early steps. The beautiful, the confusing, the meaningful, and the moments that, without me realizing it, were quietly guiding me somewhere greater.

We talk about:
– What it means to grow up surrounded by multiple cultures and languages
– The evolution of my faith and relationship with God
– Choosing a creative path and the realities of Architecture
– Exploring different passions, jobs, and life experiences
– Learning through relationships, heartbreak, and self-discovery
– Trusting the process, even when it doesn’t make sense yet

If you’ve ever felt unsure about your path, questioned your decisions, or wondered if everything is really leading somewhere… this episode is for you.

This is just the beginning of the journey.
And it only gets more meaningful from here.

Pura vida!

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Welcome to the English version of Entre Pasos.

My name is Mariana, and I’ll be your host.

In this very first episode, I’m opening the door to this new chapter and sharing a little bit of my story. Where I come from, how life led me from Costa Rica to the United States, and the journey that brought this podcast to life.

Entre Pasos, meaning “between steps,” is a space for the in-between moments. The growth, the questions, the doubts, and the beauty of becoming. It’s not about having everything figured out, but about walking through life one step at a time, together.

This episode is a simple introduction. An invitation to get to know my heart, my story, and the reason behind this space.

I’m so grateful you’re here!

Pura vida!

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En este cuarto episodio de Entre Pasos, comparto uno de los momentos más transformadores de mi vida: dejar Costa Rica para empezar una vida nueva en California.

Les abro el corazón para contarles cómo fue vivir una transición tan intensa. Llena de ilusión, pero también de dudas, miedos y desafíos reales. Desde una relación a distancia que avanzó rápido, hasta una mudanza que implicó soltarlo todo: mi país, mi idioma, mi familia y la versión de mí que conocía.

Hablo de lo que no siempre se dice en voz alta: la soledad, el reto de encontrar tu voz en otro idioma, la comparación, la frustración de sentirte “estancada”, y esa dualidad de tenerlo todo… pero al mismo tiempo sentirte un poco perdida.

También les comparto cómo, en medio de ese proceso, empecé a acercarme más a Dios, a cambiar mi perspectiva y a aprender que no siempre podemos controlar lo que pasa… pero sí cómo decidimos vivirlo.

Si estás atravesando un cambio. Si te has sentido entre dos versiones de vos mismo, o si estás aprendiendo a confiar en un camino que todavía no entendés del todo, este episodio es para vos.

Porque a veces, lo que se siente como una pausa… en realidad es preparación. Preparación para lo que sigue...

En este episodio de Entre Pasos, les abro el corazón para contarles cómo nació este espacio y el propósito detrás de cada conversación: reflexionar sobre esos momentos y decisiones que, paso a paso, van formando quiénes somos.

Retomo mi historia en un viaje inesperado a Napa Valley que comenzó como trabajo, pero que terminó cambiando mi vida para siempre. Entre viñedos, amaneceres y momentos que parecían sacados de una película, conocí a alguien que, sin buscarlo, empezó a ocupar un lugar muy especial en mi corazón. Lo que siguió fue una historia de conexión real, a distancia, donde las conversaciones profundas, la fe y el amor fueron creciendo paso a paso.

Pero más allá de una historia de amor, este episodio es un recordatorio de que muchas veces, en los momentos más inesperados, comienzan las historias que transforman nuestra vida.

Y esto es solo el comienzo…

En este segundo episodio, comparto con ustedes un pedacito más profundo de mi historia. Desde mi infancia en Costa Rica, rodeada de naturaleza, familia y una mezcla de culturas, hasta mis años de colegio, universidad y los primeros pasos en mi vida adulta.

Les hablo de creatividad, de decisiones que tomamos sin cuestionar, de relaciones, de búsquedas internas… y de cómo, poco a poco, fui tratando de entender quién soy y hacia dónde quería ir.

También comparto mis primeros acercamientos a Dios, mis dudas, mis aprendizajes y cómo, mirando hacia atrás, puedo ver que cada etapa, incluso las más confusas, tenía un propósito.

Este episodio es como abrir un álbum de recuerdos: una historia contada desde adentro, por alguien que todavía la está viviendo.

Y al final… un momento inesperado que cambiaría mi vida para siempre, y que será el comienzo del próximo capítulo.

Hola, soy Mariana, y les doy la bienvenida al primer episodio de Entre Pasos. Hoy quiero sentarme a compartir con ustedes el inicio de este proyecto que nace desde el corazón. Quiero contarles un poco sobre quién soy, de dónde viene este podcast y cómo he ido dando pasos en la vida, confiando en Dios, incluso cuando no siempre tengo todas las respuestas.

Este espacio es para hablar de la vida de verdad: de los momentos que nos llenan de alegría, de los que nos desafían y de esos en los que nos sentimos inseguros o con miedo. Quiero que Entre Pasos sea un lugar cercano y seguro, donde podamos compartir historias, reflexiones y aprendizajes sin juicios, y donde cada uno pueda sentirse acompañado en su propio camino.

Este podcast no busca tener todas las respuestas ni ser perfecto; nace para abrir conversaciones reales, dar compañía, inspirar y recordarnos que no estamos solos.

Entre pasos, desde el medio del camino, caminamos juntos. Gracias de corazón por acompañarme en este primer episodio… apenas estamos empezando, y me alegra muchísimo que estén aquí.