Hola! In this episode I was joined by Colette Ghunim, a FirstGen Mexican Palestinian filmmaker. Join us as she shares the different layers that unfolded as she set out to understand her parents' roots and started to reflect on her own. So grateful to have had the opportunity to speak with someone who is doing such amazing work not only through her film but also within her community!

Let us know what resonates from this episode and what question you would have liked me to ask her!

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Get to Know Today's Guest: As a documentary filmmaker and nonprofit co-founder, Colette Ghunim’s soul purpose is to use the power of film and storytelling for those oppressed around the world to be seen, to be heard, and to heal. Her first documentary, The People’s Girls (2016), received over 2 million views and won Best Short Documentary at the Arab Film Festival.

Traces of Home, her first feature-length film, documents her inner quest to find home through unearthing her parent’s forced migrations from Mexico and Palestine. The film, in distribution with Watermelon Pictures and supported by the Sundance Institute, is currently on the festival circuit and won the Grand Jury Prize for Best U.S. Documentary at DOC NYC. Colette is a 2023 Obama Leader and has been highlighted on international outlets such as Huffington Post, Al Jazeera, Univision, and TEDx. 

⁠www.tracesofhome.com

@traceshome
@cocos.sanctuary

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Chapters

02:20 Cultural Disconnection and Identity Awakening

18:15 Unlocking Identity and Cultural Roots

21:12 The Burden of Belonging

25:14 Healing Through Cultural Connections

31:32 Language as a Bridge to Understanding

35:20 Documentary as a Tool for Storytelling

40:14 Finding Home Within

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#Identity #Healing #Documentary #CulturalRoots #IntergenerationalTrauma #SelfLove #Community #FirstGen #Palestine #Mexico

Hola! In this episode I was joined by Esmeralda Garibay, a Latina Holistic Healing Guide for a part 2 and this topic is juicy and applies to us all so ponganse las pilas and listen up!!

Comment what resonates from this episode and what question you would have liked me to ask her!

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Get to Know Today's Guest: I am a Holistic Healing Guide certified in facilitating healing circles, with a specialization in womb healing. As a first-generation Latina, my work is deeply rooted in ancestral wisdom, embodied spirituality, and the resilience passed down through my lineage. My own journey with chronic illness became the doorway to my spiritual awakening and healing path.

When conventional medicine could not offer deeper answers, I was called inward to listen to my body, my spirit, and the unseen layers of healing beyond science alone. Through this process, I learned how to alchemize pain into wisdom and reconnect with the innate intelligence of the body. Today, I hold sacred space for those seeking healing beyond the limitations of traditional systems. I weave together ritual, energy work, ancestral remembrance, and intuitive guidance infusing everything I do with intention, reverence, and a touch of magic. My mission is to support others in remembering their own power, reconnecting with their womb wisdom, and reclaiming wholeness on their own terms.

⁠Website with General Information ⁠

Tiktok - ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@_divinacollective_?_r=1&_t=ZT-93dRTYdvWcn ⁠

Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/_divinacollective_/ ⁠

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Chapters

04:01 The Burden of Expectations on First-Gens

07:46 Chronic Illness and the Need to Slow Down

17:36 Learning to Ask for Help

20:26 Rewiring Family Dynamics and Personal Boundaries

28:19 The Connection Between Trauma and Physical Health

33:41 Integrating Medical and Holistic Approaches

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#ChronicIllness
#Healing
#FirstGeneration
#FeminineEnergy
#EnergyWork
#SelfCare
#GenerationalCycles
#EmotionalHealth
#SpiritualHealing
#Autoimmune

My goal with the podcast episodes is always to yes, highlight the struggle pero also the light, the hope, the possibility... When the Aliento team first reached out l I thought ... I want to make sure this episode doesn't just speak on what is making this experience difficult for our community with DACA but also resources ... and I am grateful to Ileana and the Aliento team for coming onto the podcast but also the important resources they provide to our community and the work that they do!!

Let us know what has helped you get through these times in the comments.

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Get to Know Today's Guest: Ileana Salinas is a mental health advocate, and singer-songwriter originally from Mexico City. She migrated to Phoenix, Arizona at 15, where she became active in immigrant justice efforts as a student at Arizona State University. Since earning her degree in Psychology, Ileana has supported advocacy for the DREAM Act and DACA, and led grassroots efforts in Arizona and Texas.Her work blends community healing, education, and the arts.

As the first Art & Healing Program Collaborator at Aliento, she helped shape bilingual programming for immigrant children, youth, and families. Inspired by her role as a singer at vigils and protests, she studied music at PVCC and ASU, exploring its therapeutic impact.

Currently the Cultiva Program Manager at Aliento, Ileana leads a team of 15+ facilitators, expanding arts and healing programming to schools across Arizona. She is passionate about using the arts to promote mental wellness in the community.

http://alientoaz.org/resources

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Aliento and Its Mission

05:52 The Impact of DACA on Mental Health

09:01 Navigating Uncertainty and Anxiety

11:46 The Evolution of DACA and Its Implications

18:07 Tools for Coping and Self-Management

20:54 Finding Hope and Possibilities

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#DACA #MentalHealth #ImmigrantSupport #CommunityResilience #Hope #SystemicChallenges #Advocacy #SelfCare #Empowerment

Hola! In this episode I was joined by Esmeralda Garibay, a latina Holistic Healing Guide. Yalllll I am so grateful that each guest has brought such different and yet connected stories/conversation ✨ it is simply beautiful that although many of us are walking 'traditional paths' our experiences have also led us to tap into the more unconventional, magical parts of life.

Let us know what resonates from this episode and what question you would have liked me to ask her!

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Get to Know Today's Guest: I am a Holistic Healing Guide certified in facilitating healing circles, with a specialization in womb healing. As a first-generation Latina, my work is deeply rooted in ancestral wisdom, embodied spirituality, and the resilience passed down through my lineage. My own journey with chronic illness became the doorway to my spiritual awakening and healing path.

When conventional medicine could not offer deeper answers, I was called inward to listen to my body, my spirit, and the unseen layers of healing beyond science alone. Through this process, I learned how to alchemize pain into wisdom and reconnect with the innate intelligence of the body. Today, I hold sacred space for those seeking healing beyond the limitations of traditional systems. I weave together ritual, energy work, ancestral remembrance, and intuitive guidance infusing everything I do with intention, reverence, and a touch of magic. My mission is to support others in remembering their own power, reconnecting with their womb wisdom, and reclaiming wholeness on their own terms.

Website with General Information

Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@_divinacollective_?_r=1&_t=ZT-93dRTYdvWcn 

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_divinacollective_/ 

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Chapters

01:09 Overcoming Early Challenges

07:24 Navigating School and Social Dynamics

25:50 Spiritual Connections and Family Bonds

29:31 Chronic Illness and the Journey to Healing

54:35 Empowerment Through Self-Advocacy and Healing

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#SpiritualAwakening #ChronicIllness #EnergyHealing #FirstGen #LatinxHealing #Intuition #Autoimmune #MexicoHealthcare #TraumaHealing #Empowerment

Hola! Welcome to part 2 with Leylee Morris, a Latina licensed therapist and coach.

Let us know what resonates from this episode and what question you would have liked me to ask her!

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Check Out Leylee's Work & Services: ⁠www.rootedlovecounseling.com⁠

⁠https://www.instagram.com/rootedlovecounseling/⁠

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Chapters

01:41 Embracing Imperfection and Authenticity

05:06 Understanding Privilege and Safety in Authenticity

11:40 Navigating Urgency and Control

15:56 Authenticity in Relationships

24:04 Reparative Conversations and Boundaries

27:43 Self-Validation and Empowerment

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#selflove #authenticity #boundaries #mentalhealth #healing #selfcompassion #personalgrowth #therapy #spiritualpractice #emotionalresilience

Hola! In this episode I was joined by Leylee Morris, a Latina licensed therapist and coach. With over 10 years of experience in her field she has created her private practice Rooted Love Counseling. In this episode, we talk about what it means to “root into” what has become clear for us in our experiences - moving beyond just understanding ourselves and learning how to actually feel, embody, and trust what’s already within us. We talk about parts work, generational patterns, relationships, and the shift from survival to choice.

Let us know what resonates from this episode and what question you would have liked me to ask her!

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Check Out Leylee's Work & Services: www.rootedlovecounseling.com

https://www.instagram.com/rootedlovecounseling/

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Chapters

11:01 The Complexity of Inner Work

13:52 Childhood Patterns and Adult Responses

16:52 The Impact of Family Dynamics

19:39 Emotions and Regulation

25:24 Honoring the Past While Creating a New Future

37:43 The Role of Plant Medicine in Healing

44:29 Exploring Diverse Healing Modalities

51:17 Authenticity and Community Support

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#selfdiscovery #healing #spiritualawakening #plantmedicine #ancestralconnection #boundaries #selflove #therapy #mentalhealth #community

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Chapters

05:01 Personal Anecdotes and Random Facts

09:00 Creative Exploration and Self-Discovery

26:07 Finding Purpose in Transition

30:59 Community Building and Personal Growth

42:05 Living Authentically and Embracing Mortality

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#First Gen #Personal Growth #Spirituality #Authenticity #LifeLessons #Healing #Manifestation #Latina #Self-Discovery #Resilience

Hola! Yazmin Garcia, a Latina Artist came back for a part two with us where we get to dig a little deeper and get honest about how "im in a healing era" isnt as cute as it sounds but instead it's a challenging yet rewarding experience.

Let us know what resonates from this episode and what question you would have liked me to ask her!

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Get to Know Today's Guest: Yazmín García is a Latina artist born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. After reconnecting with her roots during a life-changing return to Mexico, she found her voice through art in 2020. Her work honors culture, healing, and personal growth, inspiring others to embrace their stories and dreams.

You can view her work here: ⁠Sagrario Arte Studio⁠

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Hola! In this episode I was joined by Yazmin Garcia, a Latina Artist who created Sagrario Arte Studio. This episode's topic I feel is soooo relevant to the First Gen experience and the layers that Yazmin brings in paint such a relatable picture as to why many of us move through life meeting expectations without asking why.

Let us know what resonates from this episode and what question you would have liked me to ask her!

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Get to Know Today's Guest: Yazmín García is a Latina artist born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. After reconnecting with her roots during a life-changing return to Mexico, she found her voice through art in 2020. Her work honors culture, healing, and personal growth, inspiring others to embrace their stories and dreams.

You can view her work here: Sagrario Arte Studio

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Chapters

09:02 Postpartum Challenges

25:56 Facing the Fear of the Unknown

33:25 The Role of Art in Healing

37:42 Navigating Expectations and Pressure

43:52 Questioning the Path of Fulfillment

48:05 Finding Your Own Voice and Identity

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#LatinaHealing #Immigration #MentalHealth #Art #SelfDiscovery #CulturalExpectations #Postpartum #Trauma #Empowerment

Get to Know Today's Guests: We’re three sisters—living different lives, coming together to talk about it all. We hope our stories reach someone who needs it, because life’s too short to hold it in… talk about it, cry about it, and spill it.

Check Out their Socials & Podcast:

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@spill.it.hermana

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@SpillItHermana

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#motherhood #careertransition #personalgrowth #worklifebalance #emotionalresilience #selfdiscovery #healing #therapy #firstgeneration #personalgrowth #familybalance #mentalhealth #empowerment

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Chapters

The Impact of Motherhood on Identity

Balancing Hobbies and Motherhood

The Cycle of Caregiving and Self-Discovery

The Tug of War Between Guilt and Fulfillment

Unpacking Childhood Memories and Trauma