Growing Up Latina

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  • Breaking the Cycle, Healing Latino Families from Intergenerational Trauma Through Therapy | Dr. Mariel Buqué

    We're baaaack!!! And of course we are starting off season 2 with a bang, for our first episode Alyi V welcomes Dr. Mariel Buqué. Dr. Buqué is an Afro-Dominican psychologist. She received her doctorate in counseling psychology from Columbia University, where she also trained as a fellow in holistic mental health. She is a world-renowned intergenerational trauma expert and the author of the book Break the Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma. Her clinical framework is holistic and infuses ancient and indigenous healing practices into a modern, comprehensive therapeutic approach.

    On this episode, we discussed Dr. Buqué's background, her call to heal others, intergenerational healing, therapy, holistic approaches to mental health, her purpose in life, and so much more! This is one your inner child needs.

    Teaser: 00:00:00 - 00:00:49 Intro/Jessie Reyes Clip Reaction: 00:01:21 - 00:06:53 What do you remember from your childhood and family parties in the sala?: 00:06:54-00:12:28 Trauma attached to memories: 00:12:41- 00:18:43 Therapists therapize themselves: 00:18:39 - 00:19:55 Healing from "triggers": 00:19:55 - 00:24:33 Why did she become a therapist?: 00:24:33- 00:29:48 Finding your purpose: 00:29:48 - 00:36:45 Breaking the Cycle: 00:36:45 - 00:41:54 Giving people grace: 00:42:53- 00:49:40 Different ways she uses therapy: 00:49:40- 00:55:25 Therapy for those who can't afford it: 00:55:27 - 1:01:15 Tapping back into inner child: 1:01:26 - 1:02:51 What is her biggest fear? 1:02:51 - 1:05:00 Grieving: 1:05:00 - 1:06:45 Rapid Fire: 1:06:49 - 1:11:26 Her Book Break The Cycle: 1:11:27 - 1:12:26

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    1 hr 13 min
  • Season One: The Finale

    For this week's episode of Growing Up Latina, we welcome some of our amazing ladies throughout season one over dinner. These Boss Babe Latinas will be sharing all about their growing up latina experience through their lens. They discuss family, obstacles, work life, empowerment & most importantly their pride in being a Latina.

    On behalf of the Growing Up Latina Team, we want to thank our guests for coming on the show & sharing their stories with the world. We also want to thank our listeners for tuning in with us every week. Our mission is to share each other's stories in hopes that others resonate with them, are moved by them & know they are not alone. Todas somos mejores juntas que una. Season Two Coming Soon!

    44 min
  • Lorraine Avila Talks Being an Author & The Voice of Her Community

    On this week's episode of Growing Up Latina, we welcome Lorraine Avila onto the show! Lorraine is an author who prides herself in writing and sharing stories that cater to Latin Literature. Through storytelling, this Bronx native allows her community to be seen & heard by educating others on voicing all matters, breaking generational curses, straying away from instilled limiting beliefs & pursuing their dreams.

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    1 hr 1 min
  • Karina F. Daves Talks Finding Her Spiritual Path, Healthy Relationship Dynamic, Personal Growth & Helping Others Do the Same as a Life Coach

    On this week's episode of Growing Up Latina, we welcome Karina F. Daves onto the show! Karina is a life coach & speaker that helps women positively mend and enhance their relationships. This Peruana & Jersey native, shares how her spiritual path and upbringing allowed her to find purpose in placing healthy boundaries & live life on her own terms. Be sure to check out her podcast, One Day At a Time, to learn how to navigate everything relationships have to offer and showing up as your authentic self.

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    1 hr 5 min
  • Nikki Maar On Overcoming Obstacles That Have Shaped Her Life with Healing, Self-care, Motherhood, Entrepreneurship & Spreading Awareness on Sexual Assault.

    On this episode of Growing Up Latina, we welcome Nikki Maar onto the show! She is the owner of Nikki Maar Salon located in West New York, New Jersey and speaks about being a part of the top 25 curly hair products featured on Elle Magazine. Nikki also sheds light on domestic violence, sexual assault and overcoming trauma by reversing her mindset to reclaim her power back. Throughout healing, she has stepped into the essence of being her highest self, an amazing mother, partner, & businesswoman.

    1 hr 28 min
  • Krystal Vega Talks Working at BET to E-News, Starting Two Companies, and Writing an eBook About her Career in Media

    On this week's episode of Growing Up Latina, we welcome Krystal Vega onto the show! Krystal is a multimedia journalist driven by her passion for entertainment, beauty, fashion, and sneaker culture. This native New Yorker and proud, Black and Puertorriqueña, has worked for major media companies like BET, Telemundo, and E-News. In this interview, Krystal tells our host, Alyi V, all about her incredible career in media, how she started two businesses, and what is included in her tell-all eBook about the media industry.

    Lots of great stories that you don't want to miss!!

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    1 hr 12 min
  • Sandra Velasquez talks Pitching Nopalera to Shark Tank, How to Vet Your Investors, and Growing Wealthy as a Latina Entrepreneur

    On this episode of Growing Up Latina, we welcome the CEO of Nopalera, Sandra Velasquez. Sandra launched her luxury bath and body care line in 2020, during the pandemic, and it is now the first Mexican brand to be sold at Nordstrom! Tune in to hear how she grew her company with help from investors, what it was like pitching her brand on Shark Tank, her favorite money manifestation mantra to maintain her abundant mindset, and more! Sandra dropped knowledge and so many gems! Be sure to tune in!

    54 min
  • Melissa Castro Speaks on Family, Gaining Confidence as an Entrepreneur and Launching Her Skincare Line, 'JusMia'.

    On this weeks episode of Growing Up Latina, long-time friend Melissa Castro, CEO of JusMia skincare, joins Alyi V on the podcast. Alyi and Melissa are best friends and have known each other since they were thirteen! The two of them bond over their memories as teens in NYC, discuss Melissa's skincare line, and talk about how her family attributes to her confidence even in adulthood. You wont want to miss this! Stay connected with Us! #GrowingUpLatina #GUL

    1 hr 13 min

About Growing Up Latina

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Growing Up Latina (GUL) podcast hosted by Alyi V and features candid discussions with an assortment of special guests, including Latina viral influencers, artists and other industry figures. These amazing Latina women will share their experiences on what it's like growing up Latina in America and how they have made a name for themselves in their industry.