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What happens when your child’s healing journey becomes the catalyst for your own?

In the very first episode of Herstory Is Medicine, I’m joined by Ryanne—a storyteller, activist, and practitioner of traditional Curanderismo and ancestral plant and amphibian medicines.

In 2019, Ryanne’s 10-year-old son was diagnosed with stage four cancer. As she walked alongside him through his cancer journey, she experienced firsthand the life-saving role of Western medicine while also beginning to question what other layers of healing were needed for her son, herself, and her family.

What began as a mother doing everything she could for her child became a catalyst for Ryanne’s own healing journey.

It led her back to ancestral knowledge, traditional healing practices, plants, and teachings that were nearly lost within her family. Today, her work is rooted in Mexica and Andean-Amazonian teachings and centers on collective healing, decolonization, sovereignty, and the remembrance of ancestral traditions.

In this deeply personal conversation, we talk about motherhood, her son’s cancer journey, the relationship between Western and traditional medicine, reconnecting with ancestral wisdom, and what it means to carry these traditions forward with humility, respect, and responsibility.

Ryanne’s story doesn’t end with her own healing. What she began reclaiming for herself eventually became something she could bring into her family and community.

This conversation is about more than healing. It’s about remembering.

Because sometimes the story that changes your life becomes the medicine you carry forward.

Welcome to first episode of Herstory Is Medicine.

Get in touch: Ryanne's IG 

00:00
Introduction to Rihanna and her background

01:52
Her family's lineage of healers and childhood memories

04:00
Her son's cancer diagnosis and initial reactions

09:53
Understanding Sobadora and traditional healing practices

19:58
Her journey with combo and Bufo medicines

30:08
The emotional release and healing through medicines

39:59
Navigating the medical system and holistic alternatives

45:50
The integration of indigenous medicines into her life

48:00
Reflections on healing, trauma, and ancestral wisdom

50:50
Ryanne’s Advice for Mothers and Advocates for Family Healing

01:00:23
The Power of Personal Transformation and Collective Healing

01:05:56
Final Reflections and Messages for Listeners

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In this honest and vulnerable episode, I’m sharing a personal reflection on what it means to outgrow part of our lives—and the quiet, persistent intuition that tells us when it’s time for something to change.

I’m also sharing why I made the decision to rename this podcast (tune in to find out what it is) and what this new chapter means to me.

For me, this change isn’t about starting over. It’s about honoring the journey I’ve already walked, trusting the woman I’m becoming, and allowing the podcast to evolve alongside me.

I talk about intuition, alignment, trusting your soul’s path, letting go of identities and stories that no longer fit, and finding the courage to make changes even when you don’t have all the answers.

It's about honoring the wisdom that comes from lived experience, trusting the subtle nudges within us, and giving ourselves permission to evolve.

Because our stories aren’t meant to stay the same.

They grow. They change. They teach us.

And sometimes, the very story we’ve lived becomes the medicine we’re here to share.🪶

Timestamps

00:00 - Introducing the episode and the coming changes

01:02 - Starting over and setting the tone for a vulnerable update

04:42 - Why recent life changes have affected the podcast rhythm

06:53 - Considering whether to pause, slow down, or continue

08:25 - The first signs that a name change was coming

09:19 - Looking back at how the original title was born

11:31 - Realizing the old name no longer fit

13:03 - Meditation, ceremony, and asking for guidance

14:56 - Recognizing when something feels off but familiar

15:55 - Permission to outgrow what no longer aligns

17:14 - Why stories are medicine for both speaker and listener

18:47 - Story as lineage, inheritance, and healing memory

20:08 - The medicine of being witnessed and speaking truth

21:15 - What stays the same beyond the name change

22:32 - Reflection on what in your own life may need to be released

23:33 - Two years, 66 episodes, and the meaning of moving forward

24:31 - What listeners can do next and how to stay connected

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A year ago, I shared the beginning of my journey into the world of plants and herbalism. At the time, I was learning how to make herbal teas, infused oils, natural skincare, and simple remedies for me and my family. I knew plants held incredible healing properties, but I had no idea how deeply they would transform me from the inside out.

In this solo episode, I'm reflecting on where that journey has taken me over the past year. After completing one plant healing program and now continuing my studies in spiritual self-healing, medicine making, and building relationships with plants, my perspective continues to shift.

This path has become about so much more than herbs. It's taught me how to slow down, trust my intuition, cultivate presence, and reconnect with nature as a source of wisdom, healing, and guidance.

Whether you're curious about herbalism, interested in holistic healing, or simply longing to feel more grounded and connected, I hope this conversation encourages you to see nature in a new way and reminds you that healing often begins with simply paying attention.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Reflecting on where my plant journey began one year ago
• The difference between using herbs and building relationships with plants
• What I've learned through plant meditation and spiritual connection
• How medicine making has become a mindful and intentional practice
• The emotional and spiritual ways plants have supported my healing
• Lessons nature continues to teach me about trust, patience, and presence
• Simple ways to begin reconnecting with the natural world

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There comes a moment in life when what once felt aligned begins to feel complete—not because it was wrong, but because you've grown into a different version of yourself.

In this personal episode, I'm sharing the story behind my decision to leaving a company I'd worked with 7 years as a holistic health coach and moving into a new position. This isn't just about changing careers; it's about honoring the seasons of our lives, trusting our intuition, and finding the courage to answer the quiet whispers calling us toward expansion.

If you're standing at a crossroads, sensing that something in your life is shifting, or wondering whether it's for a change that supports your evolution, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why every season of life has a purpose—even the ones we eventually outgrow.
• How to recognize the difference between fear and your intuition.
• The power of honoring endings with gratitude while embracing new beginnings.

✨ If you're ready to reconnect with yourself and navigate your own season of transformation with compassionate support, I'd love to walk alongside you. I help women reconnect with themselves and cultivate sustainable, holistic self-care—without guilt—so they can create a life that feels calmer, more intentional, and deeply nourishing from the inside out. 

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and episode overview
00:31 Marissa shares her personal journey and decision to leave her job
02:26 The importance of honoring seasons and trusting intuition
04:38 Grounding and mindfulness practice
09:51 Trusting the timing of life and recognizing signs
11:00 Reflecting on past experiences and lessons learned
14:34 The concept of expansion and growth
21:20 Balancing gratitude and fear during transitions
27:46 Letting go with gratitude and embracing new opportunities
42:37 Final thoughts: Every season has a purpose
43:24 Supporting women through seasons of change

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In this powerful episode of A Mother's Journey to Holistic Health and Healing, I sit down with energy healing practitioner Macarena to explore how one of life's most heartbreaking experiences—a miscarriage—became the catalyst for profound spiritual awakening, healing, and purpose.

Macarena shares her deeply personal journey through grief, loss, and the search for meaning. After years of seeking answers through various healing modalities, spiritual practices, and external experiences, she discovered that true healing begins within. She opens up about how being guided to energy healing transformed her life, helping her reconnect with her intuition, soul purpose, and gifts.

Together, we discuss spiritual awakening, energy healing, divine unconditional love, and the difference between authentic healing and spiritual bypassing. Macarena also shares how her journey led her to create Divine Love Quantum Healing, a modality rooted in helping others heal and remember who they truly are.

Whether you're navigating grief, feeling disconnected from yourself, searching for purpose, or curious about energy healing and spiritual growth, this conversation offers hope, inspiration, and a reminder that even our deepest pain can become a doorway to transformation.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Spiritual awakening through grief
• Intuition and reconnecting with your authentic self
• Shadow work and emotional healing
• Spiritual bypassing versus true healing
• Divine unconditional love
• Energy healing and quantum healing
• Finding purpose through life's challenges

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Chapters

00:00 The Journey to Holistic Healing
08:04 Understanding Divine Love Quantum Healing
15:08 The Concept of Codes in Healing
21:25 The Role of Elements in Healing
25:50 Exploring Various Healing Modalities
27:17 Unlocking Inner Gifts and Healing Powers
28:29 The Dark Night of the Soul
30:36 Layers of Healing: Overcoming Life's Hardships
32:31 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Healing
34:14 The Interconnectedness of Healing Layers
36:30 Trusting the Healing Process
38:27 Life-Changing Moments in the Healing Journey
40:14 Finding Balance in Healing and Daily Life
43:05 The Power of Energy Healing
48:46 Transformative Experiences Through Healing
51:30 The Exhaustion of Modern Life
52:46 Seeing Beyond the Physical: Energetic Awareness
53:53 Misconceptions About Energy Healing
56:27 The Journey of Self-Discovery
58:40 Navigating Global Suffering and Personal Healing
01:01:33 The Role of Unconditional Love in Healing
01:05:42 Understanding Money as Energy Exchange
01:06:25 Grounding and Energy Healing Practice
01:12:07 The Power of Light Language
01:13:21 Following the Heart's Calling

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In this solo episode, I explore the true meaning of rest, its importance for holistic health, and practical ways to incorporate rest and self-care into daily life, especially for us busy moms. I also share personal rituals, reflections on ancestral wisdom, and actionable tips to restore your energy and well-being.

Main Topics:

• How cultural and ancestral perceptions influence our understanding of rest
• The importance of listening to your body and acknowledging emotions
• Rituals for grounding: sacred smoke, prayers, and mindfulness practices
• Redefining rest as replenishing and restoring energy
• Practical steps for integrating rest into daily life despite guilt or external expectations
• The role of self-compassion and mindfulness in emotional healing and self-care
• How grief and trauma can impact our capacity to rest and recharge

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and personal reflection on solo podcast

00:29
Behind the scenes of podcast recording and setting intentions

01:00
Reflecting on the message of rest and its significance

02:20
The ritual of sacred space and incense lighting

06:37
Initial thoughts on what comes to mind when thinking of rest

07:14
Historical perspective: ancestors and their relationship with rest

08:40
Modern society's view of productivity and rest

09:53
What does rest look like today and how does it feel in the body

10:44
Emotional reasons for always being on the go and coping mechanisms

12:12
The impact of suppressing emotions and the importance of acknowledgment

14:21
Redefining rest as restoration and replenishment

16:16
Different ways to think about rest: energy, joy, and activity

17:40
Physical and mental signs of exhaustion and the need for rest

19:24
Practical exercises: body awareness and asking what is needed

21:28
Reflecting on how we perceive others resting and our reactions

22:55
Small steps to incorporate rest and reduce load

24:19
Simple joys and rituals that replenish energy

26:44
Personal reflections on grief, energy, and balancing rest

28:08
The importance of giving permission to rest and practical tips

29:05
Closing thoughts and encouragement to practice rest

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In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Jessica Cuevas, founder of Viva La Mami, podcaster, coach, speaker, and mother of two, to explore her family's courageous decision to leave the United States and move to Mexico in search of a more aligned, culturally connected way of life.

After spending her entire life in the U.S., Jessica felt called to reconnect with her Mexican roots, create a different future for her children, and redefine what success, motherhood, and belonging truly meant for her family.

Together, we discuss the emotional, mental, and spiritual journey of making such a life-changing decision, the realities of moving abroad with young children, the challenges of navigating identity and culture, and the healing that can emerge when we reconnect with our heritage.

This conversation is about courage, motherhood, generational healing, cultural reclamation, and trusting yourself enough to create a life that feels like home.

In this episode, we get into:

• Why Jessica chose to leave the United States
• Reconnecting with Mexican culture and identity
• The emotional realities of moving abroad with children
• Motherhood, healing, and generational change
• Redefining success outside societal expectations
• Building community and belonging in a new place
• Navigating fear, uncertainty, through the process of relocating

Connect with Jessica

• Viva La Mami Podcast
• Jessica Cuevas on Instagram
• Jessica's Website

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In today’s episode, I’m welcoming back Sonia Fregoso for an inspiring and soul-expanding conversation around motherhood, intuition, somatics, and tarot as a healing modality.

When Sonia first came on the podcast, she vulnerably shared her journey healing from childhood sexual trauma through somatic work, spirituality, and plant medicine-assisted psychedelic therapy while navigating pregnancy after infertility. Now, one year later, she returns in a completely new season — motherhood, deeper spiritual embodiment, and the creation of a beautiful oracle deck she co-created with her sister.

Together, we explore how tarot can become a powerful tool for self-awareness, nervous system healing, intuition, reflection, and ancestral connection rather than something to fear. Sonia also shares how her work has evolved, what motherhood has taught her about healing, and the intention behind creating a deck rooted in wisdom, healing, and reconnection.

This conversation is for anyone navigating healing, burnout, identity shifts, motherhood, spirituality, or the desire to reconnect back to themselves in a deeper way.

In this episode we talk about:
✨ Tarot as a healing modality & the misconceptions
✨ Somatic healing & nervous system work
✨ Healing trauma & reconnecting to intuition
✨ Motherhood & identity shifts
✨ The creation of Sonia’s new tarot deck
✨ Reclaiming self-trust 

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Sonia's IG

Slow Down Podcast

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In this episode, I sit with Brooke Orloff, a mother, doula, lactation counselor, and co-founder of the Mone Wellness app, to have an honest conversation about postpartum healing, grief, spiritual awakening, maternal mental health, and the often-overlooked realities of the fourth trimester. 

Brooke shares her journey through loss, including the passing of her father, and how that experience opened the door to profound healing and support through motherhood—including her healing work with horses.

We get into:

• The reality of postpartum recovery and the importance of ongoing support
• Healing through connection with horses and nature as energetic beings
• Reclaiming identity and creating systems of support that honor maternal health
• Practical self-care tips for moms in the chaos of daily life
• The origin story of the Mone Wellness app and its mission to support women holistically

This episode is for the mom navigating postpartum, grief, feeling overwhelmed, or seeking deeper healing in motherhood—you are not alone. 

Mone Wellness IG

Mone Website

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What if the way you’ve been taught to care for your body… was never designed for motherhood?

In this episode, I’m joined by Roxy, a holistic therapist and coach supporting Latina women and mothers over 30. With 15 years in mental health, she shares her personal journey from a controlling relationship with nutrition and fitness to a more compassionate, sustainable approach after becoming a mom of two.

We explore how motherhood shifts your identity, body, and capacity—and why so many women feel overwhelmed and burned out when they can’t keep up with wellness expectations.

We talk about the pressure to “do it all,” the guilt many moms feel when they can’t keep up, and how nervous system regulation, mental health, and cultural influences play a role in burnout.

This is a conversation about letting go of perfection, breaking generational patterns, and redefining what health looks like in motherhood.

If you’re ready to release perfection and care for yourself in a way that actually supports your life—this episode is for you.

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