Join me today for a special episode featuring two incredible guests: Bianca Lara of Lara Skin Studio and Amber Bryson of Dope Focus. Today, we're having an unfiltered conversation about our journeys as entrepreneurs—the challenges, the breakthroughs, and everything in between. Bianca and Amber open up about what drives them, how they stay grounded through it all, and the key lessons they've picked up along the way.  Whether you're a fellow entrepreneur or just love a good origin story, this episode is full of wisdom, laughter, and lots of heart.

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Balance is certainly a myth—especially when you’re juggling work, kids, personal life, and in my case, school too. In this episode of Imbalanced, I’m breaking down what helps me keep everything (somewhat) together — from time management and boundaries to leaning on my village. It’s not perfect, but it’s real. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to do it all, let’s talk about it.

The truth is, I don’t have it all figured out—but I do have a system that helps me (mostly) keep it together. In this episode, I’m sharing how I balance single parenting with work, personal life, and school, and why flexibility, boundaries, and knowing your limits matter.

If you’re trying to find your own rhythm in the chaos, let’s figure it out together ✨ Remember to leave a podcast review! Listen on all streaming sites, follow @imbalancedwithkat on IG and Tiktok for updates and watch on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@kathaleanarodriguez

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It’s been an incredible year, and I couldn’t have done it without you guys. To celebrate Imbalanced Podcast’s 1-year anniversary, I’ve put together a special compilation featuring some of the best moments from the past year. Thank you to all of the guests that joined me in making these conversations even more meaningful. Thank you for being part of the Imbalanced community—whether you’ve been here since day one or just joined the ride, I appreciate you! Sit back, enjoy the highlights, and here’s to another amazing year ahead!

Listed below are the links to each episode in order as shown-

Episode 8 - Pain Sourcing, Fascial Stretch Therapy, Holistic Health with Kendra Peña- Collazo

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000649953418

Episode 1- Love Shouldn’t Hurt with Susanne Post https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000644577173 Episode 13- Navigating Entrepreneurship & Surviving the Beauty Industry Episode 2- Highlighting the Journey of Black Excellence Through History https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000644577038 Episode 4- Self Intimacy with Nicole Hector https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000646346967 Episode 3 - Unpacking Parenting Styles https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000645401323 Episode 16 - 2024 Elections, Voting Consciously, & Community Building with Charles De León https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000673385379 Episode 12- The Impact of Mother- Daughter Trauma with Dr. Dylesia Barner https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000655002798 Episode 5 - Free Palestine with Aya Alarab https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000647485976 Episode 11- Navigating Financial Literacy with Keina Newell https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000654242331 Episode 18 - The Unexpected Diagnosis with Ali Irwin https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000676900355 Episode 10 - The Gifted Event, Relationships, and Self Discovery with Vernon Jackson https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000652804020 Episode 7 - Cosmic Clarity with Vladi Peña https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000649143348 Episode 6- Acceptance, Forgiveness, and Curving the Holiday Blues https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imbalanced-podcast/id1722182810?i=1000648302764

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Welcome back! Today we reflect on the beauty of Bad Bunny's latest Album- Debí Tirar Más Fotos- its traditional mix with modern sounds, his storytelling, and the way it captures the soul of Puerto Rico. We break down the themes of struggle, resilience, and pride woven throughout the music, reflecting on the plight of Puerto Ricans both on the island and in the diaspora. As we analyze Benito’s lyrics and the emotions behind them, I also explain what it means to grow up Boricua pero 'no sabo'—navigating identity, language, and culture while feeling both connected and disconnected at the same time. Whether you speak Spanish fluently, not a lick of it, or everything in between, this album is for everybody. Enjoy! 

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Welcome back and Happy New Year! In this episode, I discuss the surprising benefits of facing life's challenges head-on. Many of us try to avoid stress, some of us try to avoid it at all costs. But what if reducing stress lies in embracing and overcoming obstacles? We explore how taking on challenges can build resilience, boost confidence, and ultimately lower stress levels. So join me as we turn stress into strength in this episode!

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As the year winds down, many of us feel an overwhelming sense of exhaustion—more than just physical fatigue. In this episode, we dive into a powerful message from The Holistic Psychologist, exploring how unmet emotional needs might be quietly fueling our burnout.

I break down why tending to our emotions is just as vital as managing our to-do lists and how neglecting this part of ourselves can leave us drained by year's end. I’ll also share insights and simple practices to help nurture deeper, more fulfilling connections, creating a better foundation for more balance in your life. If you’re ready to stop running on empty and bring more intention into your relationships and self-care, this episode is for you.

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With the intial wave of emotions subsiding, many of us could use a guide to help navigate tough conversations about the election especially as holidays approach. I'll admit, I've had my share of strong reactions following the outcome of the election, but I remain hopeful that we can learn from this moment and keep moving forward together. 

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This week, I'm joined by one of my clients and favorite people, Ali Irwin, to talk about her journey of becoming a mom to a child with developmental differences. We discuss the process of discovering her son's diagnosis and how that led her to help others learn more about it as well. Ali shares her insights into STXBP1, a rare genetic condition that's currently driving new research, while also providing valuable advice for anyone navigating life with a loved one who has special needs. 

For more information on STXBP1 Disorders, visit stxbp1disorders.org and to donate through Jam's portal visit, give.stxbp1disorders.org.

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In part 2 of this episode, we continue to highlight the importance of voting consciously, being aware of all the options presented to us including less popular independent parties. Although we focused mainly on the Green Party, and Socialist Party, there are also other indepedent parties that you can further research. 

Be sure to listen part 1 for our discussion on the community work Charles has done over the years - from speaking out against injustice to working his way through law school to organizing on the streets of Washington, DC and Kansas City, Missouri. His passion for equality, social justice, community, and life in general led me to share this conversation with you all. 

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In this episode, I brought my friend Charles on to discuss the community work he has done over the years- from speaking out against injustice to working his way through law school to organizing on the streets of Washington, DC and Kansas City, Missouri. His passion for equality, social justice, community, and life in general led me to share this conversation with you guys. 

With the upcoming elections, we also thought it would be great to highlight the importance of voting consciously, being aware of all of the options presented to us including less popular independent parties. Although we focused mainly on the Green Party and Socialist Party here, there are also other independent parties that you can research. 

Part 2 will be out next week. Hope you all enjoy!

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