Querida Latina

In this heartfelt episode, Tania Cruz-Sanchez shares her journey navigating bicultural and bi-religious marriage, faith, and identity.

Discover how she balances her Salvadorian roots, Canadian upbringing, and her husband's Trinidadian and Hindu background, fostering understanding and respect in a multicultural relationship.

Chapters:

00:00 Navigating Bicultural Identities

04:21 Faith and Personal Growth

08:59 Interfaith Marriage Dynamics

18:08 Building a Future Together

22:23 Navigating Religious Identity and Baptism

25:42 Marriage Across Cultures and Religions

35:38 Communication in Bicultural Relationships

In this episode of Querida Latina, Violeta, a first-generation Latina, military veteran, and real estate investor, shares how she leveraged her military income to purchase her first home and turn it into a rental property, launching her journey toward financial freedom.

She discusses the mindset shifts, practical steps, and lessons she learned along the way, and how she now helps other Latinas invest in rental properties to build wealth, create financial independence, and contribute to affordable housing in their communities. 💫

Violeta's Instagram:

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In this episode of Querida Latina, host Anahi speaks with Valentina, a Colombian immigrant storyteller and podcast host.

They discuss Valentina's journey from Colombia to the United States, her struggles with identity and belonging, and her recent return to Colombia.

Valentina shares her experiences with solo travel, the importance of community, and the healing power of storytelling through her podcast.

The conversation also touches on personal growth, the challenges faced by Latinas in their 20s, and the significance of honoring one's past while embracing the future.

Doce Podcast Instagram:

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In this episode of Querida Latina, host Anahi speaks with Delia Ruiz, a Latina educator and author, about her new children's book that explores love languages within Latino families.

Delia shares her journey as an ESL teacher, the challenges she faced in creating effective programs for her students, and the lack of representation in children's literature that inspired her to write her own stories.

The conversation delves into the significance of love languages, the impact of storytelling on ESL students, and the evolving narratives around affection in Latino families.

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Delia's IG:

⁠Delia Ruiz 📚 Latinx Bookstagram (@aventuras.en.esl) • Instagram photos and videos⁠

In this episode of Querida Latina, host Anahi engages in a heartfelt conversation with Edna, a success coach dedicated to empowering first-generation and eldest daughters.

Edna shares her personal journey from feeling burnt out as a caretaker to discovering her passion for coaching. She speaks on the importance of self-care and mental health, particularly for those who often prioritize the needs of their families over their own aspirations.

The discussion delves into the challenges of balancing familial expectations with personal fulfillment, highlighting the struggle many women face in separating their identities from their roles as caregivers and achievers.

Edna's IG:

⁠Edna Navarro 🦋✨ Success Coach | 1st Gen Latinas (@edna_yadira) • Instagram photos and videos⁠

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In this episode of Querida Latina, host Anahi engages in a heartfelt conversation with Edna, a success coach dedicated to empowering first-generation and eldest daughters.

Edna shares her personal journey from feeling burnt out as a caretaker to discovering her passion for coaching. She speaks on the importance of self-care and mental health, particularly for those who often prioritize the needs of their families over their own aspirations.

The discussion delves into the challenges of balancing familial expectations with personal fulfillment, highlighting the struggle many women face in separating their identities from their roles as caregivers and achievers.

Edna's IG:

⁠Edna Navarro 🦋✨ Success Coach | 1st Gen Latinas (@edna_yadira) • Instagram photos and videos⁠

Podcast IG:

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In this episode of Querida Latina, I share my experience of buying my first car, a significant milestone that prompts deeper reflections on adulthood, family dynamics, and emotional growth.

I speak on the challenges of transitioning into a new phase of life, embracing change, and the excitement and fear that come with it. 

In this episode of Querida Latina, host Anahi interviews Lizette Ramirez, an author and mental health advocate, about her journey in writing her book, Silent Lotus. They discuss breaking generational cycles, the importance of mental health, and the challenges of postpartum depression. Lizette shares her personal experiences and insights on motherhood, therapy, and the cultural expectations faced by first-generation Latinas.

Lizette's IG:

⁠Lizette Hernandez Ramirez (@writeandshineliz) • Instagram photos and videos⁠

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In this conversation, Jazmin “Yaz” Ocampo (pronounced Yahsz-meen) underscores a core belief that guides both her personal journey and her work: caring for oneself is essential to caring for others. She speaks to the need for strategic caring honoring the passion to serve while prioritizing personal well-being so that individuals can show up more grounded, aligned, and impactful in their communities.

Born and raised in Chicago’s Gage Park neighborhood to Mexican immigrant parents, Yaz is deeply committed to centering Black and Brown joy. As a wellness coach, she empowers people to take meaningful steps toward fuller, more authentic lives by prioritizing their health and cultivating mindset, movement, and energy practices that support community-rooted healing. Currently a yoga instructor in training, she blends these modalities to help others embrace wellness in accessible and empowering ways.

Professionally, Yaz works in Data & Evaluations at AMPT: Advancing Nonprofits, where she supports small Black- and Latine-led organizations on Chicago’s South and West sides in strengthening their sustainability and organizational health. She also serves as Board Secretary for Fields of Dreams Chicago, a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing the genius, wellness, and leadership of Black and Latinx middle school youth as they transform their communities.

Beyond her professional and coaching roles, Yaz shares her own evolving wellness journey through social media documenting everything from yoga and strength training to caring for her 75+ plants, practicing salsa, trying simple nourishing recipes, meeting new people, and stretching beyond her comfort zone. Her mission, both online and offline, is to inspire others to explore what a thriving, joyful, and well-balanced life can look like for themselves.

Jazmin's Socials:

Biosite: ⁠https://bio.site/yazzy.yayy⁠ 

IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/yazzy_yayy⁠ 

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@yazzy.yayy⁠ 

YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@yazzy_yayy⁠ 

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jazminocampo11 ⁠

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In this milestone 50th episode of Querida Latina, I reflect on my journey of faith, empowerment, and personal growth.

I share the challenges and triumphs of podcasting, the importance of celebrating small wins, and the power of Latina voices in breaking barriers.

I discuss my experiences with self-doubt, the impact of spirituality, and the significance of reclaiming one's voice in a world that often encourages silence.