What does women’s strength look like in midlife?
In this episode of The Stronger Stuff Show, Minna sits down with ArtBites founder, chef, art historian and Eva Longoria’s Hungry for History podcast co-host Maite Gómez-Rejón - for an honest, deeply human conversation about identity, creativity, love, loss, and reinvention.
Together, they laugh and cry as they dive into how their live’s hardest moments haven’t just challenged them - they’ve revealed their Stronger Stuff.
From her Mexican-American heritage to building a creative career, navigating grief after the loss of her father, and moving through perimenopause, Maite shares what it really means to stay with yourself through change.
This conversation weaves laughter & vulnerability as they reflect on:
- Finding strength in dual identity & cultural roots
- Moving through grief & rediscovering purpose
- The power of female friendship & community
- Creativity as a calling not just a career
- Menopause, mental health & midlife shifts
- Letting go of “all or nothing” thinking
- Trusting the process & yourself even in dark seasons
This is what Stronger Stuff looks like in real life:
Not hardness, perfection, or pushing - but honesty, connection, and the courage to stay.
Perfect for listeners navigating:
- Burnout & identity shifts
- Menopause & hormonal change
- Creativity, purpose & belonging
- Loss, growth & starting again
00:00 Celebrating Gen X Women’s Stronger Stuff
01:50 Maite's Journey to Times Square NYC
04:51 Recognition & Awards: The Latino Spirit Award
08:29 Reflections on LA & Cultural Identity
13:08 The Impact of Immigration & Community
18:00 Challenges Facing the Latino Community Today
21:08 Heritage & Culinary Contributions
25:32 Friendship & Support Systems
28:35 The Role of Community in Personal Growth
31:04 Starting a Business: ArtBites
36:17 The Power of Collaboration & Experience
38:25 Navigating Life's Challenges & Personal Loss
44:07 Finding Strength Through Adversity - The Today Show
48:16 Adapting to Change & Growth
51:58 Understanding Hormonal Changes & Self-Care
58:24 Overcoming Dark Times & Trusting the Process
01:04:46 Our Real Stronger Stuff
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