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Navigating the Complexities of Mental Health

We engage in a comprehensive discussion with mental health expert Eda Franco, where we debunk common misconceptions surrounding mental health and emphasize its spectrum nature. The conversation spans topics like societal stigma and the influence of various factors on mental well-being. We delve into generational mental health and highlighting the importance of self-care and mindfulness.

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Honoring Yourself: The Journey to Self-Love

Listen in as we welcome spiritual advisor, medium, and all-around beautiful soul, Vida Valdes to discuss the topic of self-love and how we can start showing up for ourselves. Vida helps us understand that learning to love ourselves is crucial to personal growth, self-acceptance, and understanding who we really are. Don't miss this episode packed with lessons on self-love, inner growth, and setting boundaries!

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Big Food: America’s Formidable Predator

Our food choices greatly impact our health. Processed foods, while convenient, often contain harmful ingredients that contribute to serious health issues like obesity and heart disease. Meanwhile, the sugar industry's deceptive influence has skewed dietary guidelines, leading to further health consequences. Food is our medicine so the food we eat plays a crucial role in our overall health.

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Dis Us

We're ending season 1 on a fun and light note. We get into all the things about us—what we love, hate and what inspires us. Tune in and get to know us better.

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Unveiling the Layers of Caribbean History

This episode is an enlightening journey through the annals of Caribbean history, a must-listen for anyone keen on understanding the Caribbean's past and its impact on our present day. Tune in to delve deeper into the enthralling stories of strength, struggle, and resilience in the Caribbean.

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Navigating Boundaries

Previously, we discussed establishing boundaries, but how do you implement them once set? In this episode/blog post, we explore how navigating boundaries shapes our lives. Our featured guest, Dhayana Alejandrina, a poet and author, joins us to talk about her journey, how her writing reflects it, and how she manages pushback on her boundaries. Throughout our discussion, we reflect on the pivotal role of self-love in this process.

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Unearthing the Power of Authenticity

Explore the journey of authenticity with artist Victor John Madrid Villanueva in this inspiring blog post. Learn about Victor's personal and professional journey, his perspective on societal labels, and his advice on staying true to oneself. This post is a celebration of authenticity, self-discovery, and personal growth.

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Ancestral Healing: Unraveling Generational Curses

There's no magic bullet or pill for true long-term, lasting healing. The flip side is that this short-term discomfort of going through the healing will get you where you need to be. Naomi of Om Body and Soul walks us through what shadow work is, how it can help you in your journey through life, and breaking generational curses.

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Prioritizing Self-care

Do you ever say to yourself you don't have time for self-care? When you think about self-care, do you think about a spa day, getting your hair and nails done? We dive into this topic and discuss what it means when we say self-care, what it looks like, and how we can incorporate it into our busy lives.

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