Holding An Inner Teen Seance for my Hidden Parts
Smells like Teen Spirit– Waiting on My Ruca I grew up in a suburb of Long Beach, CA where we kids rode bikes to eachother´s
Smells like Teen Spirit– Waiting on My Ruca I grew up in a suburb of Long Beach, CA where we kids rode bikes to eachother´s
Marianismo can be a legacy burden with a constant inner voice reminding us to be a polite good daughter — always available, always smiling, always considering everyone so much that considering herself feels like a problem. We could call that the Guilt of Marianismo. So why don’t we talk about it as a toxic social construct? And what epigenetic magic do our ancestors teach us when we finally do?

I never believed in serendipity until I met Sofia Mendoza during the pandemic. A talented social worker and creative force, Sofia blends laughter and deep conversation seamlessly. In this episode of Confetti All Around, we explore her journey, the art of crochet, and the power of reciprocity in friendship and community. Join us for an inspiring chat that highlights the beauty of unexpected connections.

I want to say now that what I love about my decision to be vulnerable and curious, is it has led me to wonderful conversations

Should I just start this blog post off with a mini title called, “I’m not crying, YOU’RE Crying?!” because that is how my conversations with
Listen to Confetti All Around Season 2 Episode 11 “Legacy Burdens and Legacy Resources” In this solo episode Cynthia highlights her latest workbook The ABC’s
This title is enticing on purpose, because Latinidad is often an invisible burden we are faced to carry alone, and no complaining. When thinking of
It was May of 2020, 10 years after I received my B.A. in Chicano/Latino Studies from Cal State Long Beach. I was pacing the halls

My Marianismo can fit like a cape that in one swipe of my arm and keeping perfectly silent can help me become invisible. Just. like. that!
Map how colonization shaped your inheritance and choose what to carry forward.
For daughters breaking cycles.