EPISODE · Jun 25, 2026 · 34 MIN
165. How We Found A New Home in Mexico Without the Guilt
from Viva la Mami - Latina Motherhood, Modern Parenting, Latina Well-Being · host Jessica Cuevas
After 10 months of living in our first house in Mexico, we made a decision that surprised us: we broke our lease early. But this episode isn't just about the logistics of moving - it's about the deeper realization that came with it.I'm sitting down solo to share why we left, what we discovered about housing options in Mexico that I never knew existed, and the uncomfortable (but necessary) conversation about privilege, generational progress, and what it really means to have choices your parents didn't.If you're a child of immigrants navigating the complexity of having more options than your parents did, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down the financial reality, the emotional journey, and the four major lessons I learned that completely shifted how I think about housing in Mexico, privilege, and what it means to want better.For detailed show notes, visit vivalamami.com/episode165What You'll HearWhy we broke our lease after 10 months and the moment we realized we didn't have to settleThe vast variety of housing options in Mexico that shocked me and completely challenged my limited image of what "Mexico" looks likeThe intersection of privilege and gratitude and how to be unapologetic about wanting better while honoring your parents' sacrificeFour critical lessons about perspective, choices, and building the life you deserve without shame or guiltResources MentionedIf you didn't listen to the last episode, do so before this one!One-on-one moving to Mexico consultationsSupport the showSHOP MY NEWEST PRODUCTS - "How to Get Dual Citizenship in Mexico" E-Guide & Digital Course 🇲🇽 🇺🇸Love this episode? Subscribe wherever you are listening, share this episode with an amiga, and leave a review on Apple podcasts.Watch this podcast episode on YouTube!Follow Viva la Mami on Instagram @vivalamamiJoin the Viva la Mami newsletter so you won't miss a thing!Have a suggestion for an episode topic? Click HEREHave a suggestion for a guest? Click HEREVisit the Viva la Mami Websitewww.vivalamami.comHave questions or want to connect? Email us at [email protected]
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After 10 months of living in our first house in Mexico, we made a decision that surprised us: we broke our lease early. But this episode isn't just about the logistics of moving - it's about the deeper realization that came with it. I'm sitting down solo to share why we left, what we discovered about housing options in Mexico that I never knew existed, and the uncomfortable (but necessary) conversation about privilege, generational progress, and what it really means to have choices your paren...
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