84. Honoring Latinx/Latine Heritage Month: Reflecting, Celebrating, and Building Community

Welcome to another solo episode! In this solo episode I share my thoughts on why it’s crucial to understand the significance of Latinx/Latine Heritage Month, both personally and collectively. This special period runs from September 15 through October 15, covering the anniversaries of independence for several Latin American countries as well as Mexico. The essence of Latine Heritage Month lies in elevating our communities, celebrating our contributions, and honoring our ancestors' struggles. This period is an opportunity for intentional reflection on our roles and responsibilities in making a meaningful impact on society. It's about asking ourselves, "What is the mark I want to leave inon this country? " Our responsibility goes beyond mere acknowledgment; it demands action. We must initiate and participate in movements that challenge the status quo in the personal, professional, and social spheres. This is a call for social justice that echoes beyond the confines of this month. It's also important to note what Latinx/Latine Heritage Month is not: an opportunity for cultural appropriation, tokenization, or performative allyship. If you are not part of the Latin American community, it is pivotal to approach this period with a genuine intent to understand and support rather than capitalize on it. Your actions should be intentional and aligned with fostering meaningful change. Moreover, avoid asking women of color for free labor. Our contributions should be acknowledged and compensated, reflecting the value we bring. I encourage you to reach out, collaborate, and uplift our community. If you’re interested in the intersections of undieting, immigrant identity, student parenting, and higher education, consider collaborating with me. Book me for your next event. Together, we can build stronger communities and bring healing at both individual and collective levels. Thank you for being here! --------------------------------- I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita on⁠Apple Podcasts⁠! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @⁠drhortenciajimenez⁠and visit⁠www.hortenciajimenez.com⁠ ---------------------------------- I'm launching a course in the spring 2024!! Join my waitlist ​here​ so you don't miss all the detail ---------------------------------- Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita ---------------------------------- Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.