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EPISODE · Apr 28, 2025 · 48 MIN

Between cultures: a story of identity, courage and truth | with Rocio Espinola

from I am Maria Podcast · host Maria F Valero

In this episode, we dive into the journey of Rocio Espinola, a first-generation American with Paraguayan roots, who learned to navigate life between two cultures.Rocio shares how growing up Latina in a small town in Georgia shaped her strength, her love for uncomfortable growth, and her commitment to staying true to herself.We talk about embracing difference, facing bullying, reclaiming creativity, and the importance of following your own timeline—not society’s expectations.Her story is a powerful reminder that it’s okay not to have it all figured out, and that true growth happens when you dare to be uncomfortable before getting comfortable.👉 If these real and inspiring stories move you, subscribe and join us for more journeys of courage and authenticity.-------------------------------------En este episodio exploramos el recorrido de Rocio Espinola, una americana de primera generación con raíces paraguayas, quien aprendió a navegar la vida entre dos culturas.Rocio comparte cómo crecer como latina en un pequeño pueblo de Georgia moldeó su fuerza, su amor por el crecimiento incómodo y su compromiso de mantenerse fiel a sí misma.Hablamos sobre aceptar ser diferente, enfrentar el bullying, reclamar su lado creativo y seguir tu propia línea de tiempo, no las expectativas de la sociedad.Su historia es un recordatorio poderoso de que no necesitas tenerlo todo resuelto y que el verdadero crecimiento ocurre cuando te atreves a salir de tu zona de confort.👉 Si te inspiran las historias reales y auténticas, suscríbete y acompáñanos en cada nuevo viaje de valentía y verdad.

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