"Adulting" con ganas
by Your Favorite Latina
"Adulting" con ganas is an experimental podcast that was based on an idea that has been bubbling under the surface for quite a while. Being a minority woman pursuing higher education in STEM has both challenges and joys and hopefully you can gain something along the journey. Topics of discussion also lie at the intersection between dating, money, navigating all sorts of relationships, & so much more.
Episodes
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I didn't get into grad school. Now what?
I applied to PhD programs back in December and didn't get into a single one. With aspirations to become a neuroscientist in the field of research, I speak on what my plans are now and how I still intend to get there. I'm here to tell you that life goes on after not getting into your dream school,...
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Becoming Supernatural: A book review with hot takes, revelations, & neuroscience
¡Bienvenidos! Today I am reviewing Dr. Joe Dispenza's best seller "Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing The Uncommon". After taking months to fully finish this book, it left a major impact on me. A merge between science and spiritual mysticism, I go in-depth about what stood out to...
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Rejection is redirection
Welcome back to another episode! Today, I am talking about my life lately and why it is so important to remember that rejection is redirection. This season of my life has forced me to pivot and ackowledge that everything happens for a reason. Besos, your Favorite Latina
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2024 is the year for fun dating
In theme with Valetine's Day, I've decided to give my listeners an update on my dating life. Hopefully this gives you a little push to put yourself out there, even if it's not on any dating apps. Besos and catch you on the next one, Your Favorite Latina.
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A crash course in manifestation
Happy 2024! For anyone looking to make their goals a reality and interested in learning about manifestation, look no further. Now is the best time to start your journaling, affirmations, and bringing your vision boards to life. Hope this episode resonates and see you on the next one!
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Latino traditions: holidays con sazón
Welcome back for another episode con Your Favorite Latina and the last one of 2023! Thanks for all your support thus far and I hope you enjoy this episode as I talk about quirkey traditions, delicious foods, and religious foundation of my favorite Latino holidays.
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2023: Reflecting on a transformative year full of growth, learning, & opportunity
The year is almost over and now is the time to reflect. 2023 has been full of ups, downs, and many opportunities for growth. Tune in as I run through my year and share a love letter to my first apartment. As mentioned, my Spotify Wrapped for any interested listeners:...
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I'm so thankful for...
Welcome back to another episode con Your Favorite Latina. In the holiday sprirt, I give a short history lesson on the origins of Thanksgiving and talk about things I'm so thankful for. Hope this inspires your gratitude as we finish out the rest of 2023. As mentioned in the episode, below are some...
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Finding therapy in unexpected ways
Welcome back to another episode! Today I'm covering some unexpected forms of therapy that will heal parts of you in the most subtle ways. Enjoy besties and see you on the next one ;) Here is the link for my childhood playlist:...
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Happy Hottieween: lessons from iconic female villains
Happy spooky season! Thought it would be fun to talk about some of our favorite female villains and what they taught us about being iconic. Hope you have a completely feral Halloweekend and stay slaying in your best costumes! Enjoy and I'll see you on the next episode. Besos!
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Adulting lately: misinformation & misfortune
On this week's episode, we are talking all sorts of trials and tribulations of adulting. Sometimes life throws you punches and it's up to you to figure that shit out. From misinformation during application season to misfortune with car trouble, tune in as I go all in on the chisme. PSA to all: if...
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Application szn is upon us: the long haul to grad school
Dun Dun Dunnnn. Application season is finally upon us, so let the stress begin. Tune in as I talk about where I'm at in the process of applying to graduate programs, the overall timeline, tips & tricks I've learned thus far, and some words of encouragement from one student to another. Besos, Your...
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Don't lose the momentum
Welcome to another episode on Adulting con ganas! Today, I address the end of year burnout that starts to creep up on us now in the fall and how to keep up with your aspirations. Tune in as I talk about what I'm striving for as the last quarter of the year begins, remind you to re-evaluate your...
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Calling all fellow empaths
Hola mi gente! Your girl has been a little MIA with travel, sickness, and getting settled back in to my routines. Because fall is coming whether we like it or not, so best be prepared. I recently made the realization that I'm an empath, so tune in as I talk about this realization as well as some...
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Prep for entrance exams: GRE, MCAT, & more
Today's episode is about all things entrance exams! Listen in as I discuss: My experience preparing for the GRE A breakdown of entrance exams: what to expect, how to study, how long to plan ahead, & more Some final thoughts and words of advice to remember if you are in this process It may seem...
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POC & women's erasure from history
Today's episode was inspired by my own family's experiences with erasure from history, so I wanted to share my grandmother's story as well as other forgotten stories by other people of color. It's important to make sure these narratives don't get lost and we empower the modern generations as…
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The world is on fire
Hola mi gente and welcome back to another episode. This time, I will be covering some issues involving the climate crisis but offering some very inspiring stories from around the world. While the title might be misleading, I hope you leave this episode feeling inspired and motivated to get…
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Family ties + guidance from beyond
Today's episode has been inspired by a series of events in my life and parents' lives. I personally speak on how spirituality and religion played a role in my upbringing, a psychic reading that both my mother and myself received, my father's recent family reunion, and books I've read that just…
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Accepting life's changing seasons
On today's episode, I get into some feelings about outgrowing people and places. As someone who has personally undergone a lot of change in the past year, I wanted to share what my experiences have taught me about accepting life's changing seasons. Enjoy!
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Conectando con la gente de mi tierra
Hola mi gente and welcome back to another episode! Today, I'm relfecting on a recent trip to Puerto Rico and discuss the feeling of community as una caribeña. Spending some quality time with family and a nice day at the beach can really get you in your feels. Reminds me of my childhood in Miami,...
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Some writings inspired by water
Welcome back to another episode con Your Favorite Latina! Today, I decided to share with you some poetry and a short excerpt that were inspired by water and how the ocean makes me feel. Being the cancer baby that I am, the beach is the place I am the happiest and I wanted to convey some of the...
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Celebration & reflection for my solar return.
Ya girl just celebrated her birthday! Listen in as I speak on what has changed in the past year, what hasn't changed, and finish out the episode with a verbal letter to my future self. Here is your reminder to stay open to opportunities and enjoy your life because your youth is only lived once....
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Story time con la madre: Identity, travel, & exploration in your youth
Welcome back to another very special episode with the show's first guest, mi madre! Tune in as we talk about what it was like in her 20s, the major impact of traveling and exploring in your youth, and some words of advice to all the young adults listening. With her evolving identity, our guest…
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We need more representation in STEM.
The Supreme Court has beef with America. On today's episode, I talk about their ruling to overturn affirmative action in college admissions and what that means for minorities in higher education. More importantly, as a Latina going into STEM, I speak on the necessity of representation in areas...
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Single life 101: Your survival guide to thriving solo
Today, I talk about learning how to thrive in your single girl era! After some weeks exploring and having fun solo, I speak on how spending time alone can be so important in living your best life. Tune in and take notes on this episode con Your Favorite Latina.
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Let's talk about brujeria
Hola and bienvenidos to another episode con Your Favorite Latina. On today's episode, I talk about brujeria. Every culture has forms of witchcraft, which come with its own superstitions, token items, and long history of taboos. There won't be any crystal balls in this conversation, but tune in as…
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Reminder to spark your creativity & nurture your inner child.
On today's episode, I talk about doing things to express your creativity and connect with your inner child. As children, we were all expressing our imagination in different ways and why should we stop doing that now as adults? Grab some cafecito and prepare to be surprised as I dish some of the…
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Latin figures that shaped my childhood
Who are some figures you looked up to growing up? In today's spotlight episode, I'm shining a light on a few of the Latin rolemodels (specifically Latinas) that shaped my childhood. Tune in for a fun little story time from some of my experiences as a kid.
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Spreading some love to my listeners
Hola mi gente. On today's short episode, listen in to hear about my thoughts on being a work in progress and giving yourself love throughout all the changes. I want to especially spread some love to my listeners who have toxic family relationships and anyone grieving the loss of a loved one. Stay...
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More women don't want kids, & I'm one of them
In today's episode, I cover some of the whys for many women who wait to have kids or want to stay childless forever. I break down my own perspective on the massive undertaking that is having and raising children, trauma, partnership, and talk about how karmic being a mother is.
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I need a break from social media.
Ever feel like you are spending too much time on social media? Me too. In today's episode, tune in as I cover how social media has negatively impacted me lately and why I believe I need a break.
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Cycle syncing: Wtf is it and why is it so revolutionary?
Welcome back to another episode with Your Favorite Latina! Tune in as I talk about cycle syncing: what is it, what are the 4 phases, and how to take advantage of each one. Also make sure to listen in about general female reproduction, some epiphanies I've had in the process of learning about…
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Money honey
Welcome back to another episode with "Adulting" con ganas! Today we are covering money, honey. I talk about finances as a young woman in her 20s, my experiences with money at a young age and its impact as an adult, investing for your future self, and I touch on scarcity vs abundance mindset!...
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Dating in the "healing girl era"
On today's episode, I dive into my experience in dating, the "healing girl era", some pros and cons about reentering the dating scene during a period of self growth, and some hot takes about dating and situationships. Tune in for the chisme!
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Welcome!
Hi, welcome to the first episode of "Adulting" con ganas! Tune in for a short summary, the origin story of the podcast and of course, a brief introduction about your host, me.
About this show
"Adulting" con ganas is an experimental podcast that was based on an idea that has been bubbling under the surface for quite a while. Being a minority woman pursuing higher education in STEM has both challenges and joys and hopefully you can gain something along the journey. Topics of discussion also lie at the intersection between dating, money, navigating all sorts of relationships, & so much more.
Hosted by
Your Favorite Latina