The Level Up Latina Podcast

Episode 323 is about choosing reflection and ease over autopilot in your health, your relationships, and the way you show up for yourself. We talk honestly about letting go of heavy holiday flows, supporting others without losing yourself, and building consistency during imperfect, demanding seasons of life. If you’re navigating change and trying to move forward with more compassion and clarity, this conversation is for you. Show includes practical tips to lean into life 'DOING YOU' without worrying about family judgements, in the aftermath of holiday craziness, and all while embracing a pace that works for your personal peace of mind!

One of our favorite episodes of the month drops today! This one is pure Latina realness; from our unfiltered Latina Moments and hilarious new-year fails, to reflecting on where we see ourselves 10 years later, 2016 vs 2026 (because dreaming big is kind of our thing). Add in plenty of random banter, laughter, and those “wow, that hit” moments, and you’ve got an episode that feels like a heart-to-heart with your favorite amigas. You’ll laugh with LUL, nod along in agreement, and still find yourself stretching your vision for what’s possible in your life.  Don’t miss Episode 325… press play, relax, and let the conversation take you exactly where you need to go.

Every month, the women of Level Up Latina gather for a live workshop inside our group coaching community, the Guilt-Free Squad. This month’s session was especially powerful. Coach Irene invited her husband to facilitate an honest, hour-long conversation about relationships and how to navigate our differences. The response was so strong that we knew we had to bring the conversation to our podcast listeners. In this episode, we recap the biggest gems from a wide-ranging discussion that touched on everything from the emotional world of men to conflict, communication, and how couples really show up for one another. You don’t have to be married—or even in a relationship—to appreciate the insights shared in this conversation. Fair warning: there is a brief TMI moment involving periods and birth control, so maybe save this one for your commute or headphones. Our hope is that this episode resonates deeply and also gives those curious about our monthly Guilt-Free Squad workshops a real taste of the depth, honesty, and value these sessions offer.

Welcome to Episode 322 of the Level Up Latina Podcast, the very first episode of 2026.  In true LUL fashion, we’re starting the year grounded, intentional, and in community. For our new listeners, bienvenidas; and to our OGs, thank you for continuing to grow with us. In this episode, the women of LUL reintroduce ourselves, not just with what we do, but with who we are becoming. This conversation was recorded on Three Kings Day, and while Coach Cecy was in the kitchen baking not one, but two roscas, inspiration struck. It felt like the perfect moment to pause and talk about new year intentions, not resolutions rooted in pressure, but intentions anchored in alignment, purpose, and grace. As always, there is so much wisdom in shared experiences. Each of us brings our unique talents, gifts, and perspectives to the table, with the hope of reminding you that your growth matters, your voice matters, and your dreams are valid. This episode is an invitation to reflect, realign, and Level Up together as we step into a new year with clarity, confidence, and corazón. 

As we wrap up 2025, this final episode of the year is all about keeping goal-setting simple and guilt-free. No overcomplicated plans. No pressure to reinvent yourself overnight. Just clear, doable goals that actually support the life you want to live. In this episode, we share why simplicity is the secret to sustainable growth, how to set goals without burnout, shame, or all-or-nothing thinking, and provide a gentle reset you can carry into the new year with confidence. Most importantly, this episode is a thank you. We remain deeply grateful for every listener who showed up, reflected, took action, and gave themselves permission to grow at their own pace this year. You are the reason this show exists!  If you’re ready to move forward with support, accountability, and zero guilt, we'd love to invite you to the Guilt-Free Squad Group Coaching inside Level Up Latina. This is where we simplify goals, build momentum together, and grow without the pressure to be perfect. Learn more and join us at leveluplatina.com Thank you for an incredible 2025. We’re just getting started.

In this week’s episode, your LUL besties get real about what it actually takes to hold it together when the season gets too busy. We talk schedules, burnout, emotional labor, catholic guilt, and creating easier moments even when life is moving at full speed. We also share our own holiday struggles, wins, and the little rituals that keep us sane (or at least saner) in the midst of family dynamics, the school events, the travel, the budgets, the gifts, the end-of-year deadlines. How are women expected to keep it cute, calm, and collected?! Whether you’re juggling work, family, or your own expectations, this episode reminds you that you’re not alone and perfection is not the assignment. Stream this one and let’s survive the holidays together… with a little humor, a little heart, and a whole lot of Level Up Latina energy.

The holidays bring out a lot... the joy, the chaos, the chisme… and sometimes the wounds we thought we outgrew. In this week’s episode, we’re talking about healing our inner niña during one of the most emotionally charged seasons of the year. We unpack how childhood patterns show up around family gatherings, money, traditions, expectations, and those “¿y tu novio?” questions. We get honest about what triggers us, what comforts us, and how we can create new rituals that honor who we are now — not just who we had to be growing up. Join us for a heartfelt and real conversation on giving ourselves permission to re-set, feel, set boundaries, and to show up with compassion for ourselves. If you’ve ever needed a reminder that healing is possible (even with tías asking for the 10th time about your life choices), this episode is for you. Tune in, reflect, and maybe hug your inner niña a little tighter this season.

In this random episode of the Level Up Latina Podcast, we flipped the script and let our very own “Chata” (aka ChatGPT) take the lead and answered her questions about life, family, & growth. Expect laughter, unexpected honesty, and some deep reflection as we talk about the things that make us proud, surprising things happening, generational patterns we’re breaking, and the version of ourselves we’re choosing to leave behind in 2025.  It’s a little unfiltered, a little therapeutic, and a whole lot of real. Grab your cafecito and join the conversation... you might find yourself answering these same questions, too. What are YOU ready to release in this season of your life?

Everyone’s talking about being in their “this era” or “that era,” but what about stepping into a soft era? In this week’s LUL podcast, we explore what it really means to embrace softness—guilt-free, without apologizing, and without confusing rest for laziness. Or as our mommas would say… being flojas. This is a cannot-miss-topic!

We are not doctors, of course, but we are women entering our mid-40s, and it's been a wild ride as our bodies and moods have evolved with age. We suspect perimenopause is here, so in this episode, with a bit of TMI, we share what's showing up for us these days. We cover it all from night sweats to laking libido and so much more. This is a show for everyone at any stage of life! 

Today’s episode title is a mouthful and for good reason. As first-gen Latinas, we’re parenting and reparenting every single day. We live in that in-between space: raised one way by our parents, yet raising our own kids in a completely different world. There’s healing here. There’s unlearning. There’s love, and yes, sometimes tears. We open our hearts in this conversation, asking questions like: What does it mean to say “I’m sorry” while still waiting to hear it from our parents? This one’s raw, real, and deeply relatable. We hope you’ll tune in to feel seen, maybe shed a tear (we sure did), and share in the beautiful mess of growing, healing, and breaking cycles... together.

In this episode, we bring you our monthly fan-favorite: the random show where we talk about whatever comes to mind. In this show, we always let the conversation flow and it flowed right into bullying. How to handle it at home, at work, or even as part of our upbringing/history! We also talk parenting and the chaos of morning routines, raising teens, keeping up with slang, and more! Don't miss it!

On this episode we discuss the rollercoaster of life that requires us to grow, heal, and evolve. Resiliency feels like a mandatory part of the human experience especially as first-gen. Latinas. Today, we talk about how healing, and not hustling, is the new definition of strength. We share our journeys of personal growth and how we created our heartfelt legacies along the way. All women need to hear this gem of an episode. You will so glad you did!

For the women of LUL growing up in the 80's was magical, simple, and oh so PRIVATE! Later, when in college, social media, cell phones with apps, and live streaming didn't exist and that was a good thing! Now, as we raise our children (ages 3-19), life is completely different and while technology helps it may also deeply hurt when unchecked! Listen to this episode if you're in need of parenthood advice as it relates to raising kids in this wild and crazy digital age! 

Looking for 40 minutes of fun? Look no further than today's LUL podcast. Episode 311 is a silly one where we play a little game of 'Would You Rather?'. This is one that will make you think about where you've been and where you are headed. Stream it and join the conversation online by commenting your answers for each of our questions! On social media, like and share and tell us your answers via DM! We love hearing from YOU!

Sometimes we all need a pick-me-up... especially when the winter blues kick in. In this episode, the women of LUL get real about the simple, sustainable ways they stay motivated and protect their peace. We share how we keep our sanity this time of year, how we remember to do it "mostly-all" guilt-free, and why giving ourselves grace (and embracing the pivot) matters more than ever. Expect practical tips, quick mindset resets, and a few laughs to warm things up. If you’re craving support to get back to your leveled-up goals, this one’s your cozy push to start again... with intention, ease, and zero guilt. Don’t miss it.

Pull up a chair with your amigas! In this month’s Random Show, we answer rapid-fire questions that spark real talk about how we think, love, work, and grow; and what we can learn from how others live, too. We even mine a few life gems from Bad Bunny. Vero’s sitting this one out, so it’s a two-mic vibe you’ll feel right at home with. Hit play, laugh with us, and leave with a couple aha moments & advice you can use today.

We've all been involved in work place gossip and rumors whether in the personal or the professional? Both take it out of you when it runs wild, but not all needs to be indulged in. In today's show our co-hosts talk about work place rumors and how they've handled the turmoil. This is a good one for all levels of career women. Don't miss this juicy topic.

In our early/mid-40s, we’re still those college girls at heart, just with more wisdom (and better boundaries). In this honest, funny, and heartfelt half hour, we write to our younger selves: what we nailed, what we learned the hard way, and the advice we’d whisper to that wild party-school undergrad. If you’re in your 20s or 30s, consider this your cheat sheet; if you’re any age, you’ll laugh, nod, and maybe grab a pen to write your own “Dear Me.” Don’t miss it.  

There's so much magic in community and our upcoming virtual group coaching collective has it all: goal-setting, mindset-shifting, vulnerability, action-steps, support, laughter and so much more! And of course, we'd love to have you with us!  Still not sure if the Mastermind Group Coaching Collective is for you? Listen to this show to learn more! Group coaching is back next Wed., 9/10/25 and for this week, and this week alone, it's on sale. Use code: flashsale to save $50 dollars. Sign up here! Sessions held virtually (5) Wednesdays 6:00pm-7:15pm PST; playbacks/worksheets provided to attend at your convenience.