Somos Padres
Lessons From The Farm House
In the season 2 finale of the Somos Padres podcast, Paulo and Yesenia explore the profound lessons learned from their experience of living on their farm house.In this episode they share the wisdom gained while connecting to nature and the rhythms of their new life. Listen to their valuable insights that transcend tending to their garden and animals and resonate with broader aspects of personal growth and resilience.Drink of the episode ingredients: Nutrious Smoothie for two people - Spinach/salad mix- Two bananas- Spoon of pure cacao powder- One spoon of chia seeds- Two spoons of hemp seeds- Two spoons of pumpkin seeds- Some cashews- A few dates, if a sweeter taste is desire- A fresh raw egg (optional)- Frozen strawberries- Frozen blueberries- Frozen pitaya- Oat milk (enough for two tall containers) We will see you in the summer y ¡que viva la evolución!In service,Yesenia & Paulo
Is technology hurting our children?
This week Yesenia and Paulo are back to talk about a question that has been popping up in various conversations that they have been having with other parents: Is technology hurting our kids? They examine their own experience raising their children with technology, their fears, their wins and their misses. They also share some of their best advice when it comes to what has helped them along the way.We hope you enjoy. ¡Que viva la evolución!
La Virgen de Guadalupe
This week Yesenia and Paulo are back to talk about a powerful symbol in Mexican culture: La Virgen de Guadalupe. They examine the story of her apparitions to Juan Diego and the incredible influence that this sacred mother figure has played in the lives of her faithful followers and to our hosts. Paulo and Yesenia share their personal connections to La Virgen and how she has been an influential figure in their own spiritual lives. We hope you enjoy. ¡Que viva la evolución!
Parenting is (mostly) About Us!
Paulo and Yesenia are back! This week they get back to talking about the conscious parenting approach and focus on the fundamental belief that parenting is mostly about us, the adults. Listen in as they share why this belief makes sense to them and the different ways it has made a difference in shaping how they parent. They also share their recent high and low moments that are giving them a lot to reflect on. Here is a snippet of the topics considered in this episode: Introduction: Welcome and brief overview of the episode. Emphasize the idea that effective parenting starts with taking care of ourselves as parents. Segment 1: The Foundation - Self-Care for Parents Discuss the importance of self-care in parenting. Highlight various aspects of self-care, including physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Share personal anecdotes or stories that illustrate the positive impact of self-care on parenting. Segment 2: Parenthood Realities - Challenges and Pressures Explore common challenges and pressures parents face. Discuss societal expectations, comparison culture, and the need to redefine success in parenting. Share insights on how addressing these challenges positively impacts both parents and children. Segment 3: Parental Relationships - Nurturing the Partnership Discuss strategies for maintaining a healthy relationship amidst the demands of parenting. Segment 4: Mindful Parenting - Being Present and Engaged Introduce the concept of mindful parenting. Discuss the benefits of being present and fully engaged with your child. Offer practical tips on incorporating mindfulness into daily parenting routines. Segment 5: Growing Together - Learning and Adapting Emphasize the idea that parenting is a continuous learning process. Thanks for tuning in. ¡Que viva la evolución!
Our Teenager is Dating!
In this episode of Somos Padres, hosts Paulo and Yesenia delve into the complex terrain of parenting a teenager who has entered the world of dating. They share their personal experiences, offering insights into the challenges and joys of witnessing their child's budding romantic life. Paulo and Yesenia discuss the importance of establishing open lines of communication with their teenager, emphasizing the significance of creating a safe and non-judgmental space for their child to discuss their feelings and experiences. Listeners are invited to join Paulo and Yesenia in this intimate conversation, as they share their insights, struggles, and triumphs in raising a teenager who is navigating the world of dating. The episode serves as a reminder that, while the journey may be challenging at times, fostering a strong foundation of trust, respect, and open communication can help guide both parents and teenagers through this transformative phase of adolescence. ¡Que viva la evolución! Here we go...
SS 23- My Self-Portrait Healing Experience
Yesenia is back to close out her summer series by sharing her experience with healing photographer Carolina Adame who guided her through the Self-Portrait healing experience. During this guided journey, Carolina helped Yesenia to gain clarity around what she was ready to release in order to move into the next chapter of her life story, with everything culminating in the photo session. Take a listen! ¡Que viva la evolución! To learn more about Carolina Adame and the Self-Portrait Experience visit: www.carolinaadame.com or @carolina_adame on Instagram. Recommended Song: Maria la Curandera by Natalia Lafourcade: https://open.spotify.com/track/1xNi99xP8ioHUGXB5HrpNb
SS23: My healing experience in Puerto Rico
Yesenia is back for the next installment of her Summer Series to talk about her experience in Puerto Rico last summer, where she was immersed in a life changing experience hosted by Christine Gutierrez and Beatriz Bonnin. The experience is named: Women's Circle Facilitation Certification-Shakti Medicine Retreat and it was incredible. Take a listen to hear some of Yesenia's key awakenings and how this experience has helped her healing journey. ¡Que viva la evolución! To learn more about Christine Guttierez visit www.christineg.tv/ or @CosmicChristine on Instagram. To learn more about Beatriz Bonnin visit www.beatrizbonninyoga.com or @BeatrizBonninYoga on Instagram. Song: Akaal by Ajeet and Trevor Hall
What Has 19 Years of Marriage Taught Us?
From time to time, the question comes up, is there anything you wish someone had told you about marriage before you got married? Well, in this special anniversary episode Yesenia and Paulo take some time to reflect on their 19 years of marriage and tackle that question. With a celebratory drink in hand, they share three reflections as an offering to anyone in a long term partnership. ¡Que viva la evolución!
SS 23: Experiencing water healing with my mother
In this episode Yesenia is back for the next episode of her summer series to talk about a deeply personal healing experience in the water. Back in May, Yesenia and her mother attended a water healing event led by Rocio Navarro. This beautifully curated mother-daughter experience led to a profoundly healing moment and insights that Yesenia carries with her to this day. Take a listen! ¡Que viva la evolución! To learn more about water healing and Rocio Navarro visit: www.rocionavarro.org or @water_healing on Instagram. Recommended Books: Maiden to Mother: Unlocking Our Archetypal Journey into the Mature Feminine by Sarah Durham Wilson Discovering the Inner Mother: A Guide to Healing the Mother Wound and Claiming Your Personal Power by Bethany Webster Song: Fluyendo by Ayla Shafer
SS 23: What is healing?
In this episode Yesenia begins her “Summer Series” with an episode to level set and create some context around the term "healing", which is used in many different ways. She answers the questions, “what is healing?” and “what is a healing journey?” Yesenia also makes the case for standing in your own power when it comes to your healing journey.
Let's Catch Up!
In this episode Paulo and Yesenia reintroduce themselves and give us a life update. They share their unexpected journey to home ownership that took them back to their hometowns including some details you may not expect. They also give us a glimpse into their current life and their recent family vacation that got Yesenia all choked up. ¡Que viva la evolución!
We are back!
Paulo and Yesenia are back! In this first episode after a three year hiatus, the husband and wife duo dive into their decision to leave, reflecting on the various issues that led to that moment. They also let us know why they decided to come back and where they want the podcast to go!
Episode 50: Final Episode
In this final episode of the Somos Padres Podcast, Paulo and Yesenia sign off from what has been an incredible three year journey. Listen in on how they came to this decision and listen to them reflect on some of their most cherished memories and what this podcast has meant for them. You will also hear about what is next for them. We want to express our gratitude to everyone who joined us on this journey. It has been an incredible honor to know that we have been, even a small part, of your parenting evolution. Thank you. ¡Que viva la evolución!
Episode 49: COVID Proof Your Relationship
In this episode, Paulo and Yesenia welcome Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Yanira Pena, to the podcast to talk about how to COVID-Proof our relationships. Recently the news has highlighted that one of the highest googled topics during quarantine is “how to get a divorce” so when Yesenia came across Yanira and her colleague's webinar on this very topic, she knew that we could all benefit from having Yanira on the show.Get ready to hear some hard truths and incredibly sound guidance to help our relationships make it through this stressful time. You can find Yanira Pena on Instagram at @nbcounselingtc_105 and on her website at nbcounselingtc.com.
Episode 5: What Happened After Episode Four
Welcome to Episode 5! This week on the podcast Paulo and Yesenia share with you what happened after Episode 4. They each take a moment to self-reflect and try to figure out where some of their behavior patterns come from. They also share how they see parenting and marriage and what has been helping them learn from this moment. Thank you to everyone who has reached out after episode 4. If you think our podcast could be helpful to anyone else please share it! Follow us on @somos.padres and our personal accounts on @iam.yesenia and @paulomenchaca Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Podcast Notes
Episode 4: Family Vacation in Mexico
Welcome to Episode 4! In this episode Paulo and Yesenia reflect on the ups and downs of their recent three-week vacation with their kids to Mexico. Things get deep fast as Yesenia struggles with being a fraud after losing it with her kids while on vacation and also reveals some heavy feelings she had been carrying since Mexico City. It turns out parenting is hard and so is marriage. Follow us on @somos.padres and our personal accounts on @ iam.yesenia and @paulomenchaca Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!
Episode 3: First Interview; Laura & Michael
In this episode Paulo and Yesenia conduct their first interview of fellow Padres, Laura & Michael. Laura and Mike have been parenting for twelve years and as you will hear, they had a challenging start as parents but then they realized that they were stronger than they thought. Listen in as Laura and Mike share and reflect on their parenting journey and what they have figured out so far.
Episode 2: Control and Punishment
In this episode Paulo and Yesenia give an update on their life, reflect on a recent parenting moment, and offer an alternative way of thinking about control and punishment.
Episode 1: Here We Go
Paulo and Yesenia introduce themselves and what led this husband and wife duo to start the Somos Padres Podcast. You can find us on www.somos-padres.com and follow us on Instagram @somos.padres. Check out our episodes available every other Saturday.
Recommend Channels
Install Castbox APP Now
50,000,000+ Worldwide Audios for Free