135. How to Stop Perfectionism In Your Bilingual Parenting Journey with Beatriz Rivera-Cruz
Description
I sat down with Beatriz Rivera-Cruz, a former Spanish teacher turned entrepreneur who quit her job to start her own Spanish immersion daycare when she couldn't find what her family needed. As a Puerto Rican mami married to a non-Spanish speaker, Beatriz shares the real struggles of preserving her language and culture, and why perfectionism almost derailed her entire journey.
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What You'll Hear:
- Why immigrant mothers carry an invisible burden that monolingual moms don't face
- How perfectionism and judgment kept her from supporting other bilingual families
- The moment her son's relationship with Spanish completely changed through community
- Why "good enough" bilingual parenting is actually extraordinary
- Practical ways to start your bilingual journey without moving mountains
Ways to Follow Beatriz:
- Charla Collective: www.charlacollective.com
- Follow on Instagram and Facebook
- Email: beatriz@charlacollective.com
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