Episode 44: Bad Bunny, Latina Identity & Reclaiming Our Roots
Elena Out Loud
The Bad Bunny concert was more than a performance — it was a cultural moment. In this episode, I reflect on what it meant for me as a Latina woman navigating identity, language loss, and generational assimilation. Growing up, I didn’t speak Spanish. I felt disconnected from my Latina roots and struggled to understand where I belonged. Watching this concert brought up deep reflections about what was lost in the name of assimilation, what was never truly gone, and how cultural pride can be reclaimed. I share my personal story of hiding my identity, learning Spanish later in life,...
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Episode 43: I Believe in You (Even When You Don’t): Navigating Self-Doubt, Rest, and New Beginnings
Elena Out Loud
In this episode, I share a raw and honest reflection on self-doubt, rest, and what it really feels like to start something new before you feel ready. Recorded from my car after a week of illness and missed plans, this conversation is for anyone who feels like everything falls apart the moment they slow down. I talk about the vulnerability of being new, the emotional spiral that can happen when we don’t meet our own expectations, and why rest isn’t failure — it’s human. From sitting with doubt on the beach to questioning whether the dream is still worth pursuing, this episode explores...
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Episode 42: Overwhelmed but Grateful: The Life I Chose and the Life That’s Hard
Elena Out Loud
In this episode of Elena Out Loud, I’m getting honest about something many of us feel but don’t always say out loud: being overwhelmed while also deeply grateful for the life we’re living. I talk about the emotional complexity of a full and busy life and what it’s like to hold the tension between gratitude and stress — especially as a mother and a professional wearing many hats. This conversation isn’t about complaining or fixing everything; it’s about naming what’s real. We explore why it’s okay to feel contradictory emotions at the same time, why overwhelm doesn’t...
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Episode 41: Stepping into the Flame: My Journey to Launching a YouTube Channel
Elena Out Loud
In this episode, I’m sharing something that feels both exciting and vulnerable: the story of how I finally decided to start my YouTube channel. This didn’t happen overnight. For a long time, I let self-doubt, procrastination, and fear keep me stuck. I questioned whether I had anything useful to say, whether my voice really mattered, and whether putting myself out there would actually make a difference. If I’m being honest, it was easier to keep thinking about it than to actually do it. Through conversations with my life coach and moments of reflection — including a message that kept...
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Episode 40: Good Grief! Navigating Grief with Compassion and Honesty
Elena Out Loud
In this deeply personal episode, I open up about a recent loss in my family and the waves of grief that have followed. This isn’t a polished story — it’s real, raw, and honest. I share what it’s been like to sit with my emotions, give myself permission to not have it all together, and allow space for both chaos and compassion. Grief can feel unpredictable — one day heavy, the next quiet — and that’s okay. I’m learning to let things be as they are, without trying to manage or “fix” every feeling. Through this conversation, I hope to remind anyone going through loss that you...
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Episode 39: Boundary Backlash - Learning How to Hold Boundaries as a Latina Parent
Elena Out Loud
In this episode, I share a real-life story about a recent playdate that turned into a powerful lesson on boundaries, communication, and cultural expectations. When another parent reacted negatively to a boundary I set, it forced me to reflect on how I uphold my values — especially as a Latina mom navigating community, respect, and self-worth. I’ll talk about why saying “no” can feel so hard, how cultural norms can shape our boundaries, and what it looks like to stand firm with love and confidence. If you’ve ever struggled with guilt, people-pleasing, or tough conversations, this...
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Episode 38: My Perimenopausal Journey Pt. 1
Elena Out Loud
In this episode I'll tell you about my perimenopausal journey and the lack of support I've been getting from my medical team. I'll also tell you changes I've been making in how I communicate and interact with medical professionals.
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Episode 37: The Me I Used to Be
Elena Out Loud
Well that was a long break! When I first started this podcast in 2025 (5 years ago!), it started because I've been a long time writer, and vlogger. I in fact have never stopped writing, journaling, or vlogging, I did however stop sharing all of my thoughts with you. So, welcome back. In this episode I'll share what I learned from the past five years, and especially pandemic, why I took a break from publishing, what I regret about my past self, and a little bit about Chakras.
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Episode 36: Creating a New Reality with Chantel Rodriguez
Elena Out Loud
In this episode I get the amazing chance to speak with artist, wellness entrepreneur, and over all game changer, Chantel Rodriguez. She shares her beautiful family story and talks about how those early experiences impacted how she lives her life, loves her family, and builds her business.
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Episode 35: Healing Your Body Through Hypnosis with Nicole Hernandez
Elena Out Loud
In this episode I speak with certified Hypnotherapist, Nicole Hernandez. We talk about her journey to hypnotherapy and how she healed her own body from a chronic illness through the power of hypnosis and meditation. I can't wait for you all to hear this amazing interview!
info_outlineIn this episode I'll talk about what is really confusing me about this whole CoronaVirus epidemic we are facing, and how that relates to some important life lessons about being resourceful.