The Humble Rising Podcast

Welcome to the Humble Rising Podcast! Each week, host Arivee Vargas has conversations with badass, inspirational women sharing their own stories and actionable strategies on how to have fulfilling careers and lives. The journey to get there isn’t linear or easy. Let’s help you get clear on the life and career you really want and deserve now, and help you overcome the challenges and roadblocks that get in your way. From fear, disappointment, and self-doubt, to purpose, resilience, career clarity and transitions, we tackle it all. Be inspired, get motivated, and get ready to rise.

140. Intentional Leadership in Uncertain Times with Ilhiana Rojas 08/11/2025

140. Intentional Leadership in Uncertain Times with Ilhiana Rojas Ilhiana Rojas is a bestselling author, an executive coach and strategist with over 20 years of executive experience leading in Fortune 500 companies like P&G, Hasbro, and Hanesbrands and coaching professionals and businesses to success. As the founder of BeLIVE Coaching & Consulting and Co-President of UNITED LATINAS, Ilhiana is a certified expert in leadership and DEI best practices that help build resilient, collaborative, and high-performing leaders and cultures. She brings a grounded, real-world perspective to leadership, self-advocacy, and navigating change—and in this episode, she’s back on the podcast to help us meet this moment. Right now, so many of us are feeling stretched thin—emotionally, mentally, professionally. The world feels heavy. Work feels nonstop. And showing up with intention can feel harder than ever. In this episode, Ilhiana and I talk about: 🔹 Why emotional intelligence and engagement are dropping—and what we can do about it 🔹 How to advocate for ourselves in ways that feel real, not performative 🔹 The tension between humility and visibility (especially in communities of color) 🔹 How to take back control of our narrative 🔹 Practical ways to lead, speak up, and hold space for others—even when things feel hard Whether you’re managing a team or managing your own energy, this conversation offers powerful reminders that how we show up—intentionally and courageously—can shift everything. CONNECT WITH ARIVEE GET ARIVEE’S BOOK: Grab your FREE Boundary Toolkit: 3 Proven Strategies to Reclaim Your Time, Boost Your Energy and Feel in Control in just 7 Days. for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. This community gets first access to all of Arivee’s coaching programs. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live- with meaning, joy, aliveness, and fulfillment. Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: Grab more FREE resources and learn more about Arivee’s coaching programs: CONNECT WITH ILHIANA United Latinas: LinkedIn: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/37742575

139. Beyond Awareness: How to Truly Change with Bizzie Gold 08/04/2025

138. How to actually RUN FOR OFFICE 07/28/2025

138. How to actually RUN FOR OFFICE Diana Maldonado is back on the podcast. Diana was a guest on episode 132 of the podcast so go back and listen to that episode to learn more about Diana’s background as a best-selling author, business strategist, founder of the Candidate School, and her journey to becoming the first Latina elected to represent Williamson County in the Texas state legislature. If you listen to that episode, you will also understand why she is so focused on helping women get elected to public office and how she’s doing it through her course the Candidate School. In the Candidate School, she shares everything she wished she’d known during her own campaign journey. From mastering your candidate identity to managing money, policy and power strategically and ethically, this program helps you navigate the political arena with confidence. By completing Candidate School, participants gain the skills, strategy, and clarity to run a successful, purpose-driven campaign – and win. I brought Diana back on the podcast to delve into the exact process of running for office. We weren’t able to delve too deep into the process in our previous conversation. In this episode, Diana and I talk about the nuts and bolts of running for office. We dive into essential steps, from understanding your 'why' to navigating the logistics and financial aspects of campaigning. Whether you're considering a bid for a local school board seat or aiming for Congress, this conversation is packed with practical advice and motivation. ENROLL IN CANDIDATE SCHOOL: Use code WOMEN150 for $150 off the current fee of $795. CONNECT WITH DIANA https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-maldonado/ https://www.amazon.com/stores/Diana-Maldonado/author/B0C1TBBRMQ?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true CONNECT WITH ARIVEE GET ARIVEE’S BOOK: Grab your FREE Boundary Toolkit: 3 Proven Strategies to Reclaim Your Time, Boost Your Energy and Feel in Control in just 7 Days. for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. This community gets first access to all of Arivee’s coaching programs. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live- with meaning, joy, aliveness, and fulfillment. Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: Grab more FREE resources and learn more about Arivee’s coaching programs: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/37562400

137. How to tackle your financial fears and change your money story 06/06/2025

137. How to tackle your financial fears and change your money story Diana Isern is a passionate assistant principal, financial educator, and presenter whose financial course seeks to transform how students think about wealth. Through nationwide presentations for educators, she equips teachers with inclusive, practical strategies to make financial literacy accessible and empowering. Drawing inspiration from her family stories, Diana believes generational wealth extends beyond money to include cultural values and resilience. With nearly two decades in the New York City Public School system, Diana started as an ESL teacher supporting immigrant communities and has grown into a school leader who continues teaching because she believes being in the classroom with students is at the heart of leading with empathy. Her approach to financial education centers women and people of color, helping students envision themselves belonging in financial spaces. Diana is an Accredited Financial Counselor, and her expertise has been recognized by Intuit for Education and the Council for Economic Education. She is currently writing a book for financial educators about making money topics more accessible. When not teaching or writing, she is traveling, boxing, and playing fútbol with her kids. In this episode, Diana and I talk about the importance of addressing financial avoidance and gaining control over your personal finances. Diana shares her experiences working with clients and students, highlighting how confronting spending habits and understanding your own money stories–and your relationship with money– can lead to better financial health. We delve into overcoming the psychological barriers to financial planning, the aftermath of parental influences on money mindset, and the value of creating a budget that reflects your values. Diana also introduces her upcoming book aimed at financial educators and the practical strategies it offers. This conversation sheds light on actionable steps for financial independence and the critical role of mindset in achieving your money goals. CONNECT WITH ARIVEE GET ARIVEE’S BOOK: also available on Audible. Grab your FREE Boundary Toolkit: 3 Proven Strategies to Reclaim Your Time, Boost Your Energy and Feel in Control in just 7 Days. for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. This community gets first access to all of Arivee’s coaching programs. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live- with meaning, joy, aliveness, and fulfillment. Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: Grab more FREE resources and learn more about Arivee’s coaching programs: CONNECT WITH DIANA: Instagram: @dianadinero_edu LinkedIn: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/36870555

136. You Got What You Wanted — Why Are You Still Restless? 05/16/2025

135. You Don’t Need Better Time Management—You Need Better Alignment 05/09/2025

134. Burnout Isn’t Always Loud: 5 Subtle Signs You’re Running on Empty 04/19/2025

134. Burnout Isn’t Always Loud: 5 Subtle Signs You’re Running on Empty Most high-achieving women don’t realize they’re burning out until it’s too late—because burnout isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it’s quiet. It creeps in while you're still performing, still holding it all together, still showing up for everyone else… except yourself. In this episode, I share 5 subtle signs of burnout that many women—especially women of color—overlook or dismiss. These are the signs I missed in myself years ago. These are the same patterns I now see in the powerhouse lawyers and corporate leaders I coach. We’ll talk about: Why numbness, not exhaustion, might be your biggest red flag How your “low tolerance” isn’t a personality flaw—it’s a signal The burnout-success paradox: when productivity is high but fulfillment is low What your body is trying to tell you (that your brain keeps ignoring) The internal voice whispering “I should…” and why it’s draining your energy You’ll also get 3 powerful self-reflection questions you can use right now to reconnect with your body, your truth, and your boundaries—before burnout forces you to stop. If you’ve been feeling off but can’t quite name it… If you’re crushing your goals but feel increasingly disconnected… If you’re tired of carrying it all in silence... This conversation is for you. GET ARIVEE’S BOOK: Grab your FREE Boundary Toolkit: 3 Proven Strategies to Reclaim Your Time, Boost Your Energy and Feel in Control in just 7 Days. for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. This community gets first access to all of Arivee’s coaching programs. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live- with meaning, joy, aliveness, and fulfillment. Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: Grab more FREE resources and learn more about Arivee’s coaching programs: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/36227700

133. Pause, Reflect and Reset for the Rest of the Year 04/11/2025

132. Empowering Women in Politics With Trailblazer Diana Maldonado 03/23/2025

132. Empowering Women in Politics With Trailblazer Diana Maldonado Diana Maldonado is a best-selling author, speaker, business strategist and former Texas state representative. As CEO of Maldonado Strategies, Diana’s sharp insight for pinpointing incongruencies, combined with her method for listening and collaborating, helps organizations design and implement innovative solutions to accelerate their big vision goals and become the leading edge. As the first Latina elected to represent Williamson County in the House of Representatives, she advocated for education, business, and safe communities. In this role, she authored/co-authored 88 bills and was named “Freshman of the Year” by her colleagues. Through her collaboration with key stakeholders, she secured nearly $16 million for education, $10 million for road expansion, andadditional funds for renewable energy initiatives and walking trails in parks. She served as Secretary for the Mexican American Legislative Caucus, Defense & Veterans Affairs, and on the coveted State Affairs committee.Today, Diana’s focus is helping women get elected to public office to bring parity, voice and representation to the halls of democracy. Her uniquely curated daily lessons in The Candidate School will help unlock the secrets to becoming a powerful, persuasive, and authentic candidate, while winning over the hearts and minds of voters. Her unmatched expertise to empowering women in politics helps women plan their next move strategically. In this course, she shares everything she wished she’d known during her own campaign journey. From mastering your candidate identity to managing money, policy and power strategically and ethically, this program helps you navigate the political arena with confidence. By completing Candidate School, participants gain the skills, strategy, and clarity to run a successful, purpose-driven campaign – and win. Diana is a global marathon runner with races in Tokyo, Berlin, London, Paris and mom of two adult children, Alex and Denise, and spends time with her granddaughter, Camila where she taps into her greatest joy. CONNECT WITH DIANA https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-maldonado/ Books:- https://www.amazon.com/stores/Diana-Maldonado/author/B0C1TBBRMQ?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true CONNECT WITH ARIVEE GET ARIVEE’S BOOK: Grab your FREE Boundary Toolkit: 3 Proven Strategies to Reclaim Your Time, Boost Your Energy and Feel in Control in just 7 Days. for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. This community gets first access to all of Arivee’s coaching programs. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live- with meaning, joy, aliveness, and fulfillment. Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: Grab more FREE resources and learn more about Arivee’s coaching programs: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/35825315

131 Leading with Courage and Inclusivity with Valerie Zolezzi-Wyndham 03/13/2025

131 Leading with Courage and Inclusivity with Valerie Zolezzi-Wyndham In this episode, I sit down with Valerie Zolezzi-Wyndham, JD (she/ella) who is a loving, inclusive leadership strategist, awakening courage and amplifying culture every day. Valerie is the founder/CEO of Promoting Good. Prior to founding her seven year old firm, she practiced preventative law at a non profit where she founded and managed a medical-legal partnership addressing health-harming legal needs. Today, she leads a team that is using proven and evidence-based frameworks to build workplaces where everyone can thrive. Outside of work, Valerie is an active volunteer, in addition to serving on several non profit boards, she is the co-founder and co-director of Casita Cultura Latina, a non profit that amplifies Latino culture and conversations about equity in central Massachusetts. She’s a proud Mexican immigrant. She has a B.A from Boston College and a JD from Boston University School of Law. Valerie and I talk about her journey from Mexico City to Massachusetts, where she transitioned from a management role selling industrial hardware to practicing non-profit law for 17 years before founding her own consulting company, Promoting Good. We dive into that gut-wrenching moment when you know it's time to leave a job, even when loyalty makes it hard to walk away, and how sometimes leaving creates space for others to shine. Valerie opens up about creating workplaces where people feel safe to speak up, the challenges middle managers face when caught between company values and daily realities, and why staying true to your values is crucial during uncertain times. She shares her excitement about launching a new inclusive leadership assessment tool that helps leaders pinpoint their strengths and blind spots, and why giving honest feedback early makes such a difference. We also chat about her plans for 2025, including taking groups of women to experience her native Mexico, and her personal focus on bringing more play and growth into her life and work. Don’t forget to rate and review this podcast and share with others! CONNECT WITH VALERIE LinkedIn: Promoting Good: GET ARIVEE’S BOOK: Grab your FREE Boundary Toolkit: 3 Proven Strategies to Reclaim Your Time, Boost Your Energy and Feel in Control in just 7 Days. for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. This community gets first access to all of Arivee’s coaching programs. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live- with meaning, joy, aliveness, and fulfillment. Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: Grab more FREE resources and learn more about Arivee’s coaching programs: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/35672020

130. Does Your Work Provide All Your "Self Worth"? 03/01/2025

130. Does Your Work Provide All Your "Self Worth"? This week, we examine why many high-achieving women tie their self-worth to their professional achievements. Work offers a sense of control, validation, and instant gratification that can feel more manageable than the uncertainty of relationships, personal growth, or other areas of life. Over time, this reliance on work for self-esteem can turn into a coping mechanism, leaving women caught in a cycle of overworking to feel competent and valued. This pattern creates a range of challenges, from struggling to be present with loved ones to constantly chasing the next accomplishment without ever feeling truly fulfilled. It can also amplify harsh self-criticism, making even minor setbacks at work feel like personal failures. As work takes up more mental and emotional space, many women find themselves disconnected from who they are outside of their careers, unsure of what brings them joy or purpose beyond their professional identity. Breaking this cycle isn’t about giving up ambition—it’s about expanding the definition of success to include health, relationships, and personal fulfillment. By setting healthy boundaries, redefining self-worth, and embracing the discomfort of growth outside of work, women can begin to reclaim their sense of self. With support, self-reflection, and intentional action, it’s possible to build a life where worth isn’t tied to productivity, but to the whole, multifaceted person you are. WORK WITH ARIVEE GET ARIVEE'S BOOK: Your Time to Rise: Unlearn Limiting Beliefs, Unlock Your Power, and Unleash Your Truest Self: Grab your FREE BOUNDARY TOOLKITt: 3 Proven Strategies to Reclaim Your Time, Boost Your Energy and Feel in Control in just 7 Days. Click here to get it now: Grab more FREE RESOURCES FOR YOUR EMPOWERED JOURNEY and learn more about Arivee’s coaching programs: CONNECT WITH ARIVEE Join Arivee’s women empowering women email community for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox: This community gets FIRST ACCESS TO ALL OF ARIVEE'S COACHING PROGRAMS. Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/35488680

129. Vanessa Schwippert: The Power of Self-Care & Pivoting with Purpose 02/21/2025

129. Vanessa Schwippert: The Power of Self-Care & Pivoting with Purpose In this episode, I sit down with Vanessa Schwippert to explore breaking free from the stuck mindset, what it means to really take care of yourself, and finding your own true path. Vanessa is a first-generation Colombian-American woman dedicated to empowering others through education, storytelling, and community building. After years of teaching in intentionally underserved communities, she shifted her focus to creating safe spaces for women, particularly Latinas. Vanessa is the creator and host of Chick Lit, a podcast where she does book reviews, encouraging women to decenter men and prioritize their own fulfillment. In addition to her podcast, Vanessa founded the Latina Writing Comunidad, a vibrant space for Latinas who are breaking barriers, embracing passions, and sharing their stories. With a deep commitment to fostering supportive environments where creativity, culture, and empowerment intersect, Vanessa continues to inspire and uplift those around her, challenging traditional norms and redefining the role of women in our personal lives and beyond. In our conversation, Vanessa opens up about her journey from being a special education teacher and the challenges she experienced to becoming the force behind the Chick Lit podcast and Latina Writing Comunidad. She shares how taking a seven-month sabbatical (with therapy and very intentional self-care) changed everything for her. Whether you're stuck in a job that doesn't light you up or is burning you out, feeling pressure to live up to others' expectations, or simply craving more authenticity in your life, this conversation is your permission slip to pause and redirect. Through honest stories and practical wisdom, Vanessa shows us how listening to our gut, embracing change, and building meaningful communities can transform not just our own lives, but the lives of others too. This episode is perfect for anyone ready to stop putting everyone else first and start creating a life that actually feels like you. WORK WITH ARIVEE GET ARIVEE'S BOOK: Your Time to Rise: Unlearn Limiting Beliefs, Unlock Your Power, and Unleash Your Truest Self: https://a.co/d/i0wPQ2I Grab your FREE BOUNDARY TOOLKITt: 3 Proven Strategies to Reclaim Your Time, Boost Your Energy and Feel in Control in just 7 Days. Click here to get it now: https://gift.ariveevargas.com/toolkit Grab more FREE RESOURCES FOR YOUR EMPOWERED JOURNEY and learn more about Arivee’s coaching programs: https://www.ariveevargas.com/free-resources CONNECT WITH ARIVEE Join Arivee’s women empowering women email community for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox: https://newsletter.ariveevargas.com/join This community gets FIRST ACCESS TO ALL OF ARIVEE'S COACHING PROGRAMS. Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ariveevargas/ CONNECT WITH VANESSA Chick Lit on Youtube: Chick Lit on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7CEhGUu2D2OAkzbwSkDjcm?si=ca35fe19ca4c45a1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chicklitpodcast/ Latina Writing Comunidad: https://forms.gle/5i8hKF4DLgF1PbXE8 /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/35372885

128. Building Confidence & Owning Your Voice with Miriam Simon 02/13/2025

128. Building Confidence & Owning Your Voice with Miriam Simon Want to know what it's like to completely evolve your career and help others grow? Leadership coach Miriam Simon joins us to talk about her journey from working at Newark Airport to being a leadership coach, helping women to speak up and own their worth. Miriam Simon is a coach, executive mentor, and corporate business manager with over 25 years of experience in leadership, human resources, and workforce optimization. As a Certified Hudson Coach and Forbes Coaches Council Member, she helps professionals navigate their careers with confidence and strategy. Miriam is the author of Tattoos & Pearls and host of the Latina Mic Drop podcast, where she amplifies bold conversations on leadership, resilience, and breaking barriers. She helps people transform setbacks into successes and silence into confidence. In this episode, she shares her journey and strategies for stepping into leadership authentically and powerfully. In this episode, Miriam shares her journey of being a young mom of three, going back to school while working full-time when her kids were teenagers, and building a life with her wife of almost 20 years. Miriam opens up about what it means to be a Latina leadership coach, why journaling helped her through tough times, and gives us a peek into her upcoming book "Tattoos and Pearls." If you're juggling big career goals with family responsibilities, or looking to build your confidence, own your worth, and make your impact, this conversation feels like getting advice from a mentor who totally gets it. Let's dive into this episode - you're going to love this conversation! Get Arivee’s Book: Grab your FREE Boundary Toolkit: 3 Proven Strategies to Reclaim Your Time, Boost Your Energy and Feel in Control in just 7 Days. for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. This community gets first access to all of Arivee’s coaching programs. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live- with meaning, joy, aliveness, and fulfillment. Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: Grab more FREE resources and learn more about Arivee’s coaching programs: CONNECT WITH MIRIAM SIMON Tattoos and Pearls: Combining Street Wisdom with Corporate Strategy Launches 3/15/2025 Website: Follow Miriam: Facebook: TikTok: LinkedIn: Blog: X: @coach_Miriam_ Follow Latina Mic Drop: Instagram: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/35264380

127: Your Time to Rise: Behind the Launch 02/07/2025

126. Lessons from 2024 & What I’m Bringing Forward into 2025 12/27/2024

Rewind: How to Craft Your Exit Plan with Jessica Medina 12/19/2024

Rewind: How to Craft Your Exit Plan with Jessica Medina Jessica Medina is a former lawyer turned Accredited Financial Counselor, on a mission to help attorneys create the financial freedom they need to do big things. She graduated from Columbia Law School in 2004 as a single mom of twins with over $200,000 in student loans and went straight to work at a Biglaw firm. After eight years she switched roles and became Senior Counsel at the Division of Enforcement at the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. She left the government to work in an area of the financial industry outside of the securities world and now teaches other lawyers how to use their money to finance their dream lives. She first joined the podcast in where she shared more of her personal story and her journey to helping lawyers in the personal finance space. Jessica is now back to talk about her 5 steps to crafting your exit plan. If you’ve been grappling about whether to leave your big law job, or you know you want to leave but think you can’t do it financially, Jessica’s exit plan is for you. Her 5 step exit plan strategy also applies if you’ve experienced a lay off and are struggling with questions of “how am I going to make this work now.” Or maybe the lay-off is your moment to reassess your finances and how you want to live. In this episode, Jessica tackles it all and shows you how to create your exit plan so you can feel less worried and stressed about the financial piece, and more confidence and clear about your next step. CONNECT WITH JESSICA Craft Your Exit Plan Cheatsheet: Schedule a free consult: Website: LinkedIn: CONNECT WITH ARIVEE Masterclass: It’s one hour. It’s one of the best investments you’re going to make in yourself. Pre-order The Book: Time to Rise Mastermind: Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live it - with meaning, joy, aliveness, and alignment. Website: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/31078198

125. The Gratitude Trap: How to Be Thankful Without Staying Stuck 12/02/2024

124. Finding Yourself Again: Redefining Identity Beyond Titles, Work and Roles 11/23/2024

124. REWIND: Angela Crawford on overcoming self-doubt to transform your career 11/15/2024

123. Why I wrote "Your Time to Rise" & Why Now 10/23/2024

122. Navigating Life’s Crossroads: Finding Clarity in Times of Change 10/10/2024

121. How to Start to Master Boundaries 10/03/2024

120. The Latina Madrina Julissa Germosen 09/20/2024

120. The Latina Madrina Julissa Germosen Julissa S. Germosén is an award-winning technology leader, highly sought-after speaker, author, and career coach with over two decades of experience leading teams at Microsoft, Salesforce, and tech start-ups in global enterprise sales, consulting, strategic alliances, product development, go-to-market strategy, and operations. Julissa is the CEO of Mariposa Blanca, a business strategy consulting firm. Her book, Latina Madrina: Stories, Lessons and Hard Truths from a Brown Latina in Tech and TEDx Talk, reflect her journey from immigrant roots in the Dominican Republic to her rise in the technology industry. Passionate about education and the Latinx community, Julissa established the Latina Leadership Potential Award scholarship at Rutgers University, the first for a woman of Hispanic/Latine descent. I first saw Julissa on Latinas Front and Center with Hady Mendez. I felt so drawn to her and her story that I reached out to her on LinkedIn. I told her how inspiring I thought her story was and how much it resonated with me and asked her to join me on this podcast. The moment we started talking, we were both convinced this was all meant to be. Two Dominican women, latinas, who understand each other in ways that words can’t fully capture. I believe you’ll sense that connection in this episode. Julissa and I talk about some of the hard truths of being Latina climbing the corporate ladder. We delve into some of the questions and challenges they arise – like how do you assess what you really want, and how do you think about legacy, ways to navigate the corporate space that will serve you, and we get honest about some of the things we just can’t compete in as Latinas with certain backgrounds (hint: boats). Be sure to connect with Julissa and I by clicking the links below in the show notes and get her book Latina Madrina which just came out this week! I’m so excited for her and thrilled you’re here to hear our conversation. CONNECT WITH JULISSA –GET THE BOOK! CONNECT WITH ARIVEE Want Arivee as your coach? Schedule your Pre-order The Book: Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live it - with meaning, joy, aliveness, and alignment. Website: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/33132952

119. Arivee’s Most Recent Transition & Changes 08/22/2024

Summer Rewind: How to know when you're Burned Out 08/16/2024

118. Latinas Front & Center: Hady Mendez interviews Arivee 08/08/2024

118. Latinas Front & Center: Hady Mendez interviews Arivee I’m excited to bring to you a special podcast episode today because it’s not me doing the interviewing, it’s me being interviewed by the CEO and founder of Boldly Speaking LLC, Hady Mendez on her show Latinas Front & Center. Hady has interviewed other Latinas on the show so you’ll want to check out the previous shows on her website. I’ll share the link for her website in the notes to this episode. Let me share a bit about Hady to give you more context for our conversation. Hady is a Nurorican born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. She has shared that as she pursued her career path, she was often the only Latina or woman of color in the spaces she worked in. SHe found herself navigating companies and organizations on her own, without the support she needed and realized that gap hindered her growth. Hady’s mission is to transform the experiences of women and people of color and empower employees from underrepresented groups by equipping them with the skills to self-advocate, self-promote, and capitalize on leadership roles within ERGs and throughout organizations. Hady started Latinas Front and Center to spotlight Latinas and amplify our stories. In this conversation, Arivee talks about her story, purpose and mission, what she’s currently working on, what advice she’d give her younger self, her favorite part about our Latino culture, and her upcoming book Your TIme to Rise: Unlearn Limiting Beliefs, Unlock Your Power, and Unleash Your Truest Self. Go to to get on the pre-order list. SHOW NOTES Latinas Front & Center with Hady Mendez: Connect with Hady on LinkedIn: CONNECT WITH ARIVEE Masterclass: It’s one hour. It’s one of the best investments you’re going to make in yourself. Pre-order The Book: Time to Rise Mastermind: Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live it - with meaning, joy, aliveness, and alignment. Website: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/32506672

117. Empowering yourself when you can’t change your environment with Avantika Mathur (Part 2) 08/01/2024

117. Empowering yourself when you can’t change your environment with Avantika Mathur (Part 2) Back in April 2024, I went on a wellness retreat and met Avantika Mathur. She had the brightest smile and most vibrant energy, and she led two art therapy sessions for all of us attending the retreat.. In one of the sessions, she asked us to draw: “Who are you without…all your titles.” In another session, she asked us to draw: “What do you do when you’re trying to protect yourself and what are you protected yourself from?” Take 20 people….give them that question, watch them draw their answer and listen to each of them as they share vulnerably each time. That was the safe, contained experience Avantika created for us at that retreat. We also did some dance therapy because you know, music and movement is life! I kept in touch with Avantika and asked her to be on the podcast to share more of her story and her incredible work. Avantika, known as WomenPow, is a distinguished multi-disciplinary surrealist artist with over a decade of experience in the art and fashion sectors. She holds a BFA from the University of the Philippines, Manila, and an MFA from SNDT Women's University, Mumbai. Dedicated to women's empowerment, Avantika employs various artistic mediums, including canvas series, street art, and body painting, to convey her message. She collaborates with renowned fashion institutions such as NIFT and FAD, teaching color psychology, idea generation, and fashion styling. Additionally, she serves as the resident artist for leading real estate companies Raheja and Godrej. Avantika does immense social work and was the President of the Rotary Club of Navi Mumbai Industrial Area(22-23) and works with local political policymakers. As a certified therapeutic art life coach, she is part of a wellness retreat called Datu, offering Ayurvedic programs in Italy twice a year. She also supports children and women in need through art therapy across urban and rural villages. Balancing multiple roles—artist, activist, professor, philanthropist, and politician—Avantika is married to Rahesh Donny, and they have three fur babies– a dog, Chester, and two cats, Wakanda and Troy. She lives by the motto, "When life shines in full glory, why be subtle?" In this two-part conversation, Avantika and I delve into her work and just how impactful healing and conversation through art can be, which is what I personally experienced when working with her. She shares how what may appear to someone else as a disempowered woman can still feel empowered, despite their situation. For Avantika, empowerment is really about how do we ignite change from within, when we cannot change our external environment? In her words, only you can turn misery into magic. No one can do it for you and you can’t hide behind excuses. CONNECT WITH AVANTIKA IG: Email: [email protected] CONNECT WITH ARIVEE Masterclass: It’s one hour. It’s one of the best investments you’re going to make in yourself. Pre-order The Book: Time to Rise Mastermind: Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live it - with meaning, joy, aliveness, and alignment. Website: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/32265852

116. Empowering yourself when you can’t change your environment with Avantika Mathur (Part 1) 07/25/2024

116. Empowering yourself when you can’t change your environment with Avantika Mathur (Part 1) Back in April 2024, I went on a wellness retreat and met Avantika Mathur. She had the brightest smile and most vibrant energy, and she led two art therapy sessions for all of us attending the retreat.. In one of the sessions, she asked us to draw: “Who are you without…all your titles.” In another session, she asked us to draw: “What do you do when you’re trying to protect yourself and what are you protected yourself from?” Take 20 people….give them that question, watch them draw their answer and listen to each of them as they share vulnerably each time. That was the safe, contained experience Avantika created for us at that retreat. We also did some dance therapy because you know, music and movement is life! I kept in touch with Avantika and asked her to be on the podcast to share more of her story and her incredible work. Avantika, known as WomenPow, is a distinguished multi-disciplinary surrealist artist with over a decade of experience in the art and fashion sectors. She holds a BFA from the University of the Philippines, Manila, and an MFA from SNDT Women's University, Mumbai. Dedicated to women's empowerment, Avantika employs various artistic mediums, including canvas series, street art, and body painting, to convey her message. She collaborates with renowned fashion institutions such as NIFT and FAD, teaching color psychology, idea generation, and fashion styling. Additionally, she serves as the resident artist for leading real estate companies Raheja and Godrej. Avantika does immense social work and was the President of the Rotary Club of Navi Mumbai Industrial Area(22-23) and works with local political policymakers. As a certified therapeutic art life coach, she is part of a wellness retreat called Datu, offering Ayurvedic programs in Italy twice a year. She also supports children and women in need through art therapy across urban and rural villages. Balancing multiple roles—artist, activist, professor, philanthropist, and politician—Avantika is married to Rahesh Donny, and they have three fur babies– a dog, Chester, and two cats, Wakanda and Troy. She lives by the motto, "When life shines in full glory, why be subtle?" In this two-part conversation, Avantika and I delve into her work and just how impactful healing and conversation through art can be, which is what I personally experienced when working with her. She shares how what may appear to someone else as a disempowered woman can still feel empowered, despite their situation. For Avantika, empowerment is really about how do we ignite change from within, when we cannot change our external environment? In her words, only you can turn misery into magic. No one can do it for you and you can’t hide behind excuses. CONNECT WITH AVANTIKA IG: Email: [email protected] CONNECT WITH ARIVEE Masterclass: It’s one hour. It’s one of the best investments you’re going to make in yourself. Pre-order The Book: Time to Rise Mastermind: Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live it - with meaning, joy, aliveness, and alignment. Website: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/32265792

115. Rachel Brooks - How to stop chasing perfectionism and start living authentically (Part 2) 07/08/2024

115. Rachel Brooks - How to stop chasing perfectionism and start living authentically (Part 2) I’m glad you’re here for my two-part conversation with Rachel Brooks. Rachel is an award-winning author, podcast host, entrepreneur, and champion for women's empowerment. She's a captivating storyteller who guides women on transformative journeys of self-discovery, fueling their confidence and igniting their purpose. Rachel's journey began with a personal quest for healing and wholeness. Through her book, "Chasing Perfection: A Journey to Healing, Fitness, and Self-Love," she chronicled her struggles with body image, self-worth, and the relentless pursuit of perfection. This raw and relatable story resonated with women worldwide, inspiring them to embrace their authentic selves and create lives they love. Driven by a passion to empower women through movement, Rachel founded I Am Athletics, a fitness brand that celebrates women's strength and resilience. She also created The Confident Woman, a multifaceted platform that offers resources,community, and mentorship to women seeking to amplify their confidence and step into their full potential. Rachel's work is deeply rooted in her faith, which she credits for guiding her through challenges and illuminating her path toward discovering her identity and purpose. She believes that every woman has a unique story to share and a powerful voice to impact the world. Through her authentic vulnerability and unwavering belief in women's potential, Rachel is a catalyst for transformation, inspiring women to rewrite their narratives and embrace their limitless possibilities. In this two-part episode, Rachel and I delve into her story, and how we can stop chasing perfectionism and stop hustling for our worth. Rachel shares what you can do to start looking inward and uncover who you really are, and flip the script on your negative self-talk and your thoughts and feelings of unworthiness. She also shares how living authentically and in your truth is one of the keys to more freedom and fulfillment, in the way you define them. CONNECT WITH RACHEL Books: Chasing Perfection - Fit From Within - Podcast: The Confident Woman Podcast: Website: Instagram - LinkedIn - CONNECT WITH ARIVEE Masterclass: It’s one hour. It’s one of the best investments you’re going to make in yourself. Pre-order The Book: Time to Rise Mastermind: Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live it - with meaning, joy, aliveness, and alignment. Website: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/32033252

114. Rachel Brooks - How to stop chasing perfectionism and start living authentically (Part 1) 06/28/2024

114. Rachel Brooks - How to stop chasing perfectionism and start living authentically (Part 1) I’m glad you’re here for my two-part conversation with Rachel Brooks. Rachel is an award-winning author, podcast host, entrepreneur, and champion for women's empowerment. She's a captivating storyteller who guides women on transformative journeys of self-discovery, fueling their confidence and igniting their purpose. Rachel's journey began with a personal quest for healing and wholeness. Through her book, "Chasing Perfection: A Journey to Healing, Fitness, and Self-Love," she chronicled her struggles with body image, self-worth, and the relentless pursuit of perfection. This raw and relatable story resonated with women worldwide, inspiring them to embrace their authentic selves and create lives they love. Driven by a passion to empower women through movement, Rachel founded I Am Athletics, a fitness brand that celebrates women's strength and resilience. She also created The Confident Woman, a multifaceted platform that offers resources,community, and mentorship to women seeking to amplify their confidence and step into their full potential. Rachel's work is deeply rooted in her faith, which she credits for guiding her through challenges and illuminating her path toward discovering her identity and purpose. She believes that every woman has a unique story to share and a powerful voice to impact the world. Through her authentic vulnerability and unwavering belief in women's potential, Rachel is a catalyst for transformation, inspiring women to rewrite their narratives and embrace their limitless possibilities. In this two-part episode, Rachel and I delve into her story, and how we can stop chasing perfectionism and stop hustling for our worth. Rachel shares what you can do to start looking inward and uncover who you really are, and flip the script on your negative self-talk and your thoughts and feelings of unworthiness. She also shares how living authentically and in your truth is one of the keys to more freedom and fulfillment, in the way you define them. CONNECT WITH RACHEL Books: Chasing Perfection - Fit From Within - Podcast: The Confident Woman Podcast: Website: Instagram - LinkedIn - CONNECT WITH ARIVEE Masterclass: It’s one hour. It’s one of the best investments you’re going to make in yourself. Pre-order The Book: Time to Rise Mastermind: Instagram: @ariveevargas LinkedIn: for inspiration, motivation, and actionable strategies from Arivee in your inbox. We’re focusing on how to live that one beautiful precious life that you were meant to live it - with meaning, joy, aliveness, and alignment. Website: /episode/index/show/humblerising/id/31931237

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