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In this heartfelt interview, Veronica Suazo shares her journey of self-discovery, the power of community, and her inspiring work as a therapist, podcaster, and coach. Discover how vulnerability, authenticity, and taking bold steps can transform lives and empower women to choose themselves. Veronica Suazo, podcast, therapy, self-love, community, personal growth, Latina empowerment, resilience,…
Five months after leaving real estate, Elena gives the honest update she wishes more people would share — the fear, the faith, the confusion, and the burning desire to keep going anyway. No highlight reel. Just the real messy middle of building something from scratch, out loud and imperfectly on purpose. Find community and weekly essays at elenaoutloud.substack.com Get the podcast starter guide at…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
