A trigger warning that we discuss themes of war and violence in this episode.
Summary
Adriana M Rodriguez is a licensed marriage and family therapist, educator, community builder, and host of the Entre Tías y Amiguis podcast. Adri specializes in generational healing, family systems, and supporting first-generation professionals, adult children of immigrants, and people who are breaking cycles to create healthier patterns for themselves and future generations.
In this conversation, Adriana Rodriguez shares her journey as a first-generation immigrant from El Salvador, discussing the impact of generational trauma, the importance of community, and her experiences navigating life in El Salvador and the U.S. Adri reflects on her childhood during the civil war, the challenges of separation from her family, and the resilience required to adapt to a new culture. She emphasizes the significance of understanding the context of migration and the legacy of trauma in shaping identities and family dynamics. Through her story, Adri highlights the power of sharing experiences and the healing that comes from community connection. We dive deep and explore the complexities of identity, the immigrant experience, and the journey of self-discovery through education and therapy. Our conversation touches on the challenges of navigating family dynamics, trauma, and the importance of compassion for oneself and others. This leads us to a conversation on the interconnectedness of human experiences and the need for emotional boundaries while acknowledging the systemic issues that impact mental health. Ultimately, we highlight the significance of becoming good ancestors and the role of knowledge in healing.
Chapters
02:59 The Impact of Online Communities During the Pandemic
08:47 Adri's Migration Story: Context and Historical Background
17:26 Navigating Family Separation and Emotional Challenges
28:07 Overcoming Language Barriers in Education
35:37 Finding My Path: From Engineering to Sociology
38:53 The Struggles of Code-Switching and Identity
51:31 The Journey into Therapy and Self-Discovery
01:02:42 The Complexity of Immigrant Experiences
01:13:28 The Interconnectedness of Humanity
01:32:17 Becoming Future Ancestors
Keywords
migration, generational trauma, imperialism, El Salvador, The United States, California, community, immigrant experience, mental health, identity, education, code-switching, empowerment, identity, immigrant experience, therapy, trauma, family dynamics, intergenerational healing, compassion, mental health, community building
