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The MAC EffectGenesis Montealegre brings the heat to Mike' Shares things like never before'Letsssssss Goooooooo!
The MAC effect brings yet another great conversation.
Please welcome a smart, talented and beautiful young lady, she is a wonderful mother, a great therapist, a soul that thinks of others (hint her profession), a therapist, she is a daughter, a sister, and a tia, who tires her best to leave an imprint with those around her, please please a warm welcome to Genesis Montealegre.
Genesis was invited to the MAC Effect because as an old friend, she would bring a perspective of who Mike is and a witness to the process...2025-05-2058 min
Mientras Me CuroTurning Pain Into PurposeJoin Andrea and Genesis in the studio for a sit-down conversation about going from Pain to Purpose. Andrea introduces her untold story of enduring and overcoming a toxic 10-year relationship. Andrea opens up about the physical and emotional abuse she faced and how she transformed her deepest wounds into profound wisdom. Tune in to hear her inspiring story and discover the lessons she learned along the way. Co-host Genesis Montealegre provides psychological perspectives on these experiences, offering insights into the mental and emotional aspects of healing from trauma. This episode is a testament to the power of healing.
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Skip IntroBradley CooperBradley Cooper joins the show to talk about Maestro, which he directed, co-wrote, co-produced, and stars in as conductor and composer Leonard Bernstein. The film is a towering love story -- tracing the lifelong relationship between Bernstein and his wife, Felicia Montealegre Cohn Bernstein (Carey Mulligan).Cooper describes the film's genesis and why he and co-writer Josh Singer decided to focus the story around both Leonard and Felicia, digs into the extensive research process he went through to accurately capture their lives on film, and shares the process of transforming both physically and emotionally into the co...2023-12-2233 min
A Fondo Con María Jimena DuzánLa crisis ecuatoriana y la injerencia del fiscal BarbosaEcuador está atravesando una crisis política que provocó que el presidente Guillermo Lasso haya declarado la ‘muerte cruzada’, un mecanismo que le permite disolver la Asamblea Nacional (que es el Congreso ecuatoriano). Esta decisión fue tomada por Lasso porque era inminente un juicio político en su contra que podría derivar en su destitución. Para saber qué está pasando en el Ecuador, Eduardo Montealegre, ex Fiscal General de la Nación, y Mauricio Jaramillo, doctor en Ciencia Política e internacionalista, analizan #AFondo la génesis de la crisis ecuatoriana y la injerencia del actual Fiscal General d...2023-05-1958 min
Please Expand: Conversations From the Soul17. Spirituality (Connecting With Ourselves)Spirituality... what a complex and intense topic! Joining me is Nhu Truong, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a heart for healing and a love for the community. Nhu was born in Vietnam and followed the guidance of her mom and grandma on the practices of Buddhism. In this episode, we explore our spiritual experience and how it ties into cultural practices that feed our mind, body, and soul. Now I'm not gonna lie, I was a little nervous to explore this topic on such a public platform so come along for the ride as we think about s...2022-10-0755 minPlease Expand: Conversations From the Soul16. Addiction and Mental Health (Tackling the Stigma)Addiction may be a taboo topic, mostly because it can be a difficult one to understand. The stigma of addiction comes from the negative feelings that many individuals may hold for people struggling with substance use disorders, and their beliefs that poor personal choices are to blame for the disease. On this episode, we tackle some of the stigmas and understandings that are tied to substance use. Joining me is Lisa Jorgenson, AMFT, APCC working with individuals with mental health disorders and substance use. She shares her own personal and professional experience of substance use. Tune in as we scratch t...2022-09-1551 minPlease Expand: Conversations From the Soul15. Social Media (The Ins and Outs of Content Creating)Joining me on this episode is Ethel (@notoriousec) to talk about creating social media content and how to hone in on that skill to help you reach your media goals! Let's face it, everyone would love to go viral but not very many people think about what may come along with it. Join us as we explore the good and the bad of social media. From having access to a community of thousands to developing tough skin for all the negative comments to embracing the cringe and getting past the initial shyness of putting yourself out there. This episode...2022-08-2544 minPlease Expand: Conversations From the Soul14. "I Don't Belong Here" (Affirmations for Imposter Syndrome)Have you ever felt like you don't belong? Maybe you doubt your abilities or feel like a fraud? Well, that my friends, is called imposter syndrome and at one point in your life, you might have felt like this. I know I have! In this episode, we discuss imposter syndrome and some of the thoughts that might come up when we experience it. Tune in for an episode around tackling imposter syndrome with an affirmation activity to use daily, weekly, or whenever you might need a boost of confidence. Happy healing! 2022-08-1115 min
Please Expand: Conversations From the Soul13. Conversations with a Gen-Zer w/Angie EnriquezIf we think back to a time when we were younger, just graduated from high school, some of us were scared/nervous/excited for the future. We probably had so many thoughts and ideas about what the world had to offer and who we wanted to be. Now those that are in our place are Gen-Zers. Some of the perceptions older generations have about Gen-Zers are that they're "sensitive" or overly "politically correct," but I think some of the best qualities are often overlooked. This next generation is known for being the biggest advocates of social issues and the force...2022-07-2847 minPlease Expand: Conversations From the Soul12. Fashion is For Everyone (Exploring Negative Body Image)TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes themes about eating disorders and body image which may be triggering for some individuals. As a reminder, this content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, and treatment. For support, resources, and treatment options for yourself or a loved one who is struggling with an eating disorder, check out the resources below.
Mikaela Grimm is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for fashion. As an advocate of body positivity, Mikaela shares her journey of discovering her personal style in alignment with who she is. In this episode, she s...2022-07-2156 min
Please Expand: Conversations From the Soul11. Confidence Really Does Come From Within (Learning How to Be Confident)TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes themes of abuse, harmful relationships, and trauma. As a reminder, this content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, and treatment, if you are in need of help always seek the advice of a mental health professional. Check below for mental health resources!
I think the hardest part about doing anything out of our comfort zone is FEAR. We feel afraid that people might judge us, afraid that we will fail, or afraid that what we do is not enough. The opposite of fear is confidence. Reaching a place of confidence ta...2022-07-1452 minPlease Expand: Conversations From the Soul10. Be Lechendary (Cutting Through the B.S. to Accomplish Your Goals)Leche (aka Thomas) went from being in upper management corporate world to enrolling in beauty school to become a hairstylist/barber. Leche not only works in the beauty industry, but he also works in the people industry. In this episode, we explore the importance of purpose and cutting through the b.s. in order to tap into accomplishing the goals it takes to live out your purpose. Maybe you find yourself making excuses, fixating on the past, or don't have enough energy to focus on your own journey. Leche expands on how self-awareness and self-reflection can help shift your...2022-04-1451 minPlease Expand: Conversations From the Soul9. Let's Talk About Relationships!Hi friends! I am so excited to welcome back Nicholas Marquez. He will be joining us to help me answer questions about relationships. This time we attempt to answer common relationships questions and give our opinions based on our personal experience. We talk about trust, social media, and what healthy relationships look like. Tune in to hear more about our thoughts and experiences in our previous relationships and our current one.
We answered some of the most common questions about relationships, but maybe there's a question you have that we didn't get around to. W...2022-03-1731 minPlease Expand: Conversations From the Soul8. Finding Harmony in Our Life (Self-Care and Intentionality)Erin Navarro is a full-time teacher, Tiktok/Instagram content creator, and avid gym-goer. With all that she has going on, she continuously practices intentionality to achieve harmony. So how can we find harmony in our lives? With the hecticness of everyday life, it can be easy to feel out of balance and unmotivated. Erin shares some of her insights as to how she incorporates her own self-care strategies into her daily life in order to find her own harmony. Join us as we explore what it means to be intentional, how harmony can look in our lives, and what...2022-03-1027 minPlease Expand: Conversations From the Soul7. I Am Worthy of Healing (Positive Affirmations)Let's talk about affirmations! What are they? Positive affirmations are statements or phrases you repeat to yourself to challenge negative or unhelpful thinking patterns. Do they even work? Yes! You can make them work for you with just some practice and intention. In this episode, we will learn more about affirmations and why they're so beneficial and then we'll do some affirmations together!
Need an affirmation playlist? Check out this AMAZING playlist by @selfloversintherapy:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6ZI7UZuuBxpvbCupkwZY7c?si=b5f3981fe25940ba
Re...2022-03-0315 minPlease Expand: Conversations From the Soul6. Mom Bo$$ (Balancing Work, Kids, and Mental Health)Yaricza Meza, failed many times before she succeeded and has been unstoppable since. As a full-time business owner and mom, she has learned how to juggle work and being a mom while making time for herself and her mental health. Yari shares insight on her journey to becoming a hairstylist and how that pushed her to work hard. Once she became a mom, the mom guilt started and she challenged herself to take care of herself the way she takes care of others. Join us and she shares more on her business mentality, tips on how to work through...2022-02-2448 minPlease Expand: Conversations From the Soul5. Triggered (Using Self-Compassion for Healing)A trigger is a psychological stimulus that can be as subtle as a scent or a memory taking you back to a traumatic experience. In mental health terms, it is something that can affect our emotional state and may cause us to feel strong emotions such as anger, fear, anxiety, sadness, or feeling out of control. Being triggered may primarily show up in how you behave; you might isolate yourself from others, become argumentative, shut down emotionally, or criticize yourself. So how can we deal with triggers? Although the answer is not that simple, we can begin the healing...2022-02-1719 minPlease Expand: Conversations From the Soul4. "And now you're a Master!" (Advocating for Yourself)Have you ever wanted to speak up for yourself but your heart starts racing, you begin to overthink it, and end up not saying anything at all? I know I have! Mitzy Ruelas, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, shares her experience on how she became passionate about advocating for others and provides us with some tips on how to advocate for yourself even when it feels scary. Mitzy lived a cross-border life as a child and speaks on how her early life experiences planted the seed of advocacy and influenced her later career choices. She shares how she...2022-02-1039 min
Please Expand: Conversations From the Soul3. Fences and Gates (Setting Boundaries)Much like fences and gates, boundaries are meant to keep things out and let things in. At one point we’ve all struggled with setting boundaries in our relationships and with ourselves. On one hand, we might have trouble saying no to others, or on the other hand, we might keep people at a distance. Honestly, setting boundaries sounds a lot easier said than done so let's take this one step at a time! In this episode, we talk about what unhealthy boundaries are, the different types of boundaries, ways to start setting boundaries, and what might happen after setting bo...2022-02-0327 minPlease Expand: Conversations From the Soul2. You Are Not "Man Enough" (Topics on Masculinity)What does it mean to be a man? Such a simple question requires a complicated answer because there is no one way to define masculinity. From a young age, men are socialized to think that they are not man enough when they share their feelings or show emotions. In this episode, Nicholas Marquez shares his experience of being a stay-at-home dad and how his perspective on masculinity has shifted over time. Join us as we scratch the surface on a topic that might have some of you feeling uncomfortable (because it involves sharing your feelings). Happy healing! 2022-01-2719 min
Please Expand: Conversations From the Soul1. The Only One Stopping You is YOU (Limiting Beliefs)"I'm not good enough. I'm a failure. I don't belong here." What are the stories you tell yourself that hold you back from pursuing your dreams? What messages repeat in your head that stop you from healing? In this first episode of the Please Expand podcast we will be discussing limiting beliefs. Everyone has them and sometimes we can't pinpoint what they are without some self-reflection. These beliefs are developed in childhood and can be hard to overcome, but good news is that we can challenge these beliefs and shift our mentality in order to become our best selves...2022-01-2014 min