Boundary-setting can feel like betrayal when you've been raised in a culture where family needs always come first. That guilt you feel when saying "no"? It's not just you — it's generations of conditioning that equates self-care with selfishness.

Drawing from personal experiences as a first-generation Mexicana, this episode dives into the messy reality of establishing healthy limits in Latino families. From the husband who interrupts work meetings to the late-night friend calls that drain your energy, we explore the everyday moments where boundaries become essential. You'll learn why statements like "la familia es primero" and "no seas egoista" make saying no feel impossible, and how these cultural expectations can lead to resentment, exhaustion, and disconnection from your authentic self.

Beyond cultural insights, this episode offers practical tools you can implement immediately. Discover ready-to-use boundary scripts for different relationships, signs your body is begging for boundaries, and a guided meditation to release the guilt that often accompanies self-protection. Through personal stories of boundary successes and failures, you'll see how setting limits isn't about pushing people away—it's about creating the conditions for more authentic connection.

Whether you're struggling with work-life boundaries, family obligations, or friendships that leave you depleted, this conversation reminds you that "aquí estoy, pero hasta aquí llego" (I am here, but this is my limit). Your needs are valid, your voice matters, and contrary to what you might have been taught, boundaries aren't selfish—they're sacred acts of self-love that benefit everyone in your life.

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Have you ever felt like you're living two lives—one to please your familia and another that's truly yours? That internal tug-of-war was my reality until I discovered two powerful tools that revolutionized my self-understanding: astrology and human design.

As a first-generation Mexicana and intuitive healer, I've spent years navigating cultural expectations while trying to honor my authentic self. The journey wasn't easy until these cosmic frameworks gave me permission to embrace all parts of who I am. Your birth chart isn't just some mystical concept—it's a profound mirror reflecting your essence through your Sun (your core identity), Moon (emotional landscape), and Rising sign (how others perceive you). When I discovered my Sagittarius Sun explained my love for adventure, my Cancer Moon illuminated my deep emotional sensitivity, and my Leo Rising revealed why people saw confidence even when I trembled inside, everything clicked.

Human Design took this understanding even deeper by mapping my energetic blueprint as a Generator. Suddenly, my pattern of burnout made sense—I was forcing initiatives rather than responding to what genuinely lit me up. Learning about the five energy types (Manifestors, Generators, Manifesting Generators, Projectors, and Reflectors) didn't box me in; it liberated me from expectations that never fit.

These tools aren't just fascinating—they're practical medicine for generational healing. When you understand your cosmic design, you release the guilt of being "too much" or "not enough." You recognize that your need for solitude isn't laziness but essential restoration. You build relationships that honor rather than deplete you. Most importantly, you give yourself permission to live authentically rather than performing to meet cultural or family expectations.

Whether you're curious about why certain relationships feel effortless while others drain you, or why traditional success paths leave you unfulfilled, your cosmic blueprint holds answers. Join me in exploring how astrology and human design can transform your relationship with yourself and create a life aligned with your true essence. Ready to discover your cosmic roadmap? Reach out—I'd love to guide you on this journey.

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Have you ever felt mysteriously drained after someone stared at you too intensely? Or noticed a sudden headache after receiving excessive compliments? Your abuela might have called it "mal de ojo" – the evil eye – and she was tapping into ancient wisdom about energy transfer that modern science is only beginning to understand.

In this illuminating bonus episode, I respond to a listener's question about cultural energy practices and dive deep into the mystery of mal de ojo. This isn't about superstition; it's about energy misdirection that can affect your wellbeing. I share my childhood experience with a traditional egg cleansing (limpia con huevo) and explain why babies are particularly vulnerable to these energy imbalances. You'll discover practical protection methods including the significance behind those red bracelets, deer's eye seeds, crystal work, and the power of intentional prayer – regardless of your religious background.

We also untangle the crucial difference between envidia (envy) and jealousy – terms often used interchangeably but representing fundamentally different emotional states. Jealousy fears losing what you have, while envidia wants what someone else possesses. This distinction matters deeply for your healing journey. I guide you through self-reflection questions to transform these challenging emotions into catalysts for growth rather than sources of shame. The episode concludes with a guided energy cleansing meditation you can return to whenever you feel energetically compromised. Remember, spiritual hygiene is just as essential as physical cleanliness – it's about reclaiming your energetic sovereignty. Share your own protection practices or experiences with me at dora@dorapraxedes.com, and let's continue building this healing community together.

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