Welcome back to a brand-new season of The First Gen Madrina Podcast, and this month, we’re diving deep into Reclaiming Your Story as a First Gen.

In this powerful kickoff episode, we explore what it truly means to reconnect with your voice, your truth, and your narrative. As first-generation individuals, many of us were raised in environments where survival came before self-expression. Unfortunately, silence, sacrifice, and strength may have been necessary, but it often came at the cost of not being seen and heard.

This episode unpacks how and why so many of us “lost” our stories, not because they didn’t exist, but because we didn’t always feel safe, empowered, or supported enough to tell them.

You’ll learn:

• What it actually means to reclaim your story (without forcing a positive spin)
• How inherited beliefs and unspoken rules shape your narrative
• Why storytelling is a form of healing, not just sharing
• The role of therapy and safe spaces in processing your experiences
• How to navigate guilt, family ties, and boundaries while honoring your truth
• Why discernment matters when choosing who gets access to your story

This conversation is a reminder that you are not just a product of your experiences; you are the author of how those experiences shape you.

So, the question is: What story are you ready to reclaim?

What if conflict isn’t the problem? It is just a skill that we were never taught, especially when it comes to money.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Jen Fry a conflict literacy expert, TEDx speaker, and founder of JenFryTalks. Together, we dive into the uncomfortable but necessary conversation around conflict and money. We discuss the tension, the silence, the expectations, and the unspoken pressure so many of us carry, especially as first-gens.

From her experience as a former NCAA coach to leading over 250 trainings, Dr. Jen breaks down what it actually means to handle conflict in a way that builds trust instead of tension. Because let’s be real, when money is involved, conflict can feel even heavier.

We talk about:

• Why avoiding conflict around money is costing you more than you think
• How to communicate clearly about finances without guilt or shame
• The difference between boundaries and being “selfish” when it comes to money

If you’ve ever struggled to talk about money, set financial boundaries, or navigate family expectations, this episode will challenge you and equip you with the tools to show up differently.

Welcome to the first episode of a brand-new season where we’re diving deep into Conflict and Money.

When we think about money, we usually focus on numbers: how much we make, spend, or owe. What often goes unspoken is how conflict, both internal and relational, shapes our financial lives.

In this episode, we unpack the ways conflict shows up beyond arguments. Sometimes it’s the conversations we avoid, the boundaries we struggle to set, or the silence we carry around money. As first-generation individuals, many of us were never taught how to navigate these moments, especially when money has been tied to survival, stress, or family expectations.

We talk about:

• Why avoiding money conversations is a form of conflict
• How people-pleasing and guilt impact financial decisions
• The emotional weight of supporting family while trying to build your own future
• What it means to advocate for yourself financially without shame

This isn’t just about money. It’s about your voice, your boundaries, and your mental health.

If you’ve ever felt anxious, stuck, or guilty when it comes to money… this episode is for you.

Grab your cafecito or your wine, and let’s start the conversation!