There are only a few new episodes left for the year, and this week is a good one. Our guest, Rosie Mercado, is a podcaster, TV personality, author, plus-size model, mama, and that's just the beginning! Rosie talks about her 240lb. weight loss journey, her growing faith, and what it’s like to be a new mom after a 14 year gap between her kids. Listening to Rosie’s story will motivate you to begin creating your own happiness as soon as the episode is over. There's no better time to start working on you than right now!
Before the episode, Bricia is catching us up on her mini vacation with her husband that she mentioned during last week’s episode. It was their first trip alone since Augustina was born earlier this year!
More about Rosie Mercado: Television star Rosie Mercado is capturing hearts and imaginations across the globe with her compelling story, electric persona and breathtaking beauty.
A proud, bilingual Latina, Rosie is a true crossover star who also guest-hosts and is a correspondent on leading Spanish-language networks, Telemundo and Univision, as well as on the Emmy-award winning Dr. Phil Show and The Doctors.
The journey of her 240-pound weight loss and life transformation into a prominent voice for women’s empowerment went viral. In 2019, Rosie was named as one of the “Top 25 Most Powerful Latinas” by People en Espanol.
In fall 2020, Rosie launched two projects simultaneously. Her shocking story of survival and triumph was released through the publication of her memoir, The Girl with the Self-Esteem Issues, in both English and Spanish. With the same title, she launched her podcast with both video and audio components and is also available in English and Spanish. Each episode features candid discussions between Rosie and influential figures from all walks of life covering topics such as parenting, health and relationships.
Episode Gems from Rosie Mercado & more
“It’s a blessing to be present as a mom.” - Rosie
“Until you know someone’s story, you don’t know who they are.” - Rosie
“No mas. I’m going to work on me.” - Rosie
“Becoming a mother just makes you a different person. You start looking deeper into who you are meant to be.” - Paulina
“Sometimes when people are being mean to you, it’s not a reflection of you. it’s a reflection of them.” - Rosie
“When you change you mind, your body changes in the process.” - Paulina
“Find things that you like, that make you happy and give it an opportunity.” - Rosie
“Self care is essential for transformation.” - Rosie
“I want more peace, I want to find answers, something is guiding me. I know there a presence out there.” - Rosie
Pick or Tip of the Week
Bricia’s pick is the cutest tie dye sweat suit from our amiga, Rachel Gomez’s line, Viva la Bonita. It’s cozy and perfect for hanging out at home during the holidays, so support a small Laguna owned business and buy it for someone you love (or yourself 😉) today!
Paulina’s tip is the movie, War with Grandpa - watch the trailer here. She saw it a few weeks back at a drive-in movie and it’s so funny! It’s family friendly and she highly recommends it for children and grownups alike
Links
Follow Rosie on Instagram @rosiemercado and her podcast @thegirlwithselfesteemissues.
Learn more about Rosie, her book, and more at RosieMercado.com.
Listen to her podcast The Girl with the Self Esteem Issues in english and in Spanish, La Latina con Baja Autoestima.
