Episode 297: Keeping It Real with the Super Mamas: Damn Loca, Where You Been?

Surprise! We’re back after a much needed break.

No, we weren’t fighting 🤣🤣In all honesty, we needed to let the podcast take a backseat while we focused on the restuarnt, our families and especially our mental health. We felt we needed to recharge because 2021 was more difficult than 2020 in a sense - we were dealing with the aftermath of the beginning of the decade. Our family’s restaurant and other businesses needed more of our attention, and we couldn’t dedicate as much time as we wanted to the podcast. So we both did some reflecting and thought about what we really wanted out this community we’ve created.

And you know what? That hiatus worked. We’re refreshed and know exactly where we’re taking our little podcast project. So sit back and catch up with us as we explain where we’re at in our lives and where we’re taking you next. Super Mamas, let’s do this!

GEMS 💎 from this episode

I had a choice. Do I sit back and wait for life happen to me? Or say okay I have to do something because I don’t want to live my life like this anymore. - Paulina

I needed to learn, I needed to grow and now I’m here. - Paulina

The more you grow and the more you put yourself in situations that make you uncomfortable, thats where growth happens. - Bricia

As you grow you have to deal with the demons that are inside of you. - Bricia

When we get stuck doing something we don’t like, more often than not its just based off other peoples expectations. - Bricia

It’s important that the decisions that you make aren’t based on others expectations, but are based on your inner reflections and what you choose to do for yourself and what’s best for you in that moment. Not let other peoples opinions drive you because that could be the end of your mental health. - Bricia

Pick or Tip of the Week

Paulina’s pick is the show Never Have I Ever on Netflix. It’s the cutest show and it’s a good introduction to what teenage years could be like for any parents who are about to be there, like Pau. 

Speaking about shows of high school kids, we’re still very into Euphoria - but these are two different high school experiences and definitely not a show for kids.

Bricia’s pick this week is also a show. The Sex Life of College Girls created by Mindy Kaling. Another show that isn’t for kids (I think we’re starting to see a theme here LOL) but more great prep for parents whose kids are going to college soon.

LINKS

The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz

Check out our previous interview with Victor Pierantoni, Paulina & Bricia’s life coach

Bricia also talks about Viome, a microbiome gut health test. You send in a few samples to learn what food you should avoid, what to minimize and what are your super foods and things to enjoy. You also get suggested supplements best on your results. Bricia was shocked at her results but is going to try it out for the next six months to see if she can feel any changes. This is not sponsored, just something she wanted to try. Please talk to your doctor for personalized medical advice.

Episode 264: Keeping it Real with the Super Mamas: How Covid-19 Tried to Steal Our Holiday Cheer

Happy New Year, sisters!

This week’s episode is about our personal experience after Paulina and her family were diagnosed with covid right before Christmas. After months of being so careful and trying our best to stay safe, Paulina, her husband and children, and our parents, . What a way to end 2020, right? 😅 It was a scary, painful and stressful few weeks, but the entire family is on their way to recovery. So many of you not only reached out to send well wishes and covid experiences, but also shared home remedies that helped us fight the virus off even faster. We’ve included some below, which we will absolutely be using in the future for when flu season rolls around again. At the end of the day, we are blessed to have our good health and the support of our family, friends and followers! The year can only get better from here!

*If you’re a covid survivor, please consider donating blood and plasma for research. Learn more at redcrossblood.org.

Coronavirus Remedies

Flu Bomb Recipe

Smash one clove of garlic and one teaspoon of grated ginger.

Mix with 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, one teaspoon raw honey, one lemon and 1/4 cup warm water.

Drink one in the morning and one at night to help with flu-like symptoms.

Pick or Tip of the Week

After Paulina’s Instagram Live, where she let the followers know she had coronavirus, many of you reached out to share remedies that have worked for you and your families who were also recovering coronavirus. Her favorite was a Flu Bomb that she knows she’ll use whenever she’s feeling sick. It helped with a lot of the flu-like symptoms of covid, plus it’s anti-inflammatory and helps with infection. Check out the recipe above and video above for more details.

Everyone is pretty used to virtual learning at this point in the pandemic. Bricia’s pick is Osmo, an app that children can use with their tablets at home. It’s a great gift and another great option for your kids who are learning at home and are craving a different kind of stimulation. Bricia bought it for Eduardo last year and it’s been great while he’s learning at home. He even wants to use it during his free time!

Links

If you’re a covid survivor, please consider donating blood and plasma for research. Learn more at redcrossblood.org.

Daniel Fast - Guide, Food List, Resources and more

Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol by Holly Whitaker

Episode 220: Setting Realistic Goals for the New Year & Getting Rid of Impostor Syndrome with Michelle Gomez, Career & Life Coach

It’s our last show of 2019 and we’re ending with a bang! This week, we speak to Michelle Gomez, Career & Life Coach. She speaks to us about what imposter syndrome is and how to turn it into a positive by identifying your unique cocktail of needs (read more on that below). Michelle also talks about the best methods for setting your goals in the new year and why it’s important to celebrate yourself when achieving these goals. There are so many gems in this episode, you’ll want to take notes. Get ready to set your intentions and make sh*t happen!

Before the interview, Paulina and Bricia are talking about how excited they are to spend time with their families and not having a packed schedule of events. All they want to do is be housewives for the holidays - shopping, cleaning, cooking, baking, spending time with the kids - doing it all!

What is imposter syndrome? How do you surrender to this feeling, understand it, and use this instead of it using you?

Imposter syndrome is a behavioral phenomenon where high achieving people seem to internalize their success. They explain their accomplishments away rather than own them. There is a consistent fear of being caught as a fake or phony. It could happen to anyone, but typically it happens more to women.

Michelle believes there is power in identifying. In her book, “Own Your Brilliance: Overcome Impostor Syndrome for Career Success,” she helps people identify their UCON, or unique cocktail of needs. By understanding these five competencies, people can then identify their triggers and can start to work through their internal dialogue by journaling, meditating, etc.

1. The Perfectionist: Tends to focus on something that’s done. High expectation of herself and sets the bar high. When she doesn’t achieve, she experiences harsh inner criticism and shame.

2. The Natural Genius: Expects to have natural abilities, AKA an easy flow of intelligence that would result in being able to approach any task or goal with ease. if it’s not easy, she believes it’s not for her - impostor.

3. The Expert: Believes true competency is in possessing as much knowledge and skill as possible, or be able to retain and execute all forms of self-mastery and seeking out all forms of credential. Tend to hold yourself back.

4. The Rugged Individualist: a person who can approach the task all on her own, with no help. If she approaches it and sees she needs help, she pulls back because she’s an impostor.

5. The Superwoman: believes she should fulfill all her duties masterfully (wife, mother, sister, friend, employee, leader, etc.) and she should handle with ease.

Which of these competencies do you identify with? How will you be changing these behaviors into a positive? Listen to Michelle drop gems during her interview and comment below!

Pick or Tip of the Week

This is not an #ad, but Paulina’s new favorite thing is Disney+ ! She loves it. They not only have all the animated shows that their sister, Liz, used to watch as a kid, but also a lot of shows that Bricia & Paulina grew up watching too. Her favorite shows to watch are the animated shorts, and she’s also been meaning to check out Boy Meets World with the girls. It’s the perfect way to spend their Christmas break.

Bricia has a pick AND a tip this week. Her pick is Apple TV+. It has two shows she is obsessed with - The Morning Show, which is a drama with comedic moments, and Dickinson, a comedy starring Hailee Steinfield, which Bricia’s says is her favorite show she’s seen this year.

Bricia’s tip for the rest of 2019 is for all the super mamas to reflect on the year. Don’t be afraid to own and shout out your successes, as little or as big as they are. Rejoice in your achievements without worrying about what people are going to think of you. Own your shit and live your best inner self. You should be proud of everything you’ve achieved this year, no regrets.

Links

Follow Michelle on Instagram @mgsuccesscoach and learn more about her coaching at michellemgomez.com.

Michelle’s favorite book: “The Four Agreements”

The last book Michelle read: “The Beautiful No”

The Oprah Tour - we want to go !

Episode 213: Keeping Up with the Super Mamas: Don't Wait til Next Year to Work on Being Your Best Self!

This week is another catch up session with your favorite Super Mamas. We are super busy with birthdays, trips and the Oaxaca cookbook release (one week countdown starts now!). Bricia and Paulina also discuss the importance of retraining your mind to be positive, especially with all the negative content we consume on social media & tv on a daily basis, and how you can empower yourself to end the year strong. Why start next week, next month, or next year when you can start being your best you right now? Let’s finish the year as the best super mamas that we can be.

Pick or Tip of the Week

If you’re native to California, local to Los Angeles, or looking to take a trip to the area, Paulina’s pick this week is for you. From camping to glamping, El Capitan Canyon is a great campsite for the whole family. There’s so much to do - the beach, hiking trails, a pool, playground for the kids, or even bring your bike like Paulina and the family did. You can also stay in a cabin like Paulina chose, a yurt, and tent with a bed, or if you’re the adventurous type (not us 😬😂), you can stay in a tent on the beach.

Bricia’s tip this week is something really different. She recently read the an opinion piece in the New York Times called, “My Year of No Shopping,” so Bricia decided that she would take on the challenge. She will not make unnecessary purchases like electronics, extra clothing or shoes, etc.; she’s just going to use what she has. Paulina made the suggestion of getting organized around the house to help with the unnecessary spending. When you know what you have, then you don’t have to buy anything extra.

Links

Listen to Rachel Hollis’ RISE podcast episode that Bricia mentioned - “How to Change Your Life TODAY

Want to learn more about the benefits of avocado as mentioned in our intro? Visit SaboreaUnoHoy.com/Lutein.