In this episode of Healing Generations, Maestras Debra Camarillo and Susie Armijo engage in a heartfelt conversation with Patty Marquez-Singh about healing, community support, and the immigrant experience. They discuss the importance of joy, the power of storytelling, and the journey of self-discovery. Patty shares her background, her work in transformational healing, and the inspiration behind her book, emphasizing that healing is a collective journey and that everyone has the power to heal within themselves.

Poem Title at 50:09: "The Fight, The Legacy"

Healing is for ALL book: https://a.co/d/8U1dT9e

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

08:54 Patricia's Journey and Background

12:55 Navigating the Immigrant Experience

21:07 Defining Joy and Its Importance

31:20 The Inner Drive: Passion and Motivation

34:12 Navigating Burnout: The Adult Experience

36:21 Authenticity and Change: A Personal Journey

37:56 Grounding Ourselves: The Importance of Stability

42:28 The Healing Journey: Writing and Sharing Stories

50:09 The Fight, The Legacy

52:49 Consejos for Healing: Wisdom for All Generations

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In this episode of Healing Generations, the youth explore Demetrious Quinonez's journey through the foster system, incarceration, and his path to healing and personal growth. It highlights the importance of self-acceptance and the ability to transform negative experiences into motivation for positive change.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

01:24 Meeting Demetrious Quinonez

2:32 Connecting through the National Compadres Network

9:27 Early Life Challenges

11:12 Appreciating Those Along the Way

14:54 Memories from the Summer Internship

21:16 Highlighting Current Hardships

24:02 Defining Healing and Looking Forward

29:21 Closing Remarks

And to learn more about the National Compadres Network, please visit:

Website: https://nationalcompadresnetwork.org/

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Email: HGP@compadresnetwork.org

In this episode of Healing Generations, Maestras Debra Camarillo and Susie Armijo engage in a heartfelt conversation with Tania Alfaro, a dedicated advocate for immigrant youth. They explore themes of healing, community support, and the importance of mentorship. Tania shares her personal journey, the challenges faced by immigrant youth, and the significance of creating safe spaces for them. The discussion also delves into self-care practices, cultural traditions, and the wisdom that can be passed down to future generations. This episode emphasizes the power of connection, resilience, and the ongoing journey of healing within communities.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

04:06 Introducing Tania Alfaro: A Journey of Healing

11:10 The Impact of Mentorship and Community Support

15:24 Challenges Faced by Immigrant Youth

23:58 Self-Care and Grounding in Difficult Times

29:02 Effective Solutions for Supporting Youth

32:33 Stories of Impact: A Youth's Journey

41:33 Cultural Traditions and Their Importance

51:20 Advice for Future Generations

And to learn more about the National Compadres Network, please visit:

Website: https://nationalcompadresnetwork.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/la.cultura.cura/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/laculturacura

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/national.compadres.network

Email: HGP@compadresnetwork.org