What does it truly mean to stand boldly for your faith in a world that often misunderstands and rejects it? This raw, unfiltered episode delves into the tension between speaking truth and showing compassion as believers in today's polarized society.

Through vulnerable personal testimony, I share my journey from deep brokenness to bold purpose—including past struggles with abortion, infidelity, and other sins that once defined me. Rather than hiding these painful experiences, I reveal how God transformed my greatest shame into my most powerful testimony. This isn't about judgment but about hope: if God could change me, He can surely change you too.

We examine how media and cultural divisions tear families apart, while exploring a different path forward. True Christian witness requires speaking truth with love, listening genuinely instead of preparing defensive responses, and recognizing that God works uniquely in each person's life. As Matthew 24:14 reminds us, the gospel must be preached throughout the world—not through condemnation but through authentic testimony.

Drawing inspiration from public figures who boldly stood for Jesus despite criticism, I encourage you to live unafraid of external judgment while extending genuine compassion to others. Our calling isn't to tell people how to live but to point them to the One who gives life.

Ready to discover your God-given purpose and walk boldly in it? Subscribe now, share with a friend, and join our community of women who refuse to compromise their faith while still loving others well. Your story of transformation is just beginning.

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Transformation begins with self-discovery, peeling back layers of hurt and false identities to reveal who we truly are. Season 8 kicks off by exploring the foundation of the Empower Her program: healing from past wounds, understanding our true identity, and trusting God's purpose.

• Healing requires releasing the hurts we've carried—whether rejection, betrayal, or loss
• Forgiveness isn't about excusing what happened but freeing our hearts
• Many of us become "chameleons," changing ourselves to fit in with different groups
• Finding our true identity starts with understanding we are children of God
• Learning to trust God means surrendering control and believing His plan is bigger
• Our past experiences aren't random but are preparing us for our purpose
• What seems like being a "jack of all trades" is often God weaving together our gifts

Enrollment for the Empower Her 12-week coaching program is opening soon! Class begins September 28th at 5pm Central Standard Time. Schedule your interview now and mention this episode to receive 25% off your enrollment. Spots are limited, so don't wait.

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Mariana shares her raw, personal journey through perimenopause, detailing the physical and emotional changes affecting her body, energy levels, and relationships. She offers biblical perspectives and practical wisdom for women navigating this challenging transition while maintaining their identity and purpose.

• Gained 53 pounds over the past decade despite being in peak physical condition at age 40
• Experienced multiple health challenges including heart surgery and an ischemic aneurysm
• Dealing with classic perimenopause symptoms including hot flashes, night sweats, and fatigue
• Struggling with parenting younger children with decreased energy levels
• Using therapy to process emotions and gain tools for this transition
• Addressing intimacy challenges in marriage caused by hormonal changes
• Finding God's wisdom and purpose in this season through scripture
• Importance of community and open conversation with other women
• Journaling prompts to reflect on identity, relationships, and purpose during menopause

If you're ready to walk through this season with support and guidance, I'd love to invite you into my Empower Her 12-week coaching program. It's a space for women to rediscover their identity, rebuild confidence and align their lives with God's purpose. Enrollment is reopening soon - the link is in the show notes.

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Feeling stuck in a cycle of pouring from an empty cup? Ready to reclaim your purpose and passion? This episode marks a powerful return after a restorative July break, where I share the profound shifts happening in both my personal journey and professional mission.

Fresh from completing my advanced life coach certification, I'm bringing enhanced tools and strategies to help multifaceted women create the lives they truly desire. I share the milestone of celebrating 17 years of marriage—a true testament to healing and transformation after surviving two previous marriages, including one marked by severe abuse. At age 30, I found myself rebuilding my entire life, rediscovering who I was beyond the roles of mother and provider. That journey of reinvention became the foundation for what MAMI on a Mission represents today.

As both the podcast and business celebrate their third anniversary, I reveal how a simple workout hashtag evolved into MAMI: Mujeres Alcanzando Metas Imposibles (Women Achieving Impossible Goals). The Bible study communities, weekly Zoom gatherings, and the new EmpowerHer Purpose program are creating spaces for women to heal, grow, and transform from the inside out. This 12-week coaching experience is designed specifically for women ready to stop living on autopilot and start walking confidently in their purpose.

The transformation we seek isn't always visible on the outside—the deepest healing happens within. When others notice something different about you but can't quite identify what's changed, that's when you know true transformation is happening. Ready to experience this shift? Grab a copy of my bestselling book, join our supportive community, or schedule an interview to see if the Empower Her Purpose program is your next step toward living a purposeful, passionate life aligned with your deepest values.

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Roxanne Lara's story will leave you breathless. From smuggling people across borders at age 13 to becoming addicted to "daybreak pills" that made her violent and unpredictable, Roxanne lived a life straight out of a crime thriller. Her candid testimony reveals how deeply entrenched she became in a world of drugs, violence, and criminal enterprises.

The raw details of her journey are staggering – pistol-whipping a boyfriend, burning houses, multiple incarcerations, and even being kidnapped by a Mexican cartel (a situation few survive). After losing both parents and spiraling further into addiction and crime, Roxanne hit absolute rock bottom. Yet it was precisely at this darkest moment that light broke through.

Through an unexpected spiritual encounter while following a guided meditation video, Roxanne experienced what she describes as a warm, yellow light enveloping her. This led to a prayer of complete surrender – "Jesus take the wheel" – that transformed her life instantaneously. The burden she had carried for decades lifted, and she emerged as "a new woman."

Today, Roxanne ministers to incarcerated women, sharing her testimony as living proof that no one is beyond redemption. Her powerful message to those still trapped in cycles of addiction, shame, or criminality is simple yet profound: "Don't give up. Forgive yourself." She emphasizes that often our inability to forgive ourselves becomes our biggest prison.

Roxanne's story demonstrates that no matter how dark your past, complete transformation is possible. Her journey from cartel-kidnapped criminal to faith-filled minister showcases the redemptive power of surrender and second chances. Have you been holding onto shame from your past? What might happen if you finally let it go?

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What happens when rock bottom has a trap door? When Denise Rodriguez met host Mariana at a women's conference, neither could have imagined how powerfully their parallel journeys would resonate with listeners. This raw, unfiltered conversation takes you inside the reality of domestic violence, offering both gut-wrenching moments and breathtaking testimony of divine intervention.

Married at 19 with two children already, Denise shares how she ignored spiritual warnings about her first marriage, only to find herself divorced and vulnerable to a "love bomber" who quickly isolated her from support systems. As pregnancy, homelessness, and physical abuse created seemingly inescapable bonds, Denise reached her darkest moment in a hotel room, crying out with nothing left but desperate prayer.

The turning point came through the most unlikely source – an Uber Eats driver who delivered more than just coffee, but a lifeline to Bay Area Turning Point, a domestic violence organization that would ultimately provide Denise with a year of housing support. This divine appointment marked the beginning of her transformation from victim to victor.

What makes this episode particularly powerful is the spiritual thread woven throughout both women's stories. Mariana's reflection that "I am you in 20 years" offers listeners a rare glimpse at the long arc of healing – from emergency survival to thriving purpose. As Denise describes her journey toward ordained ministry, we witness how past trauma becomes powerful testimony that helps other women find courage to leave abusive situations.

Whether you're currently living in fear, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking to understand the complex dynamics of domestic violence, this conversation offers both practical insight and spiritual hope. As Denise powerfully states, "He literally will pick you up and put you back together. Even if it's your third time, even if it's your fourth time, don't be afraid to go back." Ready to hear a story that might just change your life or someone else's? Listen now and share with someone who needs to know they're not alone.

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What happens when childhood trauma plants seeds of rejection and abandonment in your life? How do you break free from cycles that have shaped your identity and relationships for decades?

In this deeply moving conversation, Pastor LaToya Chrisman takes us through her remarkable journey from foster care to freedom. Placed in the system at just four years old due to her parents' substance abuse, LaToya shares how growing up in South Central LA led her to join a gang at 14, witnessing violence that no child should experience. Yet through it all, God's hand of protection remained.

LaToya reveals the profound truth that our early experiences create patterns that follow us into adulthood. "We become magnets," she explains, attracting what feels familiar even when it's harmful. Host Mariana connects through her own story of growing up with an alcoholic father who passed away when she was ten, showing how different paths of trauma can lead to similar struggles with identity and belonging.

The discussion ventures into territory rarely explored with such honesty – how the absence of parents creates voids in our understanding of ourselves. "A man is what gives a young girl her identity," LaToya shares, explaining how father wounds impact relationships with men, while mother wounds affect our ability to nurture and process emotions.

What makes this episode especially powerful is the hope it offers. Both women have transformed their pain into purpose, becoming beacons for others still walking through darkness. Their candid exploration of forgiveness reveals a liberating truth: our parents could only give what they themselves received. This understanding opens the door to breaking generational cycles.

The conversation culminates in a challenge about legacy: "What will people say about you when you're gone? How are you showing up day in and day out?" It's an invitation to consider not just healing for ourselves, but the impact our healing journey can have on generations to come.

Ready to transform your pain into purpose? Connect with LaToya through her website or social media to learn more about her books, counseling services, and ministry.

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What does it take to raise boys who respect women, contribute equally at home, and make wise choices? The answer may surprise you.

In this heart-stirring conversation, Mariana welcomes Iranda Chavez, mother of three grown sons, who bravely shares her journey through the challenges of boy-mom life. Kicking off the "She's Bold" series following Mariana's successful women's conference, this episode dives deep into the cultural expectations, faith foundations, and boundary-setting strategies that shaped Iranda's parenting approach.

"Boys will not be boys in my household," Iranda declares, recounting how she refused to accept the double standard many Hispanic families apply to sons versus daughters. Instead, she insisted her boys learn household skills, respect women, and understand accountability for their choices. Through personal stories—including her son's encounter with law enforcement after being in the wrong place with the wrong people—Iranda reveals the delicate balance between protection and allowing natural consequences to teach essential life lessons.

The conversation takes a powerful turn when Iranda discusses how faith transformed her family dynamics. After witnessing domestic abuse, she was determined her sons would learn to treat women with dignity and respect. This commitment, coupled with intentional prayer and consistent boundaries, eventually bore fruit as her sons matured and recognized the wisdom in her approach. "Now that they're older, they'll tell me 'Mom, I'm so glad you were on me about these certain things because you're right, not everyone's my friend.'"

Today, Iranda has transformed her parenting experiences into a podcast called "Boy Moms Overcoming Obstacles" and contributed to an upcoming book, "Hearts of a Mother." Her message for listeners facing parenting challenges: "If you're going through chaos right now, just hold on to that faith. Things will come to pass in the Lord's timing. Remain faithful and be still."

Ready to hear more inspiring stories? Subscribe now and join our community of bold, faith-filled women who are stepping confidently into their purpose!

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