In this deeply personal and raw episode, I share the entire story behind one of the most challenging and transformational experiences of my life—hiking Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the continental U.S. With over 22 miles and 6,100+ feet of elevation gain, this wasn’t just a physical journey—it was an emotional and spiritual pilgrimage. I take you step-by-step through my solo climb, the mental games, the unexpected twists (including a very real poop story), and the moment I realized this wasn’t about summiting a mountain—it was about reclaiming my strength. Whether you're facing a literal mountain or an emotional one, this episode is your reminder that you are capable of more than you think.

Show Highlights:

• Why I said "yes" to Mt. Whitney after saying "no" for years
• How a girl's trip to Costa Rica led to one of the hardest challenges of my life
• The 5-month training plan: hikes, gear, mindset, and spiritual prep
• Hiking 15 out of 17 hours completely solo and what it taught me
• The realest moment I almost quit and the exact thought that got me through
• My unexpected gut issues and the not-so-glamorous side of high-altitude hiking 💩
• Why going slow became my greatest power
• The deeper message my spirit guides shared with me on the mountain
• What this hike taught me about business, visibility, and doing hard things
• A love note to any woman questioning whether she’s strong enough: you are

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Where To Find Me:

Instagram: @modernlatinainmidlife

Email: sonia@sonia-flores.com

www.sonia-flores.com

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3G50aQC

In this channeled episode of Modern Latina in Midlife, I share the message that came through loud and clear from my spirit guides, my ancestors, and my own body: it’s time to pause.

After receiving the same message over and over—from an Temazcal ceremony in Costa Rica, to intuitive sessions, to solo hikes in nature, I finally listened. I share how my paternal grandmother came through with a powerful call to rest, how I’m redefining success as a soulpreneur, and how I’m restructuring my business and life to align with feminine energy, cycles, and ease.

Whether you're an intuitive entrepreneur, creative, healer, or woman navigating midlife transitions, this episode is your invitation to slow down, reconnect with your energy, and create space for clarity, alignment, and divine guidance.

In this episode, I share 5 powerful ways I’m embracing the pause:

• Traveling to reset and spark creativity outside my daily routine
• Practicing slow, sacred mornings as a daily ritual of self-connection
• Channeling through everyday presence, from laundry to long hikes
• Honoring my feminine energy and natural cycles (moon syncing!)
• Restructuring my business behind the scenes so I can scale with ease later

Let this episode be your permission slip to stop overworking and start listening to the divine wisdom already within you.

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Let’s connect: Come say hi on Instagram @modernlatinainmidlife and tell me how you’re embracing the pause this summer.

Resources:

Episode 49: Ancestral Healing from my Temazcal Sweat Lodge Ceremony Experience

Where To Find Me:
Instagram: @modernlatinainmidlife
Email: sonia@sonia-flores.com
www.sonia-flores.com
Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3G50aQC

In this deeply personal episode, I share what it feels like to be the eldest daughter of immigrant parents during a time of heartbreaking unrest in Los Angeles and across our country. The energy is heavy, the anxiety is real, and the emotional toll is undeniable, especially for women of color who are holding it all together for their families, businesses, and communities. I open up about the grief, fear, and collective trauma I’m witnessing and feeling, and offer 5 ways to support your nervous system, protect your peace, and honor your mental and emotional well-being.

Highlights:

• Why this moment feels deeply personal as a daughter of immigrants
• How the current unrest is impacting the mental health of Latino communities
• The emotional weight of being the “strong one” in your family
• 5 soul-centered ways to protect your energy and regulate your nervous system
• A reframe for those who don’t feel called to protest but want to support change
• Why honoring your unique gifts is activism

This episode is a call to compassion, rest, and collective healing.

I invite you to join me for a free New Moon Healing Circle for Latina Entrepreneurs on Wednesday, June 25 at 6 PM PT. A sacred space to release, reset, and be held in sisterhood.

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Let’s gather in sisterhood to move the energy that is weighing us down.