Where do your beliefs about yourself and your worth come from? (And how do we change them!?)

We’re finishing up our discussion about Erika L Sánchez’s transformative memoir this week. My friend Diliana is back with more incredibly thoughtful moments and a few confessions about trying to adhere to early aughts beauty standards. We chat about what we allow ourselves to enjoy and what we feel guilty about indulging in and how Erika’s memoir allowed us to reflect on who we have been and who we want to be.

Listener discretion advised: this episode contains adult language

If you have any comments or questions, please connect with me on Instagram or email babesinbooklandpodcast@gmail.com. I’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback!

Link to this episode’s book:
Crying in the Bathroom by Erika L. Sánchez

Other links:
Kerry’s Washington’s performance of Sojourner Truth’s speech: Ain't I A Woman?
ORLAN’S Instagram

Other ways to support/connect with Erika L. Sánchez:
Instagram
Lesson on Expulsion
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter

Transcripts are auto-generated through Apple’s podcast app—they may not be perfect, but relying on them allows me to dedicate more time to the show! If you’re interested in being a transcript angel, let me know.

This episode is produced, recorded, and edited by me.

Special thanks to my dear friend, Diliana. You give me the freedom and encouragement to explore all ideas—good and bad. I think this was a good idea!

Xx, Alex

How do you thrive instead of just survive?

In her thought-provoking and vulnerable memoir, Erika L. Sánchez bares all. My friend Diliana and I gain perspective and reflect on our own lives, including Diliana’s experience as a teenage immigrant, the pressure of being extraordinary, and reflect on Erika’s inspiring journey to the incredible woman she is today.

Listener discretion advised: Erika's mental health journey includes suicidal thoughts, attempted sexual assault and rape

If you have any comments or questions, please connect with me on Instagram or email babesinbooklandpodcast@gmail.com. I’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback!

Link to this episode’s book:
Crying in the Bathroom by Erika L. Sánchez

Article mentioned in the discussion:
Histories and Hysteria: How Women's Words and Bodies Are Mistreated by the Health System in America

Other ways to support/connect with Erika L. Sánchez:
Instagram
Lesson on Expulsion
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter

Transcripts are auto-generated through Apple’s podcast app—they may not be perfect, but relying on them allows me to dedicate more time to the show! If you’re interested in being a transcript angel, let me know.

This episode is produced, recorded, and edited by me.

Special thanks to my dear friend, Diliana. Thank you for being my creative partner in crime!

Xx, Alex

Where will your ambition lead you?

My friend, Chanelle, and I dive into Rana el Kaliouby’s fascinating memoir about pursuing your purpose against all odds. We chat about the issues women with careers in the technology field face, how isolating our personal journeys can feel, and the way we might be holding ourselves back from welcoming success in our lives.

Listener discretion advised: this episode has description of war crimes

If you have any comments or questions, please connect with me on Instagram or email babesinbooklandpodcast@gmail.com. I’d love to hear your suggestions and feedback!

Link to this episode’s book:
Girl Decoded by Rana el Kaliouby

Other ways to support/connect with Rana el Kaliouby:
Instagram
Pioneers of AI Podcast

Transcripts are available through apple’s podcast app—they may not be perfect, but relying on them allows me to dedicate more time to the show! If you’re interested in being a transcript angel, let me know.

This episode is produced, recorded, and edited by me.

Special thanks to my dear friend, Chanelle. I’m in awe of your talent!

Xx, Alex