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Gordita Chronicles: Latinx Women, Immigrants and Racism [Ft. Cynthia Perez]
- 2024/09/26
- 再生時間: 1 時間 45 分
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Let our sponsor, BetterHelp, connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/dsp and enjoy a special discount on your first month. Cynthia starts by examining the term "gordita." In the Dominican Republic, it's a term of endearment, but in the U.S., it translates to "fat girl," which can be deeply hurtful. This duality impacts mental health, self-esteem, and can lead to eating disorders. We discuss the added challenges of being neurodivergent or having ADHD and the feeling of being marginalized. 🧠💔 We see how the character Cucu vows to stop speaking Spanish to avoid trouble, marking the beginning of losing her cultural identity. This resonates with many Latino Americans and other immigrants who give up their mother tongue to fit in. We discuss the shame and the long-term impact of losing one's native language and cultural roots. 🌍🗣️ Cynthia shares her experiences with her children in school, highlighting how their unique needs weren't met, leading her to homeschool them. This reflects the broader challenges of being Brown and neurodivergent in systems not designed to accommodate diverse minds. 📚✨ One poignant scene involves the father being mistaken for a janitor despite being the Vice President of Marketing and Sales for the Latino population. This moment highlights the pervasive racism many face, being seen for their ethnicity rather than their achievements. We discuss how common this is and the emotional toll it takes. 🏢👔 Lastly, we see the father helping his wife ground herself during her homesickness and anxiety. He recreates familiar Dominican sights and sounds in the car, reminding us of the importance of cultural connections and support. 🚗🌴 We hope you enjoy this insightful and often hilarious podcast. Please check out Cynthia's website for free resources on working with Latinx communities and support her amazing work. We love and appreciate her contributions and invite you to show your support as well. 💕🌐 To find our new guest: Cynthia Perez https://rootedinreflection.org/links/ https://www.instagram.com/rooted_in_reflection/ 0:00 Attention 0:54 Sponsorship 1:57 Intro 9:53 Scenes 19:27 Discussion We'd love to hear your ideas for future episodes and connect with you on social media. Find us here: https://linktr.ee/different_spectrums Don't forget to use our links for discounts with our partner companies: ONO Roller https://onoroller.com?sca_ref=5082016.VIt4Svd8Ng Bubs Naturals https://www.bubsnaturals.com/?discount=DSP20 Two Nerds Candle https://twonerdscandle.com/DSP Cat and Raven Designs https://catandravendesigns.com/differentspectrumspodcast Toynk https://toynk.com/DIFFERENTSPECTRUMSPODCAST Remember, our podcast isn't therapy. If you need help, please seek professional assistance or call an emergency hotline. I appreciate your interest in our podcast, Different Spectrums. Our mission is to provide engaging and informative content that promotes understanding and normalizes mental health challenges. We are a group of licensed therapists and neurodivergent individuals who use our unique perspectives and experiences to explore emotions portrayed in movies and shows. #podcast #therapy #psychology #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #mentalhealthmatters #autismawareness #actuallyautistic #autism #neurodiversity #selfcare #selflove #anxietyawareness #depressionawareness #GorditaChronicles #HBOMax #FamilyComedy #ComingOfAge #LatinaRepresentation #80sNostalgia #Heartwarming #MustWatchTV #CultureAndFamily #RelatableStories #YoungCucu #CubanAmerican #LatinoHeritage #FeelGoodShow #ComedySeries --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/different-spectrums/support