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Self-esteem Episodes

Develop an unconditional love for yourself: body, mind and spirit. Create an indestructible confidence in your talents, capabilities, and self-worth.
Aging Like a Legend: Joy, Strength & Defying Ageism with Lorraine Ladish
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Dec. 3, 2025

Aging Like a Legend: Joy, Strength & Defying Ageism with Lorraine Ladish

If you’ve ever felt afraid of aging, struggled with getting older, or worried your best years are behind you… this conversation will change everything. On this week’s episode of the Mamas Con Ganas Podcast, Valentina sits down with the unforgettable Lorraine Ladish — author, digital entrepreneur, yoga teacher, creator of Aging Like a Legend , and a vibrant force redefining what it means to grow older. Lorraine opens up about losing everything at 45 , rebuilding her life from scratch, overcoming ...
The Journey Beyond Perfect
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April 28, 2025

The Journey Beyond Perfect

Interview with Christine Clyne-Spraker, author of Unwinding Perfect, and founder of boutique advisory and investment firm, co-foundHer. Christine shares her transformative journey from being a high-achieving perfectionist and people-pleaser to embracing vulnerability, spirituality, and authentic self-expression.​​ Despite her impressive accomplishments, Christine realized that the accolades she had tirelessly pursued were no longer fulfilling. Driven by well-intentioned childhood conditioning an...
The Art of Becoming Unstoppable
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Feb. 6, 2025

The Art of Becoming Unstoppable

Interview with Trixy Castro, a first-generation American who embodies the spirit of relentless pursuit and achievement. Trixy is not just a self-made entrepreneur; she's a powerhouse who has founded and invested in over 50 companies, demonstrating that with the right mindset, becoming unstoppable is not just a dream but a tangible reality. Join us as Trixy delves into how she attained the "American Dream" through sheer determination, resilience, and an unwavering belief in her vision. She shares...
Guest: Trixy Castro
Radically Loving Your Body
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Jan. 9, 2025

Radically Loving Your Body

Valentina Izarra, Master Life Coach and host of the Mamas Con Ganas Podcast, delves into the profound journey towards radically loving your body. Valentina shares her personal experiences and the pivotal shift in mindset that happens when you begin to truly love and honor your earthly vessel. Radically loving your body is not about boasting or pretending that you are perfect and gorgeous; it’s about remembering that you ARE. You don't want to miss this very intimate and spiritual conversation th...
Activating Your Divine Expression with Salwa Owens
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Jan. 25, 2024

Activating Your Divine Expression with Salwa Owens

Interview with the multifaceted Salwa Owens, light code activator, fashion designer, entrepreneur, and ascension guide. Salwa's journey has evolved into an incredible mission of integrating mind, body, and soul. As an ascension guide, Salwa channels energy work into embodied activation, helping women to awaken their own potential and divine expression. She's the creator of 'Divine Sweat', a unique concept that connects the physical world to amplified life force energy. In this episode Salwa open...
Guest: Salwa Owens
What's holding you back?
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June 7, 2023

What's holding you back?

What's holding you back from your goals, dreams, and visions? In this episode I talk about 7 things that tend to hold people back from doing what they want. The idea is to identify your monster so that you can destroy and overcome it. Don't let anything get in the way of your success. Let's go! Leave a comment on this episode: www.mamasconganaspodcast.com/188 Download my free abundance meditation: www.mamasconganas.com/abundance Follow me on Instagram @MamasConGanas Subscribe to my YouTube Chann...
Overcoming Self-Loathing
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May 25, 2023

Overcoming Self-Loathing

Learn how to overcome self-loathing or the highly critical and derogatory internal chatter towards oneself by fostering self-compassion. Self-compassion is not synonymous to self-esteem. Find out the difference and how self-compassion can allow you to strive for excellence while enhancing your motivation, resilience and productivity. Cultivate self-love, build your self-confidence and start speaking kindly about yourself to yourself. If you hold yourself to impossibly high standards and constant...
The Power of Good Etiquette
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April 12, 2023

The Power of Good Etiquette

Interview with Catherine Ramirez, etiquette coach and founder of Etiquette 360. This former model, beauty pageant queen, and TV host is on a mission to help individuals succeed by coaching them on proper etiquette. When most people think of etiquette they usually think of princess training. However, Catherine tells us how etiquette goes way beyond learning polite table manners. She talks about the power of etiquette and how relevant it is for the success of the modern day woman. Listen to this e...
Manifesting vs Wishful Thinking
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Oct. 18, 2022

Manifesting vs Wishful Thinking

Find out the difference between wishful thinking and manifesting your dreams into physical reality. In this episode I explain how these are two very different things. Wishful thinking only leads to frustration and unfulfilled goals. Learn about the...
Learning How to Love Your Body
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Sept. 21, 2022

Learning How to Love Your Body

Do you struggle with your self-image? Do you have a hard time loving what you see in the mirror? In this episode, I talk about how to create an extraordinary relationship with your body. I offer alternative possibilities for the perception you have of...
The Power of Saying No
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Aug. 23, 2022

The Power of Saying No

If you have a hard time saying no and tend to over commit your schedule with others' priorities, this episode is for you. Learn about the power of standing your ground and setting your boundaries by saying no. Saying no with confidence will earn you...
How to Believe in Yourself
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Aug. 10, 2022

How to Believe in Yourself

I talk about how to build the self-esteem and courage to fight for your dreams even when everyone around you is a doubter. The only person who needs to believe in your talents, ability and capacity is YOU. Waiting around for the approval of others to...
Free Your Mind
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July 12, 2022

Free Your Mind

Eliminate Limiting Beliefs
Become Unstoppable
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June 29, 2022

Become Unstoppable

I talk about all the mental monsters you will have to face and defeat in order to become truly unstoppable. Learn how to recognize the resistance that will inevitably try to hold you back from success. Conquer your fears, let go of your insecurities,...
Overcoming Loss and Life Transitions with Gilza Fort-Martinez
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March 8, 2022

Overcoming Loss and Life Transitions with Gilza Fort-Martinez

Gilza Fort-Martinez, licensed marriage and family therapist, talks to us about navigating loss, uncertainty and sudden change. Gilza has over 25 years experience in helping women process different kinds of grief. Whether it's the loss of a loved one,...
How to Overcome Rejection
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Dec. 10, 2021

How to Overcome Rejection

Learn how to overcome rejection in both your personal and professional life. Valentina Izarra shares the five truths that mentally strong women know about rejection. Don’t let rejection hold you back from chasing your dreams. Use it to become wiser,...
Overcoming Nervousness
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Nov. 19, 2021

Overcoming Nervousness

I talk about how to overcome nervousness so you can step into any situation with confidence, determination and power. Whether you're preparing for a job interview, a public speaking gig, or going out on a first date, this episode is for you. Say...
Finding the Courage to Leave a Toxic Relationship
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Feb. 26, 2021

Finding the Courage to Leave a Toxic Relationship

Valentina Izarra, founder of Mamas Con Ganas, talks about finding the courage to leave a toxic relationship. It’s a serious episode full of tough love dedicated to any woman who feels stuck in an unhealthy relationship and who needs the extra...
How to Feel Sexy
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Feb. 12, 2021

How to Feel Sexy

Valentina Izarra, founder of Mamas Con Ganas, invites her friend, Jhorna Castañez to have a fun and raw conversation about how to feel sexy. It's an intimate discussion between two friends who truly believe you can be sexy at any age no matter your...
Overcoming Cancer with Aniela McGuinness
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Oct. 14, 2020

Overcoming Cancer with Aniela McGuinness

Interview with Aniela McGuinness, actress and improv comedy teacher. In this episode, Aniela talks candidly about her three cancer journeys, the first being her mother's ovarian cancer, then personally battling breast cancer and skin cancer. She opens...
How to Manifest the Love of Your Life with Jose Antonio Valencia
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July 8, 2020

How to Manifest the Love of Your Life with Jose Antonio Valencia

Interview with Jose Antonio Valencia, Life & Relationship Coach. Jose Antonio shares a powerful exercise on how to manifest your ideal spouse. It's probably not what you expect. Manifesting the love of your life comes with deep introspection and...
Overcoming Fear of Criticism
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May 24, 2019

Overcoming Fear of Criticism

Do you worry too much about what other people think of you? If so, this podcast episode is for you. Valentina Izarra, founder of Mamas Con Ganas, talks about how to overcome the fear of criticism. Don't sell yourself short by living a life where you...
Healing a Broken Heart
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Feb. 9, 2018

Healing a Broken Heart

Valentina Izarra, founder of Mamas Con Ganas, talks candidly about how to overcome a devastating breakup or divorce. She talks about healing the broken heart, reclaiming ones identity after separation and finding peace of mind after betrayal.