Modern Latina in Midlife

Sonia Flores

Exploring the mindset shift from midlife crisis to midlife opportunity. A judgment free space to talk openly about the third chapter in a woman's life, fully embracing the midlife journey and creating meaningful and intentional experiences. Your host, Sonia Flores, shares her midlife awakening journey to peel back the layers society has placed on her, reawaken the spark inside and come back to her inner authentic woman. She is also joined by experts in different areas of learning and growth for women in the midlife stage, 40 to 60 years of age. At the heart of her coaching approach lies a deep-rooted belief that we have the ability to create the life we truly want. But many times, we are hanging on to what has outlived its usefulness. The intention is that these conversations will spark something in you too.

  1. 3 days ago

    Champagne Charlas: Soul Activation, Alignment and Purpose (ep. 104)

    Have you ever found yourself asking, "What am I really here for?" Whether you are navigating a major life shift, burning out in a corporate career, or stepping out of the stay-at-home mom season to prioritize yourself, your soul's calling is constantly nudging you toward alignment. In this episode, I'm joined by my friend Stephanie Beeman, Ayurvedic practitioner and founder of Wholistic Wellness Center, for a two-part conversation originally shared on Instagram Live. We share our raw, personal journeys of shedding old identities, navigating single motherhood and divorce, and stepping into our intuitive gifts to finally follow our calling. Together, we break down how to stop ignoring your soul's whispers, why prioritizing your joy and self-care is a duty to your children and community, and how simple daily habits, like journaling, nature walks without distractions, and trusting your inner cues, can awaken your life's true purpose. We also answer some of the most common questions we hear from women who feel called to something bigger but struggle with fear, self-doubt, or not knowing their next step.   Episode Highlights: How life transitions, divorce, and career burnout act as energetic gateways to reclaiming your power and rediscovering pure joy. How to recognize your natural gifts and uncover what truly brings you joy. Why your childhood interests and life experiences can offer clues to your calling. Moving through fear, imposter syndrome, and the belief that you're not ready. Why clarity comes from taking action, not waiting until you have everything figured out. Simple practices to strengthen your intuition and connect with your inner guidance. How to recognize when you're living in alignment with your purpose. Resources & Next Steps: Book Your Soul Activation Session: Feeling called to something more but unsure where to begin? Book a complimentary Soul Activation Session with me. Together, we'll explore where you are now, where you want to be, and the steps you can take to bridge that gap. Support the Podcast: If this podcast has ever inspired you, please subscribe, leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or like and subscribe on YouTube! Connect with Stephanie Instagram: @thehappywholistichealer Founder of Wholistic Wellness Center @wholisticwellnesscenter Where To Find Me:  Instagram: @modernlatinainmidlife Email: sonia@sonia-flores.com Website: https://www.sonia-flores.com/ YouTube: @ModernLatinainMidlife

  2. 3 days ago ·  Bonus

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    Introducing Vinh Giang: How to Communicate So People Actually Listen to You from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty Communication expert Vinh Giang joins Jay to share practical tools from his first book, Before We Forget How to Connect, to help you become a more confident communicator and build deeper, more meaningful connections. Vinh explains how to become a better listener, avoid common communication mistakes, and speak so people actually pay attention. From sounding confident when you're nervous to speaking up in meetings, navigating difficult conversations, and making a great first impression, Vinh shares simple techniques to help you communicate more effectively and connect with people in every area of your life. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Instagram Teen Accounts: Built-in protections for teens. JAY'S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast What We Discuss: 00:00 Introduction 00:25 Before We Forget How To Connect 01:52 The High-Low Buffalo Icebreaker 02:45 Sharing Personal Highs 05:15 Sharing Personal Lows 11:40 Sharing Personal Buffalos 13:40 Escaping Small Talk 16:10 Overcoming Self-Judgment 17:58 Sharing Wins Without Sounding Arrogant 19:50 Communication Beyond The Script 20:40 Gen Z's Communication Struggles 23:20 Last Word, Last Letter Game 27:20 The Four Modalities Of Listening 29:50 The Three Follow-Up Questions Rule 35:50 How Do You Make A Great First Impression? 40:10 Reading the Room, Not Formulas 44:10 Finding Your Unique Voice 49:00 Life As A Book: New Chapters 50:40 Building Executive Presence 53:20 Fix Your Resting Blank Face 58:30 Filming Yourself For Self-Awareness 01:02:20 When Your Mind Goes Blank 01:06:10 The Power Of The Pause 01:09:30 How Can You Sound Confident When You’re Nervous? 01:14:40 From Texting Chemistry to Real-Life Connection 01:18:40 How to Communicate Better During Arguments 01:20:20 Learning to Speak Up In Meetings 01:25:45 How to Join a Conversation Without Feeling Awkward 01:28:20 Leaving A Conversation Gracefully 01:31:4 Embracing Vulnerability Episode Resources: Book | https://vinhgiang.com/before-we-forget-how-to-connect Website | https://vinhgiang.com/ YouTube | https://youtube.com/@askvinh Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/share/1CCPX1ChrP/?mibextid=wwXIfr LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinhgiang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

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  3. 20 Oct

    3 Reasons You Feel Disconnected from Your Calling (Ep 103)

    Have you spent years feeling a persistent pull toward something deeper (healing, spirituality, or creating a life with real meaning) only to end up overthinking, questioning yourself, and right back where you started? Many modern, high-achieving women believe they can't find their purpose because they lack direction, when the real barrier is a lifetime of conditioning that taught them to seek answers everywhere except within. In this episode,  I pull back the veil on the generational, cultural, and societal programming that disconnected us from our inner wisdom. I break down why your calling isn't a job title or credential, how external validation keeps you stuck, and how you can begin trusting your own guidance to step into what wants to be expressed through you in your next chapter. Episode Highlights: I explore how historical colonization and cultural suppression stripped communities of traditional practices, leaving us questioning our spiritual instincts and intuition. I unpack why high-achieving women who manage everything else still struggle with self-trust, looking to degrees, mentors, and society for permission to act. I examine the critical distinction between a job or business vehicle and the deeper, evolving expression of who you actually are. I practice a simple walking meditation without distractions to turn down outside noise and reconnect with your own voice. I walk you through five stream-of-consciousness journaling prompts designed to help you uncover what you've been dismissing and acknowledge what you already know. I share how to create an active, vocal practice of asking the Universe, God, or your spirit guides for direction during everyday moments. Resources & Next Steps: Book Your Soul Activation Session: If you can feel something deeper calling you and want help connecting the dots to bridge the gap, let's explore it together. Click here to book your Soul Activation Session. Support the Podcast: If this podcast has ever inspired you, please subscribe, leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or like and subscribe on YouTube! Where To Find Me: Instagram: @modernlatinainmidlife  Email: sonia@sonia-flores.com Website: https://www.sonia-flores.com/ YouTube: @ModernLatinainMidlife

  4. 12 Oct

    The Most Expensive Way to Figure Things Out (And What to Do Instead) (Ep 102)

    Have you ever caught yourself overthinking a goal for six months, convincing yourself that if you just buy one more book, Google one more answer, or consult ChatGPT one more time, you'll finally have it all figured out? We modern, high-achieving women in midlife wear total self-reliance like a badge of honor, but staying stuck in a loop of trial, error, and mental exhaustion is literally the most expensive way to accomplish anything. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the thousands of dollars I wasted on big conferences before I realized I was just buying motivation instead of true results. I'm breaking down what life coaching actually is, how it differs from therapy, and why buying perspective and coaching is the ultimate shortcut to quantum-leaping your self-trust and growth. Episode Highlights: The real cost of $2,000-a-year marketing conferences and why information without an integration plan keeps you stuck. What life coaching actually is, looking toward the future from the present moment, and how it works alongside therapy. Decoupling your worth from old family lineage patterns, first-gen eldest-daughter conditioning, and childhood baby shower memories. Two game-changing phrases from top mentors that completely shifted my view on anxiety and self-investment. Three deep self-inquiry questions to help you uncover where you're isolating yourself and what it's costing your peace, confidence, and income.   Resources & Next Steps: Book Your Complimentary Soul Activation Session: Ready to stop wasting your time, waiting for things to just fall in place, and clear what is keeping you stuck in your present reality? Visit sonia-flores.com to schedule your free Soul Activation Session. Support the Podcast: If this podcast has ever inspired you, please subscribe, leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or like and subscribe on YouTube!   Where To Find Me: Instagram: @modernlatinainmidlife  Email: sonia@sonia-flores.com Website: https://www.sonia-flores.com/ YouTube: @ModernLatinainMidlife

  5. 5 Oct

    Coming Out of the Woo-Woo Closet: Architecture to Intuitive Business (Ep 101)

    What happens when you reach a point in midlife where you realize the life you've been living no longer fits? In this episode, I'm joined by Shanon, a retired architect, intuitive, podcast host, and founder of La Finca Loca Ranch, for a fun and honest conversation about reinvention, trusting your intuition, and finally giving yourself permission to create what lights you up. Shanon shares the wake-up call that changed everything for her, how she began embracing her intuitive gifts, and how an unexpected vision for a retreat business eventually became a reality. Episode Highlights: The midlife wake-up call that made Shanon realize everything needed to change Coming out of the "woo-woo closet" and embracing her intuitive gifts How the idea for La Finca Loca Ranch retreats first came through Turning an unexpected vision into a real retreat business Shanon's experience inside Start a Soulful Business Why investing in yourself can feel uncomfortable, and be completely transformative Learning to stop fixing everything for everyone else The power of inner child healing and reparenting yourself Why mistakes are simply data you can use to grow Building a soulful business through community, trust, and patience Outsourcing the things you hate so you can stay connected to the work you love Reinventing yourself in midlife and giving yourself permission to be fully you Connect with Shanon: La Finca Loca Ranch for Retreats and Events: www.lafincalocaranch.com Punch Fear in the Face Podcast hosted by Shanon Resources & Next Steps: Book Your Complimentary Soul Activation Session: Ready to uncover what your soul is calling you toward and map out your courageous next steps? Visit sonia-flores.com to schedule your free consult. Start a Soulful Business: the next group coaching experience opens in 2027. Get on the waitlist for best pricing + bonuses. Support the Podcast: If this podcast has ever inspired you, please subscribe, leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or like and subscribe on YouTube! Where To Find Me: Instagram: @modernlatinainmidlife  Email: sonia@sonia-flores.com Website: https://www.sonia-flores.com/ YouTube: @ModernLatinainMidlife

  6. 30 Sept

    From Corporate Burnout to Total Freedom: What 16 Years Taught Me About Betting On Yourself (Ep 100)

    Can you believe we are officially standing at 100 episodes together? 🥂 Reaching this moment has me reflecting on all the twists, turns, and bold moves that got us here. In this milestone episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on my 16-year corporate ladder climb, the heavy weight of single-mom burnout, and the terrifying moment in 2013 when I walked away and then built my very first online business. I am talking about what true time and location freedom really cost, how that flexibility allowed me to show up for my late dad during his cancer diagnosis and support my sweet mom today, and why trusting your inner knowing is the greatest gift you can ever give yourself. Grab your favorite drink, settle in, and let's celebrate this big moment together! Episode Highlights: Reaching 100 episodes and shifting from inconsistent efforts to showing up with intention for your community. The reality of balancing corporate climbing, raising two boys solo, and recognizing when burnout is taking over your life. Leaving a 10-year company role and stepping into entrepreneurship before virtual work was mainstream. Navigating life as part of the sandwich generation while balancing business ownership, personal loss, and family caregiving. Shedding old subconscious patterns, stepping into coaching, and taking full ownership of your income and schedule.   Resources & Next Steps: Book Your Complimentary Soul Activation Session: Ready to uncover what your soul is calling you toward and map out your courageous next steps? Visit sonia-flores.com to schedule your free consult. Support the Podcast: If this podcast has ever inspired you, please subscribe, leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or like and subscribe on YouTube!   Where To Find Me: Instagram: @modernlatinainmidlife  Email: sonia@sonia-flores.com Website: https://www.sonia-flores.com/ YouTube: @ModernLatinainMidlife

  7. 21 Sept

    One Choice Changed Everything (Ep 99)

    What happens when you reach a breaking point and decide that your current reality is no longer an option? In this vulnerable episode, I share my pivotal moment at age 46 when, facing a relationship breakdown, financial insecurity, and a duty to protect her son's mental health, I packed up my car and drove away with nothing to my name. I share about the deep personal and energetic work it took to rebuild my life from scratch, shift out of survival mode, and manifest a thriving business, deep self-worth, and safe, aligned love. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that you are never truly stuck, and that a single, courageous choice made today can completely alter the trajectory of your future. Episode Highlights: The Breaking Point at 46: Navigating a painful relationship crossroads, protecting my son's well-being, and starting over with only a few belongings. Overcoming Financial Vulnerability: Turning resourcefulness and a bachelor's degree into a fully booked client roster within just two weeks of leaving. The Deep Self-Healing Work: How years of reading, therapy, energy work, limpias, shadow work and breaking generational cycles paved the way to high self-worth and broken patterns. Manifesting a New Reality: Shifting internal blocks to attract premium clients, location freedom, and a relationship that supports the nervous system. The Power of Soul Choices: Recognizing how fear keeps you small, and tuning into the specific choice your soul is urging you to make next.   Reflection Prompts What is the one choice I have been putting off out of fear? What choice do I need to make today to create a completely different outcome for my future? What is the choice my soul is asking me to make right now?   Ready to Make Your Choice? You don't have to travel your journey alone, and it doesn't have to take you years. If you are tired of living by default and ready to start designing your next chapter with pure intention, book your complimentary, zero-pressure Soul Activation Consultation with me today at sonia-flores.com. Together, we'll explore where you are, pinpoint what is holding you back, and create a grounded plan to bridge the gap. Where To Find Me: Instagram: @modernlatinainmidlife Email: sonia@sonia-flores.com Website: https://www.sonia-flores.com/ Apple Podcasts:  https://apple.co/3G50aQC YouTube: @ModernLatinainMidlife https://www.youtube.com/@ModernLatinainMidlife

  8. 7 Sept

    Demystifying Philanthropy & AI: How Women Are Changing the Future of Giving with Tanya-Adamo Johnson (Ep 98)

    Welcome back to another episode of Modern Latina in Midlife! In this episode, I sit down with philanthropy strategist and Fulbright Specialist Tanya Adamo-Johnson to talk about what it really means to redefine ambition, step out of self-doubt, and reclaim your purpose in your 40s and 50s. Tanya opens up about her personal evolution from navigating deep insecurities in her 20s to stepping into unapologetic self-trust, designing her own global opportunities, and creating Beacon by Lighthouse, an innovative AI-powered coaching tool built to empower under-resourced nonprofits. We also dive into the transformative power of cross-cultural giving, how women can lead at the forefront of emerging technology, and why choosing daily joy, even in heavy seasons, is a radical act of self-care. Episode Highlights Shifting from seeking institutional validation in your 20s and 30s to internally pushing yourself for your own fulfillment in midlife. How taking a leap of faith to become a Fulbright Specialist expanded Tanya's worldview beyond the U.S. and opened international doors on her own terms. Stripping away the fear around fundraising and recognizing how women are already making powerful community impacts every single day. Why it's critical for women and women of color to be at the forefront of technology, and how Tanya built Beacon by Lighthouse to give small nonprofits an affordable, accessible fundraising coach in their pocket. Finding daily pockets of delight, lifting each other up, and refusing to let age limit your vision or your impact.   Ready to stop asking for permission and start funding your own dreams? If today's conversation inspired you to step away from external validation and start designing a highly intentional, purpose-driven next chapter, let's map it out. Book your complimentary, zero-pressure Soul Activation Consultation with me today at sonia-flores.com.   Connect with Tanya Website: https://www.lighthousephilanthropyconsulting.com/ Platform website: https://www.lighthousephilanthropyconsulting.com/beacon App: app.beaconbylighthouse.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/tanyaadamo?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Business IG: https://www.instagram.com/lighthouse_philanthropy?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Business LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lighthouse-philanthropy-consulting-llc/     Where To Find Me: Instagram: @modernlatinainmidlife Email: sonia@sonia-flores.com Website: https://www.sonia-flores.com/ YouTube: @ModernLatinainMidlife

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Exploring the mindset shift from midlife crisis to midlife opportunity. A judgment free space to talk openly about the third chapter in a woman's life, fully embracing the midlife journey and creating meaningful and intentional experiences. Your host, Sonia Flores, shares her midlife awakening journey to peel back the layers society has placed on her, reawaken the spark inside and come back to her inner authentic woman. She is also joined by experts in different areas of learning and growth for women in the midlife stage, 40 to 60 years of age. At the heart of her coaching approach lies a deep-rooted belief that we have the ability to create the life we truly want. But many times, we are hanging on to what has outlived its usefulness. The intention is that these conversations will spark something in you too.