UNVEIL: intuitively unlearning life's bs

Nachi + Damaris | First-Gen Kids Thriving + Breaking Generational Curses
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Unveil is the honest, fun-filled, soulful podcast hosted by sisters Nachi and Damaris, exploring what it really means to navigate life as first-generation Dominican Americans. Every other week, we peel back the layers—unlearning old beliefs, embracing growth, questioning the status quo, and having real conversations about identity, intuition, culture and the matrix. With laughter, storytelling, and Caribbean flavor, we dive into the truths we inherited, the ones we’re releasing, and the lives we’re consciously building. Grab your cafécito, té, or vino and join us as we lift the veil, celebrate our roots, and evolve together. unveiltounlearn.substack.com

  1. 54. Life-changing Lessons from Our Immigrant Parents

    FEB 3

    54. Life-changing Lessons from Our Immigrant Parents

    Some of the most powerful lessons in life are never explained out loud. They’re modeled in the everyday moments. In the sacrifices we witness. In the values that are lived, not preached. In this episode of unveil podcast, we reflect on 10 life-changing truths we absorbed growing up with our immigrant parents and first-generation experiences. These lessons were shown through action, resilience, faith, and quiet consistency. This conversation is an invitation to pay attention and recognize the wisdom that raised you—even if it was never formally named. In This Episode We Explore: Why learning is a lifelong responsibility, not a phase Why memories outlast material things How generosity creates community and return What real partnership looks like in marriage and relationships And more… These reflections aren’t meant to be prescriptive. They’re our testimony to our lived truth. This is an offering for anyone who values grit, faith, intuition, and legacy. Whether you’re a child of immigrants, first-generation, or someone unpacking the quiet lessons that shaped you, this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen, reflect, and carry the wisdom forward. Want more episodes and exclusive content? Sign up for our paid subscription on substack. Visit us at www.imnotyelling.co Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the show please follow, rate, and review. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unveiltounlearn.substack.com/subscribe

    1 hr
  2. 53. Rest Is the Reset We Keep Ignoring

    JAN 20

    53. Rest Is the Reset We Keep Ignoring

    In this episode, we explore what rest actually means in a culture that equates productivity with worth, especially within the Dominican American experience and broader first-generation stories. We talk about the difference between true rest and avoidance, and why slowing down often brings up guilt, discomfort, or the feeling that we should always be doing more. Rather than viewing rest as something earned only after exhaustion, this conversation invites a mindset shift toward seeing stillness as a necessary part of sustainable living and generational healing. We also examine how cultural, generational, and societal pressures shape our relationship with work and rest, particularly while navigating two cultures. From early conditioning that prioritizes constant activity to the modern influence of hustle culture, we unpack why being still can feel unsafe or unfamiliar for many in Afro-Latino and Caribbean communities. This episode reflects on how these patterns show up in daily life, relationships, and our ability to set boundaries without shame, as part of breaking cycles that no longer serve us. Throughout the conversation, we discuss how intentional pauses support nervous system regulation, clarity, and emotional balance. We explore redefining success for first-generation Americans through personal measures rather than external expectations, and how setting boundaries can create space for rest without disconnecting from responsibility, care for others, or community empowerment. Through authentic conversations and Dominican voices, this episode centers storytelling as a tool for healing, resilience, and long-term mindset and motivation. Want more episodes and exclusive content? Sign up for our paid subscription on substack. Visit us at www.imnotyelling.co Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the show please follow, rate, and review. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unveiltounlearn.substack.com/subscribe

    48 min
  3. De-stress from the Holidays with a Breathwork Exercise

    12/22/2025 · BONUS

    De-stress from the Holidays with a Breathwork Exercise

    Nachi and I put together an episode to walk you through a quick breathwork exercise to help manage stress during this hectic time of the year. Five minutes. C’mon and breathe with us. Woosah! Want more episodes and exclusive content? Sign up for our paid subscription on substack. Visit us at www.imnotyelling.co We welcome constructive feedback and topic ideas, so please shoot us an email at www.imnotyelling.co/contact-us. Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the show please follow, rate, and review. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unveiltounlearn.substack.com/subscribe

    7 min
  4. 52. Why Are You So Triggered???

    12/09/2025

    52. Why Are You So Triggered???

    In this episode, we dive into how emotional manipulation shows up in our daily lives and why the world benefits when we stay triggered. We reflect on the pressures within Black and Brown communities to “keep the peace,” the way social media and news cycles feed off our reactions, and how emotionally regulated people often get mislabeled as “mean” for simply setting boundaries. Together, we explore how projection, cultural conditioning, and constant stimulation keep us distracted from our intuition and purpose. Through personal stories, we share how we’re learning to pause, ground ourselves, and choose emotional clarity over chaos. We also offer simple tools — from deep breathing to the 5-4-3-2-1 method — to help us stay centered in a world that profits from our dysregulation. Our goal is to encourage all of us to protect our peace, trust our inner voice, and live with more intention, not influence. Tune in as we reflect, recalibrate, and rise together. Want more episodes and exclusive content? Sign up for our paid subscription on substack. Visit us at www.imnotyelling.co We welcome constructive feedback and topic ideas, so please shoot us an email at www.imnotyelling.co/contact-us. Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the show please follow, rate, and review. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unveiltounlearn.substack.com/subscribe

    49 min

  5. 11/24/2025 · BONUS

    Allow Us to Reintroduce Ourselves...

    Changing our podcast name is more than a branding decision—it’s the continuation of our evolution. After years of sharing our stories, questioning the beliefs we were raised with, and navigating life as first-generation Dominican women, we realized we needed a name that reflects the soul of our conversations. Unveil captures what we’ve been doing all along: peeling back layers, exposing the conditioning we’ve outgrown, and creating space for honest, intuitive growth. In this episode, we reflect on the journey that led us here—the unlearning, the silence, the pauses, and the clarity that comes from listening to your intuition. Our tone, our energy, our Dominican loud-love is still very much intact. This new name simply allows us to bring more people into the conversation, people who are navigating identity, breaking cycles, and seeking spaces where they can feel seen. This marks a new chapter, one rooted in clarity and intention. Unveil is not just a title—it’s an invitation to explore, question, and grow with us as we continue lifting the veil on life’s BS together. Want more episodes and exclusive content? Sign up for our paid subscription on substack. Visit us at www.imnotyelling.co We welcome constructive feedback and topic ideas, so please shoot us an email at www.imnotyelling.co/contact-us. Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the show please follow, rate, and review. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unveiltounlearn.substack.com/subscribe

    14 min
  6. Replay. The Cost of People-Pleasing: Learning to Say 'No' and Prioritizing Yourself

    07/30/2025

    Replay. The Cost of People-Pleasing: Learning to Say 'No' and Prioritizing Yourself

    In this replay episode, we revisit one of our most powerful conversations on the emotional weight of people-pleasing. We talk about how this pattern shows up in our day-to-day lives, where it comes from, and what it looks like to finally break free from it. From the unspoken family expectations to the internal guilt that creeps in when we dare to say “no,” this is a raw, honest conversation about choosing yourself without apology. We share personal stories, cultural reflections, and the shift that happens when you finally realize: you don’t need to earn rest. You don’t owe anyone your exhaustion. And “no” is a complete sentence. This episode is for anyone who’s ever over explained, overcommitted, or struggled to set boundaries because they didn’t want to let someone down. If that’s you—we see you. And we hope this episode helps you feel less alone and more empowered to start showing up for the person who matters most: you. Want more episodes and exclusive content? Sign up for our paid subscription on substack. Visit us at www.imnotyelling.coWe welcome constructive feedback and topic ideas, so please shoot us an email at www.imnotyelling.co/contact-us. Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the show please follow, rate, and review. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unveiltounlearn.substack.com/subscribe

    41 min
  7. Replay. Connecting to Your True Self with the Human Design System

    07/14/2025

    Replay. Connecting to Your True Self with the Human Design System

    We're rewinding one of our favorite episodes—and trust us, it's worth another listen. In this conversation, we explore the Human Design system and how learning our types (Manifestor + Manifesting Generator) helped us move with more clarity, intention, and peace. We break down the basics—what Human Design is, how it's different from astrology, and what each energy type needs to thrive. We share how this system helped us stop forcing decisions, trust our intuition, and unlearn the grind mindset. If you’ve been feeling stuck, confused, or just curious about how to better understand yourself—this episode is a gentle, informative place to start. And if you've already listened before, this may just hit differently the second time around. So press play, explore your type, and let’s talk about what it really means to live in alignment—with our energy, our intuition, and ourselves. Want more episodes and exclusive content? Sign up for our paid subscription on substack. Visit us at www.imnotyelling.coWe welcome constructive feedback and topic ideas, so please shoot us an email at www.imnotyelling.co/contact-us. Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the show please follow, rate, and review. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unveiltounlearn.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 4m
  8. Replay. Living Authentically: Embracing Your True Self

    07/01/2025

    Replay. Living Authentically: Embracing Your True Self

    We’re kicking off the summer with a throwback to one of our most loved episodes! In this powerful and personal conversation, we sit down with our dear friend Victor John Madrid Villanueva to talk about what it really means to live authentically. From growing up with immigrant parents to navigating life as a gay Filipino-American artist, Victor shares his journey of self-definition, rebellion, and radical self-expression. We get into family expectations, workplace identity, creativity, and why showing up as your whole self is one of the most freeing things you can do. About Our Guest:Victor John Madrid Villanueva is an artist and designer based in New York. By day, he works in the beauty industry creating for IT Cosmetics, and by heart, he’s a beadwork artist who celebrates culture and identity through fashion, portraiture, and play. Learn more about Victor-John at www.victorjohnart.com Follow him on IG: @victorjohnart Want more episodes and exclusive content? Sign up for our paid subscription on substack. Visit us at www.imnotyelling.co We welcome constructive feedback and topic ideas, so please shoot us an email at www.imnotyelling.co/contact-us. Thank you for listening! If you enjoy the show please follow, rate, and review. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit unveiltounlearn.substack.com/subscribe

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Unveil is the honest, fun-filled, soulful podcast hosted by sisters Nachi and Damaris, exploring what it really means to navigate life as first-generation Dominican Americans. Every other week, we peel back the layers—unlearning old beliefs, embracing growth, questioning the status quo, and having real conversations about identity, intuition, culture and the matrix. With laughter, storytelling, and Caribbean flavor, we dive into the truths we inherited, the ones we’re releasing, and the lives we’re consciously building. Grab your cafécito, té, or vino and join us as we lift the veil, celebrate our roots, and evolve together. unveiltounlearn.substack.com

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    Nachi + Damaris | First-Gen Kids Thriving + Breaking Generational Curses
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    61
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