The Adulting Latina Podcast

Anny Hernandez

Welcome to The Adulting Latina Podcast! “The Adulting Latina” is a podcast for young Latinas navigating life’s challenges while embracing their culture. As a DACA recipient figuring out adulthood, I share real stories, advice, and encouragement for those in the same season. From finances to personal growth, we’ll tackle it all with honesty and community. This is a space to feel seen, supported, and inspired to thrive—no matter the obstacles. Let’s figure out life together, one cafecito at a time!”

  1. 03/06/2025

    The Parentified Daughter: Growing Up Too Fast & Healing as an Adult

    If you grew up feeling more like a second parent than a child, constantly carrying responsibilities that weren’t yours—this episode is for you. Many of us, especially first-gen Latinas, were raised as parentified daughters, stepping into adult roles at a young age. Whether it was translating for our parents, handling bills, raising younger siblings, or being the family’s emotional support system, we were taught to prioritize others over ourselves. And while that made us strong, independent, and resilient—it also left us with deep emotional wounds, struggles with boundaries, and a constant feeling of responsibility for everyone else’s happiness. In this episode, I dive deep into: 🔹 What parentification is and how it happens in Latino & immigrant families 🔹 The emotional, mental, and physical toll it takes on us as adults 🔹 Why we struggle with guilt, people-pleasing, and over-functioning in relationships 🔹 How to set boundaries with family (without feeling like a bad daughter) 🔹 Ways to start healing and rediscovering who you are outside of this role I’m sharing my own experiences and the steps I’m taking to unlearn survival mode, stop overextending myself, and finally focus on my own needs—without guilt. Because you deserve to live for YOU, not just for everyone else. If this resonates with you, know that you’re not alone. Healing is possible, and it starts with recognizing that you are more than just what you do for others. Let’s talk about it—DM me or share your thoughts! 💛 Follow me on all socials: @theadultinglatina

    The Parentified Daughter: Growing Up Too Fast & Healing as an Adult

  2. 02/27/2025

    How to Set Goals and Actually Achieve Them

    We all love the new year, new me energy, but let’s be real—sticking to our goals is where the real challenge begins. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to set goals you’ll actually follow through on using the SMART method, sharing my own 2025 goals (like paying off my credit card and losing 25 lbs), and giving you actionable steps to stay consistent, even when life gets in the way. I’ll also get real about the biggest struggles—procrastination, lack of motivation, and self-doubt—and how I’m working through them this year. Whether your goal is fitness, finances, personal growth, or something else, this episode will help you get on track and actually stay there. 🎧 Tune in now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and let’s make 2025 the year we stop just setting goals and actually crush them!

  3. 02/20/2025

    Immigration & Knowing Your Rights – My Thoughts

    In this episode of The Adulting Latina, I’m sharing my personal thoughts on immigration and why knowing your rights is more important than ever. With so much happening in the U.S., it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, but staying informed is key. I go over the basics of what you need to know if you ever face an immigration-related situation—whether it's an ICE stop, a workplace raid, or just knowing what to say (and not say) in certain moments. This is a raw, real conversation about the struggles, fears, and resilience of our community. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and stay empowered! 🔹 Resources for Help: United We Dream – Hotline: 1-844-363-1423National Immigration Law Center (NILC) – www.nilc.orgImmigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) – www.ilrc.org 📲 Instagram Accounts for Immigration Resources & Updates: @unitedwedream – Largest immigrant youth-led network in the U.S.@nilc (National Immigration Law Center) – Policy updates & legal rights.@raicestexas – Free & low-cost legal help for immigrants.@immigrantsrising – Support for undocumented entrepreneurs & students.@undocublack – Focuses on Black undocumented immigrants.@undocuprofessionals – Career & education support for undocumented individuals. 📘 Facebook: United We Dream – Community discussions & policy alerts.RAICES – Legal aid & resources for immigrants.Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) – Know-your-rights information.@prismreports – Explains immigration issues & news.@undocubougie – Personal stories & activism.@immigrantsrising – Mental health & career tips for undocumented folks.📺 TikTok: @prismreports – Explains immigration issues & news.@undocubougie – Personal stories & activism.@immigrantsrising – Mental health & career tips for undocumented folks. 💙 Knowing your rights is power. Stay informed, stay safe, and protect yourself. #ImmigrantRights #KnowYourRights #DACA #UndocumentedAndUnafraid

  4. 01/30/2025

    She's BACK!!!!

    In this episode of The Adulting Latina, I’m giving you all a little life update! It’s been a journey navigating adulthood, and I wanted to take a moment to check in, share what’s been going on, and remind you that more episodes are coming soon. Whether it’s tackling responsibilities, embracing new challenges, or just figuring things out day by day, we’re in this together. Stay tuned for upcoming episodes where I’ll dive deeper into the real and raw experiences of being a Latina adulting with DACA. Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next! Follow me @theadultinglatina on Instagram Fitness Account @strongmorreniita

    She's BACK!!!!

  5. 03/31/2023

    Situationships, & why we let them go on for so long.......

    On Today's Episode, I talk about situationships and break down from my first ever relationship to all the situationships I had to deal with. I also talk about my thought of my experience. This is more of a story time so hope everyone enjoys. Don’t forget to enter the giveaway the how to is somewhere in the episode so listen very well! Also, If you want to be featured on the podcast send me an email at Hello@theadultinglatina.com or send me a DM on instagram.  Follow me on all social media platforms;  Instagram/Tik Tok: @theadultinglatina  Twitter: @adultinglatina  Website: https://linktr.ee/theadultinglatina

    Situationships, & why we let them go on for so long.......

  6. 03/24/2023

    Creating your own path as a first-generation WOC/Latina Ft Kelly Zuniga

    On today episode, Kelly is back and we talk about how you can creating your own path as a first-generation WOC/Latina. As WOC we have so many struggles that most of the times we give up but here Kelly shares some tips on how you can create your own path and I share my experience. so if you want to hear more click on this episode. Don’t forget to enter the giveaway by leaving a review on Apple podcast or Spotify. Also, If you want to be featured on the podcast send me an email at Hello@theadultinglatina.com or send me a DM on instagram. Follow me on all social media platforms; Instagram/Tik Tok: @theadultinglatina Twitter: @adultinglatina Website: https://linktr.ee/theadultinglatina Follow Kelly as well on instagram @kelindaeres

    Creating your own path as a first-generation WOC/Latina Ft Kelly Zuniga

  7. 03/10/2023

    What does self-love mean to you? Ft. @coachmarveliz

    On todays episode, a special self love & empowerment coach joins me and we hit different topics about self love and things we can do for ourselves, most of the time we have one definition of self love but it's not truly what we believe. So, if you want to learn from her listen to todays episode. Also stay tuned coach Marveliz has a special offer just for my listeners,  Don’t forget to enter the giveaway by leaving a review on Apple podcast or Spotify. Also, If you want to be featured on the podcast send me an email at Hello@theadultinglatina.com or send me a DM on instagram. Follow me on all social media platforms; Instagram/Tik Tok: @theadultinglatina Twitter: @adultinglatina Website: https://linktr.ee/theadultinglatina Coach Marveliz Polanco  IG: @coachmarveliz  Website: https://coachmarveliz.com/?fbclid=PAAaY6QVm2XWKKkXkhl1zZiZhV5Xqk1FZH3yqgdnvrZ85VTJ9jk0GZnk0mDGs

  8. 03/03/2023

    Life Update and More.....

    On today's episode, I just sit and talk to you all about what's been going on in my life, which includes work and my fitness jouney. I also talk a little bit of the plans for the podcast so stay tuned for todays episode! Don’t forget to enter the giveaway the how to is somewhere in the episode so listen very well! Also, If you want to be featured on the podcast send me an email at Hello@theadultinglatina.com or send me a DM on instagram.  Follow me on all social media platforms;  Instagram/Tik Tok: @theadultinglatina  Twitter: @adultinglatina  Website: https://linktr.ee/theadultinglatina

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Welcome to The Adulting Latina Podcast! “The Adulting Latina” is a podcast for young Latinas navigating life’s challenges while embracing their culture. As a DACA recipient figuring out adulthood, I share real stories, advice, and encouragement for those in the same season. From finances to personal growth, we’ll tackle it all with honesty and community. This is a space to feel seen, supported, and inspired to thrive—no matter the obstacles. Let’s figure out life together, one cafecito at a time!”

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  • Creator
    Anny Hernandez
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Anny Hernandez
  • Show Website
    The Adulting Latina Podcast