As first generation in my family, I was looking to go places no one in my immediate network had ever gone. My dad started this journey immigrating from Mexico, creating a new life for himself in a country that wasn’t his own, not speaking the dominant language. My mom grew up in Los Angeles where she navigated a broken school system, neglected community, with seemingly low expectations that pushed her out the education pipeline. I can draw so many parallels…
Last year I closed a very important chapter in my life. My hubby and I sold our home in Maryland and made our way back home to Southern California. I grew so much while in Maryland. I got married to my main squeeze, moved away from home after graduation, started off my career, and so much more. Moving out of MD was a difficult chapter to close because we had everything we needed and were comfortable. I genuinely felt, however,…
Taking the time to identify your “why” and clarify your personal mission and values can feel like an overwhelming task. So why bother to even to take the time to identify any of these? You’ve been getting by just fine, right? As you grow and encounter new challenges, your personal mission, values, and “why” serve as a compass; keeping out enticing distractions that may derail you from what’s really important to you. In order to live life in a way…
About Me
Hi, I'm Marivel. This blog seeks to create an uplifting space centered around building an authentic life. With each endeavor, my hope is to intentionally create a life that aligns with my values, mission, and life's joy.
