Locrio Lessons: Yaris Sanchez on Navigating Life's Rings

In this compelling episode of "Eating While Broke," model and entrepreneur Yaris Sanchez takes us through her riveting journey from the streets of NYC to the forefront of holistic wellness. Growing up amid challenges like teenage pregnancy and her family's battles with mental health, Yaris's path has been anything but straightforward. She candidly discusses her initial forays into the entertainment industry, from her days as a stripper to becoming a social media sensation, each step marking a significant ring in the tree of her life.

Yaris opens up about her transformation into the wellness advocate behind Dolly Mama, a brand that champions holistic health, mental wellbeing, and community support. She shares insightful stories about her journey towards self-care, underscoring the importance of staying true to one's roots while fostering personal growth and resilience. Through her narrative, we learn how Yaris has managed to navigate the complex rings of her life, proving that like a tree, one can grow over and around their traumas, yet acknowledge and learn from them.

This episode not only sheds light on Yaris's personal struggles and triumphs but also offers inspiration on overcoming adversity, embracing change, and the power of community in the healing process. Join us as Yaris teaches us how to be like a tree—growing strong, tall, and wise, no matter what life throws our way.

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In 'Eating While Broke,' host Coline Witt welcomes Havilah Malone, a multi-talented executive producer, actress, and author. They cook a budget-friendly meal while delving into Havilah's transformative life journey, sparked by a layoff from Hewlett Packard. This setback led her to unconventional jobs, impactful personal development through Tony Robbins' events, and ultimately a deep personal and entrepreneurial growth. Havilah candidly shares her experiences with healing from past traumas, leveraging the power of community, and advocating for diversity in creative projects. She underscores the significance of specific goal-setting for achieving dreams, encapsulated by Napoleon Hill’s principles, and the broader impact of focusing on positives for personal and professional success.

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Get up close and personal as Chico Bean opens up about his journey to success, beginning at a young age. Raised by a single mother and losing his father to gun violence at just 2 years old, Chico was surrounded by male role models who never fully matured. As a teenager, influenced by his environment, he aspired to become a dope dealer—until an unthinkable loss of a close uncle, who had served as a father figure, forced him to confront the harsh reality that life in the streets often ends in tragedy. Determined to change his path, Chico pursued higher education and eventually graduated from college. It wasn’t until then that comedy entered his life as a new dream and purpose. In this episode, Chico shares the trials, setbacks, and pivotal moments that shaped his life and propelled him toward becoming the successful comic he is today.

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