The Rally Cry

The Rally Cry

Welcome to The Rally Cry, hosted by Angel Rios a Master’s level social worker dedicated to helping you build a healthier, more meaningful life. This channel isn’t about quick fixes, life hacks, or one-size-fits-all advice. Instead, we focus on the deeper principles behind wellness because there isn’t just one way to be happy or healthy. There are millions. The goal here is to help you discover what works for you. Through self-reflection, personal growth to relationships and how you respond to the world around you, everything is connected and understanding that connection is key to lasting change. At its core, The Rally Cry is about empowering you to understand yourself, trust your beliefs, and create a lifestyle that truly supports who you are. Because real growth isn’t about following someone else’s path it’s about cultivating your own.

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July 10, 2026 7 mins

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In this episode, I talk about what it really means to stand up for yourself even in the smallest moments. I’ve realized it’s not always about the situation itself, but the principle of choosing to stand up. A lot of the time, I used to hold back because I was thinking about how the other person might react or worrying if I was being dramatic. But those small moments of si...

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In this episode, I sit down with my best friend Tyler to explore what it really means to grow, adapt, and stay grounded as a man in a world full of expectations. We dive into the tension between who society tells you to be and who you truly want to become, unpacking how to navigate change without losing your sense of self. Whether you’re facing a major life transition or simply...

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In this video, we explore the reality that many of the systems we live in are not designed with our well-being in mind and what that means for how we choose to live our lives.

I break down the difference between what you can’t do and what you’re often told you shouldn’t do, and why that distinction matters more than we realize. From social expectations to unw...

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Taking space isn’t about disconnection; it’s about creating room to reflect, reset, and gain clarity. But for many of us, space can trigger uncertainty. Even in trusting relationships, it’s natural to wonder what the other person is doing or feel a sense of losing control. This episode breaks down how those reactions are rooted in our body’s natural fight, fli...

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In this episode, I reflect on my return from my master’s program in social work and share lessons about intention, principality, and purpose. I explore how we can get distracted by material things and outside comparisons, and why staying grounded in our principles, morals, and beliefs matters when we’re trying to live with clarity and meaning. This conversation is about r...

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Why do some people long for connection while others pull away? In this episode, we explore Attachment Theory and how early relationships shape trust, emotional safety, and the way we connect with others. Drawing from research and real clinical insights, we discuss how attachment patterns influence adult relationships and how safe connections can support healing and growth.

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In this episode we speak about the myths of what we heard about love. Figuring out what is the issues nowadays when it comes to finding love, and how can we experience real love. You know that feeling were you feel seen, accepted, and appreciated, that's what we long for. I've experience love in many different ways and I learned when you take a chance at love you also take a chance a...

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We take the transition to enter a new year and we ask ourselves, what have I done the past year? This is a healthy thought, yet most times wee can feel hesitant for what is next. We think the next step to growth is a grand gesture, that it happens to be what happens on the outside from us or it's what we do. Let's say you accomplished everything you've wanted in the past year, now wh...

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It's that time of the year when we start reflecting how this year concluded and thinking what's the next step for next year. We often think about the actions we take, but we don't put awareness of our surrounds, such has the items we posses and the people that are around us. In this episode we speak about looking at this in another level, an spiritual and energetic level. This allows...

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Around the holidays , we can get worked up, literally. We can be working, being around family, and worried about having a great holiday. I mean who doesn't want a good holiday or even a good day in general. It's important to recognize a lot of our stress comes from societal expectations and how hard we can be on ourselves. In this segment, I encourage you to give back to yourself. I ...

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Taking an hiatus was a smart move but at first it didn't feel like it. I started my Master's Program in Social Work and I have learned a lot about how I should be taking it on. Although I have done plenty of reading and writing research papers, in hindsight I have built some skills and habits along the way. Most of all I know I shouldn't be dreading it, because I take away from the e...

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Life isn’t about chasing every quick fix or tip to succeed—it’s about learning to pause, trust the process, and see the bigger picture. Challenges aren’t roadblocks; they’re proof that you’re growing and stepping into new levels of your life. When things feel forced, it may be life’s way of guiding you toward something greater. Stepping back,...

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Kashawn Sanders, the Co-founder of a non-profit Follow My Steps with his co-founder and close friend Tyrone Williams. I had the pleasure to meet with Kashawn out of seeing his vision and had honorable advice and myself has applied them. It is good to have one of my mentors also being able to explain to you guys about what does it mean to be accountable and how you can be the leader o...

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We were told to believe our relationships should make us happy and now I disagree. You first need to find your own happiness from yourself and then share that happiness. You are not responsible for other people's happiness because that would always be out of control. A relationship is to share and give of what you already found within yourself and understanding that together. #enough...

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We've heard " I need space" before from someone and sometimes we don't know what that means. Everyone needs to have the opportunity to spend time with others and not feel that they are obligated to be with their partner all the time. Asking your partner the right questions will guide your relationship in the right direction. Space is healthy and it should not make someone insecure an...

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We have a Hip-Hop artist in the building, Fabeyon. In this episode we speak about the music culture and how Fabeyon continues to move through is career with purpose. In 2018 Fabeyon created is debut album where he speaks through his music of perseverance and going Beyond Will (Check it out!). This episode highlights the importance of never giving up and always refining your purpose t...

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I always heard that if you want to be happy then you need to take it serious. It takes effort to be happy, and especially intention. In this episode I give you 3 practices you can implement in your day to bring you a bit of more light. Wether your someone that is trying to find more balance in your days, prevent burnout or need a new perspective then this episode is for you! Make sur...

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In this powerful episode, Valenti Tulloch, founder of the Academic Leadership Association, shares powerful lessons from his journey switching careers and taking bold risks. He breaks down a simple relationship blueprint to build trust and connection, reveals mental health habits that keep high achievers balanced, and explains how to say “no” strategically to protect your ...

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In this episode I sit with BOTH Executive Director Suzanne Parker & Clinical Director Chelsea Parker to speak about the vision of Girls Inc of the valley. Girls Inc is a program that helps young girls be confident in their goals and aspirations and be a support on getting there. We spoke about what the program consists of and answered some insightful questions that touch bases on...

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