You First- A Journey to Self

You First- A Journey to Self

Welcome to You First: A journey to self the podcast empowering women to uncover their true selves and regain personal power. Join host Maria Fuentes, a leading expert in Women's Emotional Mastery and Self-Discovery, as she guides you through emotional awareness, self-exploration, and nurturing healthy relationships. With nearly two decades of experience in psychology and mental health, Maria shares transformative insights to help you prioritize yourself, overcome challenges, and find inner happiness. Tune in weekly to start your journey of self-discovery and emotional mastery.

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July 21, 2025 35 mins

In this honest and heart-opening episode, sit down with my fiancé TJ to talk about what happens after the honeymoon phase fades—and how to rebuild a deeper, more grounded love. We open up about the real challenges of long-term relationships, from finances and blended family dynamics to social media, emotional triggers, and communication gaps.

Together, we share how we navigated tough moments, created emotional safety, and ...

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In this episode, I’m diving into a conversation that hits close to home—how to set boundaries without feeling like you’re being too much, or losing yourself in the process. I’ve been the girl who kept quiet, and I’ve been the girl who let her rage take over… neither felt aligned.

Now, I know how to stand my ground without spiraling—and I want that for you too.

We’ll talk about emotional reactions, people-pleasing,...

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In this soulful and practical episode of You First: A Journey to Self, I share over 25 powerful habits and routines that help me feel grounded, radiant, and deeply connected to my feminine energy. From gut health and morning rituals to luxurious self-care, emotional check-ins, and magnetic mindset shifts—I break down exactly what I do to align with my highest self.

Whether you're navigating hormone imbalances, feeling...

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If you’ve ever found yourself constantly doing, fixing, or over-functioning in your relationships or business, this episode will help you understand the hidden cost of living in survival mode—and how to reclaim the soft, grounded strength of your feminine power.

I share vulnerable insights from recent triggers in my relationship, business, and money mindset—revealing how fear, control, and old patterns can quietly pull us ...

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If you’ve ever found yourself in your masculine energy, feeling the need to control, fix, or lead the relationship, this episode will give you the self-awareness and tools to break the pattern.

I share vulnerable stories from my past marriage, post-divorce relationships, and current partnership, revealing how emotional safety, unhealed wounds, and our desire to feel loved can unconsciously lead us to lose ourselves. You&ap...

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Feeling disconnected or drained lately? This episode will help you identify where your energy has been leaking—and guide you back to yourself. You’ll be reminded that you’re not alone in your emotions, and that it’s safe to slow down, reconnect, and pour back into you.

Here are three main topics discussed in the episode:

✅Recognizing and Healing Energy Leaks
Understanding where your energy is being drained and...

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Welcome to this week's episode, where we celebrate the arrival of spring and explore how to become magnetic to your desires! Discover practical strategies for reevaluating your goals and aligning your mind, body, and spirit for greater fulfillment. We dive into enriching your mental state, nurturing your physical wellness, and connecting with your soul for deeper rejuvenation. Learn how to embrace fluidity in your ambitions, m...

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Healing can feel overwhelming, draining, and downright difficult - but why? In this episode, we dive deep into the real reasons why healing feels so hard and how to move through it with self-compassion, patience, and trust.

🔹 Are you judging yourself in the healing process?
🔹 Do you fear the unknown and what comes next?
🔹 Are you trying to rush your healing instead of allowing it to unfold?

If so, you’r...

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Are you stuck in hyper-masculine mode, constantly doing, controlling, and striving-yet feeling disconnected from your feminine flow? In this episode of You First: A Journey to Self , we dive deep into balancing masculine and feminine energy to create a life of alignment, ease, and fulfillment.

🌿 Learn how to:
✅ Recognize if you're leaning too much into your masculine energy
✅ Embrace your feminine energy w...

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Do you struggle with self-respect and setting boundaries? Do you feel like people don’t respect you the way you deserve?

In this episode of *You First: A Journey to Self*, we’re diving deep into the power of self-respect, how it influences the way others treat you, and the key habits that help you gain confidence and establish healthy boundaries.

You'll learn:
✨ Why keeping your word is essential for e...

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No one who is truly thriving has time to criticize you. 
In this episode of You First: A Journey to Self, we’re diving into the mindset shift that will help you stop worrying about what others think and fully embrace your growth. If fear of judgment has been holding you back, this is your reminder that the people who matter want to see you win.

I’ll guide you through:
✨ Why people who criticize are often unhappy wi...

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Are you constantly overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed? Do you find yourself saying, "I'll do it later," only to never follow through? 

In this episode, we dive deep into the root causes of stress and self-doubt, uncovering how a lack of self-trust and confidence keeps you stuck.

Join me as we explore:
✨ The impact of information overload on your mental health
✨ How to break free from the cycl...

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Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by emotions that you just wanted to escape your own body? I know that feeling all too well. For years, I lived with crippling anxiety, deep depression, and a victim mindset, believing that life was against me. I felt disconnected from myself and others, stuck in unhealthy patterns, and constantly searching for external validation.

But everything changed when I decided to take radical responsibility ...

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Hey there, my beautiful Muses! Welcome back to this week’s episode. Today, I have a very special guest—my fiancé! Yep, it’s pre-date night, and we’re recording this before heading out, so it’s a fun, relaxed vibe. We’ve been through some challenges lately—not bad stuff, just life’s ups and downs—but I’ve realized that it’s in those moments that we’ve gotten closer. Our communication, our intimacy—it’s all grown stronger through it.

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Hey, my beautiful muses! Welcome back to another episode of You First: A Journey to Self. Today, I’m diving into something near and dear to my heart – how to lead yourself in your relationship and communicate your needs and desires in a way that fosters true connection. I’ll walk you through the process I use to really check in with myself, filter through past triggers, and communicate in a way that creates vulnerability, trust, an...

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Hey beautiful Muses! Welcome back to another episode of You First: A Journey to Self. This week, I’m answering some of YOUR questions, and let me tell you – it's extra juicy! I asked over on Instagram what you wanted to know about my personal life, past, and the challenges I'm facing. You guys always ask the best questions, and I love how we can find pieces of ourselves in each other's stories.

We’re talking about eve...

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January 13, 2025 18 mins

Hello, my beautiful muses! 🌸 In this episode, we’re diving into the art of staying consistent in a way that feels aligned with our natural cycles as women. Life throws us highs and lows, and we’re not designed to be the same every day—but that doesn’t mean we can’t show up for ourselves consistently.

We’ll explore:
✨ Why women struggle with traditional ideas of consistency.
✨ How to honor your emotions and cycles without gu...

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January 6, 2025 19 mins

Welcome to My First Visual Podcast Episode!

Hello, my beautiful muses! 🌟 I am so excited to welcome you to this special, first-ever visual episode of the podcast! This is something I’ve been dreaming of bringing to life in the new year as a way to connect with you all on a deeper level. Setting up this cozy little studio space in my office was such a vibe, and it feels like inviting you right into my home.

If you're listening o...

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In this empowering and heartfelt episode of You First: A Journey to Self, we dive deep into the transformative power of energy, gratitude, and intention. We explore how the energy behind your choices shapes your life.

Maria shares personal stories of resilience, self-discovery, and the lessons learned through embracing gratitude, tapping into the energy of abundance, and letting go of misaligned actions. You'll uncover practica...

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I share my deeply personal journey through hormonal imbalances and the mental health challenges they brought into my life. From debilitating anxiety, extreme fatigue, and mood swings to discovering the intricate connections within our endocrine system, I’ve learned just how much our thyroid, blood sugar, cortisol, and sex hormones influence our well-being.

Joined by Erin K. Trier, a health advocate and coach, we dive into the import...

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