Heartbeat Narratives

Paulette: From the “Shoulds” to Self-Belief, Living La Vida Más Chévere

Episode Summary

In this heart-to-heart conversation, Paulette Erato, host of La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas, shares her journey of rewriting life’s narratives. Based in Los Angeles and rooted in her Puerto Rican heritage, Paulette brings humor and relatable insights to the theme of joy. She opens up about taking a non-traditional path, practicing radical self-kindness, and embracing the quiet strength of soft power. Together, we unpack what it means to let go of societal “shoulds” and redefine success on our own terms. Through her stories, Paulette reminds us that it’s never too late to pivot - and that following our dreams is always a path worth taking. Mahalo for tuning in! ⏱ Episode Highlights: 01:07 – Paulette’s Origin Story: From Life to the Mic 01:49 – La Vida Más Chévere 07:01 – Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs 08:35 – Radical Self-Kindness 13:51 – Redefining Success on Your Own Terms 29:50 – TED Talk Dreams & Latinas in Podcasting 🔗 Connect with Paulette Erato 🌐 Website: pauletteerato.com 🎙️ Podcast: La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas – available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. 📸 Photo Credit: Paulette Erato 🎨 Episode Art: Molly Mamaril

Episode Notes

In this heart-to-heart conversation, Paulette Erato, host of La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas, shares her journey of rewriting life’s narratives. Based in Los Angeles and rooted in her Puerto Rican heritage, Paulette brings humor and relatable insights to the theme of joy. She opens up about taking a non-traditional path, practicing radical self-kindness, and embracing the quiet strength of soft power. Together, we unpack what it means to let go of societal “shoulds” and redefine success on our own terms. Through her stories, Paulette reminds us that it’s never too late to pivot - and that following our dreams is always a path worth taking.

Mahalo for tuning in!

⏱ Episode Highlights:

01:07 – Paulette’s Origin Story: From Life to the Mic

01:49 – La Vida Más Chévere

07:01 – Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs

08:35 – Radical Self-Kindness

13:51 – Redefining Success on Your Own Terms

29:50 – TED Talk Dreams & Latinas in Podcasting

🔗 Connect with Paulette Erato
🌐 Website: pauletteerato.com
🎙️ Podcast: La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latinas – available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app.

📸 Photo Credit: Paulette Erato
🎨 Episode Art: Molly Mamaril