MAMI on a Mission Podcast: Faith, Healing & Purpose
Mariana Monterrubio - Best Selling Author, Biblical Life Coach and Motivational Speaker
116 episodes
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Ever feel like you’re auditioning for love? We go straight at approval addiction—how it starts, how it quietly runs our lives, and how to break free by anchoring worth in God rather than in other people’s opinions. Through honest storytelling and a faith-forward lens, we trace the roots of people pleasing back to conditional love and abandonment, then map a path toward healing that restores identity, peace, and purpose. We unpack the everyday signs of approval addiction—constant reassurance...
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Ever feel like you’re auditioning for love? We go straight at approval addiction—how it starts, how it quietly runs our lives, and how to break free by anchoring worth in God rather than in other people’s opinions. Through honest storytelling and a faith-forward lens, we trace the roots of people pleasing back to conditional love and abandonment, then map a path toward healing that restores identity, peace, and purpose. We unpack the everyday signs of approval addiction—constant reassurance...
Ever feel like you’re auditioning for love? We go straight at approval addiction—how it starts, how it quietly runs our lives, and how to break free by anchoring worth in God rather than in other people’s opinions. Through honest storytelling and a faith-forward lens, we trace the roots of people pleasing back to conditional love and abandonment, then map a path toward healing that restores identity, peace, and purpose. We unpack the everyday signs of approval addiction—constant reassurance...
Ever feel like your identity lives under a pile of titles, expectations, and old wounds? We go straight at the lie that your past or your job defines you and replace it with a freeing truth: your worth is already declared by God. Through personal stories, scripture, and hard-won lessons, we unpack how false labels form, why they stick, and what it looks like to live as God’s masterpiece rather than a sum of mistakes or achievements. We talk candidly about intimidation and shrinking in certa...
If you’ve ever wondered whether your dream has an expiration date, this conversation was made for you. We unpack how to move from longing to action by creating space, setting SMART goals that respect real life, and surrendering the plan to God’s timing. I share the unfiltered story of going back to school at 30 as a single mom, the routines that kept our home steady, and the small steps that stacked into a degree, a book, and a calling. No hype—just honest momentum built one faithful choice ...
Have you ever felt crushed under the weight of others' expectations? That constant pressure to be everything to everyone while somehow maintaining your own sense of self? In this transformative episode of MAMI on a Mission Podcast, we explore the journey from external validation to authentic empowerment. Drawing from personal experience, I share my path from childhood fearlessness to shattered confidence through betrayal and criticism, and finally to rediscovery of worth through faith. We e...
What does it truly mean to stand boldly for your faith in a world that often misunderstands and rejects it? This raw, unfiltered episode delves into the tension between speaking truth and showing compassion as believers in today's polarized society. Through vulnerable personal testimony, I share my journey from deep brokenness to bold purpose—including past struggles with abortion, infidelity, and other sins that once defined me. Rather than hiding these painful experiences, I reveal how Go...
Transformation begins with self-discovery, peeling back layers of hurt and false identities to reveal who we truly are. Season 8 kicks off by exploring the foundation of the Empower Her program: healing from past wounds, understanding our true identity, and trusting God's purpose. • Healing requires releasing the hurts we've carried—whether rejection, betrayal, or loss • Forgiveness isn't about excusing what happened but freeing our hearts • Many of us become "chameleons," changing ourselve...
Mariana shares her raw, personal journey through perimenopause, detailing the physical and emotional changes affecting her body, energy levels, and relationships. She offers biblical perspectives and practical wisdom for women navigating this challenging transition while maintaining their identity and purpose. • Gained 53 pounds over the past decade despite being in peak physical condition at age 40 • Experienced multiple health challenges including heart surgery and an ischemic aneurysm • ...
Feeling stuck in a cycle of pouring from an empty cup? Ready to reclaim your purpose and passion? This episode marks a powerful return after a restorative July break, where I share the profound shifts happening in both my personal journey and professional mission. Fresh from completing my advanced life coach certification, I'm bringing enhanced tools and strategies to help multifaceted women create the lives they truly desire. I share the milestone of celebrating 17 years of marriage—a true...
Roxanne Lara's story will leave you breathless. From smuggling people across borders at age 13 to becoming addicted to "daybreak pills" that made her violent and unpredictable, Roxanne lived a life straight out of a crime thriller. Her candid testimony reveals how deeply entrenched she became in a world of drugs, violence, and criminal enterprises. The raw details of her journey are staggering – pistol-whipping a boyfriend, burning houses, multiple incarcerations, and even being kidnapped b...
What happens when rock bottom has a trap door? When Denise Rodriguez met host Mariana at a women's conference, neither could have imagined how powerfully their parallel journeys would resonate with listeners. This raw, unfiltered conversation takes you inside the reality of domestic violence, offering both gut-wrenching moments and breathtaking testimony of divine intervention. Married at 19 with two children already, Denise shares how she ignored spiritual warnings about her first marriage...
What happens when childhood trauma plants seeds of rejection and abandonment in your life? How do you break free from cycles that have shaped your identity and relationships for decades? In this deeply moving conversation, Pastor LaToya Chrisman takes us through her remarkable journey from foster care to freedom. Placed in the system at just four years old due to her parents' substance abuse, LaToya shares how growing up in South Central LA led her to join a gang at 14, witnessing violence ...
What does it take to raise boys who respect women, contribute equally at home, and make wise choices? The answer may surprise you. In this heart-stirring conversation, Mariana welcomes Iranda Chavez, mother of three grown sons, who bravely shares her journey through the challenges of boy-mom life. Kicking off the "She's Bold" series following Mariana's successful women's conference, this episode dives deep into the cultural expectations, faith foundations, and boundary-setting strategies th...
God cares more about your heart than your highlight reel as we explore what it truly means to be a woman after God's heart rather than chasing platforms, positions, or appearances. This episode challenges us to examine whether we're developing private character that can sustain public calling. • Contrasting David and Saul's stories - one who chased God's heart versus one who prioritized appearances • Our tendency to strive for validation through accomplishments, appearance, and approval fro...
Walking by faith means following God's instructions without always receiving complete explanations. When God speaks, He provides direction and expects obedience rather than offering detailed justifications for His commands. • Biblical examples like Noah, Abraham, and Moses followed divine instructions without understanding the full picture • True godly instructions align with scripture and bring peace, not fear or manipulation • Discerning God's voice requires testing instructions against H...
We dig into the common experience of feeling stuck in a rut while balancing family, career, ministry, and life's unexpected turns, exploring what God says about moving forward and finding renewed purpose. • Personal story of reconnecting with friends and discovering one friend feeling stuck after transitioning from single life to multiple roles • Cultural messaging that mothers must abandon personal dreams debunked through biblical examples • Biblical women who overcame feeling stuck: Ruth,...
Sisterhood is a divine gift that requires discernment to know which relationships are meant for a season and which are lifelong connections. We explore how godly friendships sharpen us while helping us recognize when relationships are pulling us away from our purpose. • Personal journey through domestic violence revealed the critical importance of supportive friendships • Biblical women like Mary, Elizabeth, Deborah and Esther demonstrate the power of collaboration over competition • The wo...
Mariana explores the difference between walking in God's purpose versus keeping busy to avoid dealing with deeper issues, challenging listeners to examine their relationship with busyness and rest. • Recording from the beach as a deliberate choice to step away from routine • Reflecting on how busyness can be a way to avoid sitting with uncomfortable thoughts • The struggle of measuring self-worth by productivity instead of identity in Christ • Scripture reminder that even God rested (Psalm ...
This episode tackles the battle against negative thoughts and the lies that try to hold us back. Through practical steps grounded in biblical truth, we learn how to take control of our mindset, affirm God’s promises, and overcome mental struggles. • Understanding the impact of negative thinking • Recognizing the historical context of self-doubt • Personal reflections on overcoming past struggles • Practical strategies for combating negative thoughts • The importance of affirmations and self-...
Discover the unexpected ways God works in our lives, often during difficult, overlooked moments. This episode encourages listeners to trust God’s timing while examining biblical stories and personal experiences to highlight growth, purpose, and community support. • Exploring personal feelings of being overlooked • Learning from the biblical example of Jacob’s blessings • Understanding the story of Moses and overcoming insecurities • Recognizing the importance of waiti...
In this episode of MAMI on a Mission, we explore the powerful story of Joseph from Genesis 27-47 and how his journey shows us that God's plans are never derailed. From sibling betrayal to divine redemption, we uncover five key highlights about dreams, detours, forgiveness, and faithfulness. Mariana shares her own testimony of overcoming challenges, healing from an abusive marriage, and learning to forgive in order to walk in freedom and embrace God’s promises. Grab your cafecito and jo...
MAMI on a Mission Podcast: Faith, Healing & Purpose
Ever feel like you’re auditioning for love? We go straight at approval addiction—how it starts, how it quietly runs our lives, and how to break free by anchoring worth in God rather than in other people’s opinions. Through honest storytelling and a faith-forward lens, we trace the roots of people pleasing back to conditional love and abandonment, then map a path toward healing that restores identity, peace, and purpose. We unpack the everyday signs of approval addiction—constant reassurance...
