Feb 25 2025 52 mins
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Are we doomed to repeat the relationship patterns we grew up with? Julie Cobos Hernández, mom of three and nurse, opens up about her journey of breaking free from chaotic relationship cycles and learning to build healthier, more fulfilling connections.
In this raw and eye-opening conversation with Reesa Morala, LMFT, Julie shares the steps she took to unlearn toxic relationship dynamics, heal from past trauma, and prioritize her mental health and emotional well-being—not just for herself, but for her children, too.
🍚 Plus! She shares her beloved family recipe for authentic Mexican Rice—because healing happens at the dinner table, too.
🌱 If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in unhealthy relationships or struggling to break generational patterns, this episode is for you. 🌱
📌 Save this episode to revisit when you need a reminder that change is possible.
💬 Have you worked to break a generational cycle? Share your experience in the comments!
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Authentic Mexican Rice
Credit: https://stellanspice.com/authentic-mexican-rice/
INGREDIENTS:
1 1/2 cups Mahatma® Rice Extra Long Grain White Rice
3 tbsp neutral oil
1/4 onion , diced
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 tbsp Knorr chicken bouillon
1/2 tsp garlic powder
2 roma tomatoes, (makes 8 oz tomato juice)
2 cups hot water
1/4 tsp salt, or to taste
3 sprigs cilantro
1 jalapeno
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Full instructions on link above.
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Host: Reesa Morala, MA, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Reesa is a couples counselor for parents providing therapy in person in Murrieta, CA and virtual couples therapy in California. Find Reesa hosting couples and parenting workshops nationwide!
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