What does it really take to speak up as a first-generation Latina — especially in a political climate shaped by fear, immigration raids, and rising hostility?

In this episode of The News Yogi Podcast, host Leslie Rangel sits down with Wendy Amara, a Guatemalan life and business coach, to explore the inner and outer work of advocacy. Wendy shares how she transitioned from staying neutral to becoming a vocal champion for immigrant rights — and how that journey has challenged her nervous system, identity, and sense of safety.

This isn’t just a conversation about activism — it’s about the emotional weight of using your voice, the inner rewiring required to show up fully, and how to stay regulated while standing in your truth. We talk about the risks and rewards of being visible in today’s political climate, the role of community care, and how courage often begins in the body.

If you’ve ever felt the tension between staying safe and staying true, this episode is for you.

Connect with Wendy here:

***Website: https://wendyamara.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendyamara/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachwendyamara
Podcast: Yes Mujer, BUILD IT: https://wendyamara.com/podcast/

BIO: Wendy Amara is a successful Latina Life and Business Coach- with over 16 years’ experience. She specializes in coaching Ambitious Latinas who want to reach Big Life, Career and Business Goals. She is an expert at follow through, consistent action, and managing your human mind while regulating your emotions. If you are feeling stuck, lacking clarity, or overwhelmed with your business or life- She is your coach. She is a child of immigrants from Guatemala and super proud to be the mom of three, including twins! She has built a successful million-dollar coaching practice even through being diagnosed with Anxiety and ADHD in her 20's. She found that action-based coaching worked to move her brain into creating results, and she can teach you to do the same!

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