Not the Perfect Daughter—And That’s Okay

06/08/2025 18 min

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Episode Synopsis

After 30 days of sharing personal truths and navigating identity on the Jumping Into Jupiter podcast, this episode dives into a story that made me feel truly seen for the first time—I'm Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika L. Sánchez. I share how reading Julia’s story mirrored my own experiences growing up as a Mexican-American daughter caught between expectations, silence, and dreams. From family dynamics and cultural guilt to the pressure of being “a good daughter,” this episode explores the power of representation and the relief of not having to search for pieces of yourself in a story—you’re just there.If you've ever felt misunderstood, unseen, or like you didn’t quite fit the mold—you’ll want to tune in.