Diary of the First Gen Journey

Diary of the First Gen Journey

Hosted by: Anyelis Cordero & Sara Diaz

Welcome to the Diary of the First Gen Journey where we hold space for first-gens to share their diverse experiences. We talk all things that come with the first-gen experience like the guilt, imposter syndrome,...

Episodes

E22 - From Not Considering College to PhD, Nicole Shares Her Journey to Feeling "Real and Worthy"

Season #5

Dear First Gens, If you've ever experienced "Imposter Syndrome" you DO NOT want to miss this episode! Dr. Nicole Pulliam offers a mind blowing reframe that will change how you experience that feeling of "not enough"...
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E21 - Michelle Shares How She Transitioned From Social Worker to Organizer Extraordinaire!

Season #5

Dear First Gens, We are so excited to share with you all the story of Sara's first supervisor in Social Work and now dear friend. Michelle shares with us how after almost 20 years in Social Work, she decided to pursue...
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E20 - Andy's Path to Presidency of NJCU

Season #5

Dear First Gens, What do you do when you've checked all the boxes to make your parents proud, reached high levels of achievement early into your dream career, and yet find yourself wanting something different? Our...
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E19 - Sara Chooses to Take a Leap for Herself and Shares how She's Navigating her Family's Reactions

Season #5

Dear First Gens, For most of our lives, we make life choices with direction, guidance and approval of our family. So what happens when you decide to start living for YOU? Find out what led Sara to take a leap and how...
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E18 - Anyelis Shares from the 2022 Scars - How She Rose from the Low Lows & Many Transitions

Season #5

Dear First Gens, Welcome to Season 5! In the spirit of vulnerability and sharing from a place of healing, this season we're bringing you reflections of a point in time. Think of it as opening up a diary to a previous...
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