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Note: This blog post accompanies Episode 715 of The Latina Mom Legacy. Get the episode’s key strategies, time-stamped highlights, and print resources to help you build sustainable habits and raise bilingual kids with confidence.
Have you ever felt frustrated when New Year’s resolutions don’t work? In this episode, Janny Perez breaks down why “New Year, New Me” often leads to burnout and what actually works for creating real, lasting change. She shares why reflection, small wins, identity shifts, and simple systems matter more than motivation, especially for busy Latina moms. Plus, grab a free printable packet to jumpstart your goals with intention this year!
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Timestamps & What You’ll Discover
00:01 – Why Resolutions Don’t Work for Latina Moms
Understanding the “fresh start effect” and why motivation fades when real life gets busy.
04:04 – The Importance of Reflection and Evidence
Before setting new goals, start by documenting your small wins and what already works.
06:21 – Shift Your Identity, Not Just Your Habits
Why you act based on who you believe you are and how to build a new self-story with confidence.
09:49 – Focus and Follow-Through
How narrowing your goals and breaking actions into 20-30 minute tasks builds momentum and consistency.
13:04 – Meal Planning & Systems That Save Mental Energy
Step-by-step how Janny Perez created a meal planning routine that freed up time and stress for her family, with details you can copy at home.
17:41 – Decluttering and Your Physical Space
How organizing your environment supports your goals and helps you stay consistent, even with a houseful of kids.
20:57 – Daily Tidying & Consistency Hacks
Real-life routines for quick, manageable cleaning that keep weekends free and your energy high.
22:31 – Systems Over Willpower
Why building systems is more effective than waiting for motivation and how small actions create confidence and resilience.
25:04 – What to Do When You Lose Motivation
Three practical mindset shifts and “what can I do instead?” strategies to keep going when you’re tired or overwhelmed.
28:19 – Bring It All Together
How alignment, awareness, identity, and structure set you up for lasting change—plus, where to download your bilingual goal-printables.
About Janny Perez
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Janny Perez is a passionate advocate for raising bilingual children and preserving Latino heritage.
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She is the voice behind "The Latina Mom Legacy" podcast and the bilingual parenting educator behind Confident Bilingual Parenting .
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She inspires parents with her own journey, moving beyond simply reading or singing to her child in Spanish. Janny knows that true bilingualism requires more than casual exposure, it demands intention, planning, and consistent strategies.
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Through her story, Janny empowers families to overcome self-doubt and create new traditions grounded in mindful language learning, helping children thrive in both Spanish and their Latino culture.
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Follow on all social media platforms @milegasi or @thelatinamomlegacy
Viral Quotes from the Episode
“You don’t act based on what you want. You act based on who you believe you are.”
“Small repeated wins shift identity and make what once seemed impossible feel achievable.”
Resources & Sources Mentioned in the Podcast
🎁 Free Reflect + Action New Year's Resolution Printable Packet
Gentle: Rest More, Stress Less, and Live the Life You Actually Want (book recommendation on slowing down and prioritizing)
Confident Bilingual Parenting Course
Milegasi Newsletter
More free printables + resources at milegasi.com
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