This one is for the women who’ve spent their whole lives making themselves smaller — to fit culture, to survive family, to avoid judgment — and are finally ready to be seen in full.
In this soul-baring episode, I sit down with Miriam Simon, a Sovereign Mama whose story is a living testament to resilience, rebellion, and radical self-ownership. From growing up as the eldest of seven in a traditional Mexican immigrant family to raising three children by the age of 21, Miriam's journey breaks the mold in every way.
She shares how she refused to disappear into motherhood — or into anyone else’s expectations. How she chose to hold onto her identity, her queerness, her voice — even when it meant breaking generational cycles and going against her culture. And how one life-changing mentor saw her truth and helped her rise into the leader she is today.
This is an episode for anyone who’s ever been told to stay quiet, to dim down, to follow the rules. It’s for the mothers who love deeply and lead boldly. For the ones who’ve hidden their stories out of fear — and are finally ready to turn that fear into fire.
In this episode, we explore:
⚡ Breaking free from cultural expectations and rewriting your story
⚡ Parenting young while preserving your own identity
⚡ Coming out, coming home, and reclaiming joy
⚡ The power of mentorship and being truly seen
⚡ From invisibility to impact — building a business from lived experience
💫 A Personal Invitation – Step Into the Temple of Feminine Leadership
If this conversation stirred something in you — a truth, a spark, a permission — consider this your invitation.
You’re called into Sovereign Spirit, my 12-month mentorship and leadership temple for soul-led women who are mothering, healing, creating, and building legacy.
It’s where your power becomes your platform.
Where your past becomes your purpose.
Where your most aligned, expressed self leads the way.
✨ We rise in rhythm.
✨ We build in integrity.
✨ We lead with love.
DM me the word SOVEREIGN on Instagram (@juliajerg_official) to learn more.
With all my love,
Julia
P.S. Know a mama, a cycle-breaker, or a queer leader who needs to hear this story? Share this episode with her. And to connect with Miriam and her work, head over to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miriam-simon-online
About our guest:
Miriam Simon is a Proud Latina leadership expert, author, and speaker who combines 25+ years of corporate leadership experience with personal insights to guide others toward authentic success. As CEO of Mi Sí Coaching and Consulting LLC, she authored "Tattoos & Pearls" and hosts the "Latina Mic Drop" podcast. A Certified Hudson Coach and Forbes Coaches Council Member, Miriam developed the transformative I.N.K & P.E.A.R.L.S leadership method to help clients integrate authenticity with professional excellence. Her approach leverages her extensive HR and leadership development background to empower marginalized voices, particularly as a strong Latina leader and voice in the LGBTQ+ community. Miriam is dedicated to supporting one million diverse professionals in reaching corporate leadership roles by teaching them to embrace their unique stories while mastering the strategic tools needed for success.