A Balanced Life with Passion Projects

Released: May 22, 2025

Guest: Dr. Alejandro Gonzalez

Hosted by: Cristina Fernandez, Esq., Life Coach and Gabriela Reyes, LMFT

Episode Summary:

In today’s episode, Dr. Alex (or Dr. Cheech), discusses with Gabi and Titi how he has incorporated into his busy schedule, his passion for music.  In addition to his business, he has created the space to be part of a local band – Chili Guys – and also be present for his family and friends.

They dive into the transformative power of passion projects — those meaningful, energizing pursuits that fuel your creativity and add purpose to your life. Whether you’re looking to reignite your spark, explore a side hustle, or simply reconnect with your interests, passion projects can be the key to a more fulfilling, balanced life.

Join us as we explore what makes a passion project different from your typical hobby, how to carve out time for what you love, and real-life stories of people who’ve built incredible things from their passions — without quitting their day jobs.

What You’ll Learn:

• The difference between a hobby and a passion project
• Why passion projects matter for your mental health and motivation
• How to identify what you're passionate about (even if you're unsure)
• Strategies to start — and stick with — your passion project
• Real-life examples and inspiring stories
• How passion projects can lead to personal growth, community, and even income

Favorite Quote from the Episode:

“We should never die with music inside.” Wayne Dyer

Stay Connected:

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Cristina N. Fernandez, Esq., Life Coach

Gabriela Reyes, LMFT