Healing the First-Gen Way: Boundaries, Culture, and Courage

For The Hayters: The Stories We Survive · Oct 20, 2025 · 46m

This week on For The Hayters, Sara shares what it means to heal as a first-generation Latina. From being called “toxic” for setting boundaries to redefining what peace looks like inside her culture, her story is about courage, forgiveness, and breaking generational cycles.

Sara opens up about her mental health journey, postpartum struggles, and the guilt that comes with choosing yourself when your family calls it selfish. Through therapy, faith, and community, she learned that boundaries are love — and that healing and culture can sit at the same table.

If you’ve ever felt alone for doing…