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Uncolonized Latinas: Transforming Our Mindsets And Rising Together
*****Awarded 16 national and international awards, including First Place non-fiction at the New York Book Festival. Similarly, Valeria Aloe's work on women empowerment has received multiple awards, including being recognized as a Top 100 Latina in the US in 2023.*****
“Latina we are the best-kept secret in the history of the United States. Welcome home.“
Valeria Aloe’s Uncolonized Transforming our Mindsets and Rising Together lays out an unprecedented, detailed map of the Latino mindset and what is holding the community back from achieving its highest potential. Along the way we meet immigrant Latinas and daughters of immigrants who, through trials and tribulations, have uncolonized their limiting mindsets and have found success in their lives and careers.
This book guides us our individual and collective greatness, as we honor our stories and our ancestry.Become more aware of the limiting cultural narratives that have been running us.As a Latina, thrive in your career and life from a place of self-esteem, as you learn from those Latinas who figured out how to navigate the system.As an Ally, feel confident and become more effective when mentoring diverse talent.Through this journey we can learn how to experience transformational change—open our heart, mind, and eyes.
“Latina we are the best-kept secret in the history of the United States. Welcome home.“
Valeria Aloe’s Uncolonized Transforming our Mindsets and Rising Together lays out an unprecedented, detailed map of the Latino mindset and what is holding the community back from achieving its highest potential. Along the way we meet immigrant Latinas and daughters of immigrants who, through trials and tribulations, have uncolonized their limiting mindsets and have found success in their lives and careers.
This book guides us our individual and collective greatness, as we honor our stories and our ancestry.Become more aware of the limiting cultural narratives that have been running us.As a Latina, thrive in your career and life from a place of self-esteem, as you learn from those Latinas who figured out how to navigate the system.As an Ally, feel confident and become more effective when mentoring diverse talent.Through this journey we can learn how to experience transformational change—open our heart, mind, and eyes.
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313 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 10, 2022
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February 27, 2023
From the title alone, Valeria makes a bold statement that never quite reaches its full potential in the pages to follow. This very disjointed read comes across as part shallow autobiography and part barely researched history lesson that culminates to a documentary-esque presentation of sorts that highlight supposed facts about Latinos and Hispanics (two different groups) that are unfortunately overshadowed by the author’s lack of experience on the subjects or any fundamental understanding of intersectionality.
While it is completely understandable that Valeria writes from a viewpoint of a White Argentine woman, it is frustrating that she would co-opt the term Latina so late in life (page 26) only to write a book using the term to perpetuate broad generalizations across dozens and dozens of cultures, blaming Latinas themselves for their part in their own shortcomings and generational trauma before even beginning to acknowledge colorism (Part III); her privilege as a white woman regardless of ethnicity in the US (page 176); or white supremacy and misogyny, and how those intersect in each Latin American community as a result of colonialism (never). Speaking of which, it is especially ironic and almost insulting that she would use the word “uncolonized” without tackling the most obvious catalyst for so many of the behaviors she writes that Latinas exhibit: colonization. And while Part III does enlighten its reader on machismo, malinchism, and colorism in a somewhat tactful way, it unfortunately does not satisfy in its brevity. When reading the title, one would have assumed this topic would have been at least half of the book, or at least within the first fifty pages, rather than beginning on page 167.
Personally, I think a more insightful and effective read from this author would have been a reflection of her own experiences and how to overcome those flavors of adversity rather than what was presented, which was in my opinion a gross generalization of the Latina experience through the lens of a capitalism apologist that believes Latinas are more of a business than a group of people.
In sum, while I did not enjoy this read for myself, I will gently dissent with 2 stars as there are some useful facts and statistics (albeit too generalized for my taste) that non-Latino/non-Hispanic readers might find educational or informative at the very least.
While it is completely understandable that Valeria writes from a viewpoint of a White Argentine woman, it is frustrating that she would co-opt the term Latina so late in life (page 26) only to write a book using the term to perpetuate broad generalizations across dozens and dozens of cultures, blaming Latinas themselves for their part in their own shortcomings and generational trauma before even beginning to acknowledge colorism (Part III); her privilege as a white woman regardless of ethnicity in the US (page 176); or white supremacy and misogyny, and how those intersect in each Latin American community as a result of colonialism (never). Speaking of which, it is especially ironic and almost insulting that she would use the word “uncolonized” without tackling the most obvious catalyst for so many of the behaviors she writes that Latinas exhibit: colonization. And while Part III does enlighten its reader on machismo, malinchism, and colorism in a somewhat tactful way, it unfortunately does not satisfy in its brevity. When reading the title, one would have assumed this topic would have been at least half of the book, or at least within the first fifty pages, rather than beginning on page 167.
Personally, I think a more insightful and effective read from this author would have been a reflection of her own experiences and how to overcome those flavors of adversity rather than what was presented, which was in my opinion a gross generalization of the Latina experience through the lens of a capitalism apologist that believes Latinas are more of a business than a group of people.
In sum, while I did not enjoy this read for myself, I will gently dissent with 2 stars as there are some useful facts and statistics (albeit too generalized for my taste) that non-Latino/non-Hispanic readers might find educational or informative at the very least.
February 13, 2022
The moment I opened the book, I could feel the power of compassion, empathy, and community from the author. This book is beautifully written to capture various stories, experiences, and memories of Latinas in the US who have empowering messages to share. Very emotional and heartwarming! I am not a Latina and loved how I could better understand how I can become an ally to support Latinas. The history behind many of the decisions and motivations is expanded on, which helps me to deepen my understanding. I highly recommend everyone to read this to strengthen our communities, both professionally and personally.
August 14, 2022
Great insights about generational trauma due to colonialism and how it affects even more the women.
For any Latina and any business, this is the book to read. Valerie provides a deeper understanding and gives great practical advice.
For any Latina and any business, this is the book to read. Valerie provides a deeper understanding and gives great practical advice.
February 7, 2023
Everything about this feels like it was written by a high schooler and i learned nothing new I'M SORRY
Disorganized, redundant, poorly researched, poorly argued
I totally understand if people appreciate this book for its empowerment but as a Latina myself I found it very shallow
Disorganized, redundant, poorly researched, poorly argued
I totally understand if people appreciate this book for its empowerment but as a Latina myself I found it very shallow
January 29, 2022
A powerful book for every Latina/Hispanic woman who has ever felt unworthy or less than. This book provides the cultural insights and inspiration to change mindsets and set new directions.
February 20, 2022
Food for thought is provided here on cultiral differences and how they can impact Latino women's places in American society. Definitely worth a read!
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November 13, 2022super cool read
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