JUST DO YOU.
The JUST DO YOU. podcast is a vibrant space for authentic conversations designed to connect, inspire, and empower us. Through these conversations, we explore the journey to finding confidence, discovering our unique voice, and embracing our truth. Along the way, we just might uncover new perspectives that help us step into what I call the JUST DO YOU. sweet spot — the space where you're fully, unapologetically yourself.
Each week, I’m honored to sit down for unscripted conversations with friends, family, colleagues, community leaders, and influencers as they share their personal stories. Together, we’ll laugh, maybe shed a few tears, but most importantly, we’ll remind ourselves that no one journeys through life alone. I hope you enjoy these moments as much as I do.
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JUST DO YOU.
S2E24 with Peter Cervantes - Finding My Way Back To Me
In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Peter J. Cervantes, a first-generation Mexican-American writer from San Diego, whose work rises from the intersection of queer identity, cultural trauma, and the difficult — but transformative — journey of healing within communities where silence is often known as survival.
Peter shares his remarkable story behind his debut book, The Road Back to Me: Six Sacred Tools for Queer Healing Through Shadow, Breath, and Truth (arriving early 2026). During this raw and emotional conversation, Peter takes us through his journey and his near-death experience at thirty-seven and the difficult five-year road to finding his authenticity at forty-two. It is a deeply personal testament that recovery is possible, even without family support and amidst complex trauma.
Our conversation is for anyone who has struggled to honor their heritage while seeking mental health, for LGBTQ+ people of color searching for real healing tools, and for anyone ready and willing to reclaim authenticity in their life. Peter is a remarkable human being and our conversation deeply impacted my own life, and I am so honored to share it with you.
Follow Peter’s journey and reflections on turning pain into healing on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/peterj.cervantes/
Substack at https://peterjcervantes.substack.com
LinkedIn at https://linkedin.com/in/peter-j-cervantes-1a9a39387
Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/peter.j.cervantes
You can also learn more about Peter on his website at https://www.peterjcervantes.com
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