Advice is one of the most valuable gifts a mother can give to her daughter. Cristina Pérez turns to her mother's wisdom every day by reflecting on the dichos she taught her. Here Cristina shares those that have most powerfully influenced her life and translates them into solid advice. Any woman looking for guidance -- whether she is about to leave for college or is getting married -- will find what she needs with Cristina's help. Dichos transcend age, race and religion to provide just the right answer at just the right time. Most important, Cristina shows that proudly embracing your roots and staying true to your identity will guide you down the right path. Dichos have directed Cristina through the toughest challenges and led her to success. Now let them lead you.
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Cristina Pérez
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INTRODUCTION: When Hollywood Calls on Tradition
SECTION I:
CHAPTER ONE: De mi vida para tu vida (From my life to your life)
CHAPTER TWO: A Tapestry of Tradition
CHAPTER THREE: Life: Powered by Dichos
SECTION II:
CHAPTER FOUR: Surviving Your Relationships
CHAPTER FIVE: Maintaining a Marriage
CHAPTER SIX: Crisis Management
SECTION III:
CHAPTER SEVEN: A Solid Foundation
CHAPTER EIGHT: Setting a Positive Example
CHAPTER NINE: Carrying on Culture
SECTION IV:
CHAPTER TEN: Confused Feminism
CHAPTER ELEVEN:Values at Work
CHAPTER TWELVE: Cultural Identity
SECTION V:
CHAPTER THIRTEEN: Battling Each Other
CHAPTER FOURTEEN: Secrets for Staying Young
CHAPTER FIFTEEN: Mentorship
SECTION VI:
CHAPTER SIXTEEN: English as a Second Language
CHAPTER SEVENTEEN: Remembering Our Roots
CHAPTER EIGHTEEN: America: The Great Patchwork Quilt
SECTION VII:
CHAPTER NINETEEN: Living for the Moment
CHAPTER TWENTY: Living by Los Dichos
Afterword:
A Letter to Cristina, from Aracelly and Darío Pérez
A Letter to Sofia
Bibliography
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