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Shakira has always inspired me to embrace my body with joy and confidence. She is a rare artist who has fans of all ages, from young girls who learn her moves to elderly individuals who admire her charitable efforts. Her influence is truly cross-generational and I find it amazing.
It’s a common trait among Latinas to strive to please their fathers. Has patriarchy played a role in your life? In my household, the male perspective held sway from an early age. It was a different era with different attitudes. Despite having a strong bond with both my parents, I was the daughter who challenged my father’s protectiveness. When I was 12, I developed an interest in a boy and insisted on dating him. My dad was taken aback and said I was too young, but I held my ground and offered to bring him home or meet him elsewhere. He eventually relented and allowed me to bring him home.
