Interview with Dr. Ana Nogales

May 23, 2009
The Snafu monster paid Yo Soy Latino an unexpected visit today transmitting those opps sounds heard throughout the program. In spite of it, Jose stepped up brilliantly operating the control board like a master and the show continued uninterrupted. Way to go Jose!

This week’s guest surpassed any of our expectations. She is an amazing woman with brains, beauty and style, Dr. Ana Nogales. Jose after welcoming Dr. Nogales to the show covered a wide range of issues from machismo, to racism, to culture, and closing with immigration. But it was her light hearted spirit that made the hour most entertaining.

Dr. Nogales definitely typifies all women driven to make history. She is one incredible powerhouse who encourages Latinas to move beyond their expected roles and become the women they wish to be by embracing that which is inherited naturally from their Latino culture. As a Latina who immigrated to the United States in 1979, she managed to complete her doctorate degree in psychology, open her own practice in California, and has been non-stop every since.

Her involvement in the community has earned her numerous accolades. She has been presented with the Humanitarian Award, the Mentorship Award because of her writing teaching and counseling; and most recently, the Latina Entrepreneur of the Year Award by the Latina Business Women Association on June 2, 2007.

In addition, Dr. Nogales is a frequent guest on The Cristina Show and other programs. She has hosted daily call-in shows for both television and radio. Has written for the last sixteen years in La Opinion (Los Angeles), the country's #1 Spanish language newspaper, and La Raza (Chicago), La Prensa (New York) and her bi-monthly column in the magazine Para Todos.

Dr. Nogales’ dedication and commitment to injustice has given way to her appointment to the APA Presidential Virtual Working Group on Anti-Semitic, Anti-Jewish and Other Religions, Religion-Related and/or Religion-Derived Prejudice and Discrimination Task Force. For more information on this remarkable woman please visit her web site at www.ananogales.com.

Dr. Nogales’ Upcoming releases: Book: “Parents Who Cheat” which illustrates the upheavals of children and adults affected by the infidelities of their parents. “Don’t call me Baby” (“No me Llames Baby!”) her new play; and, if you get a chance read her latest article “Giving up on Wisdom”. When something in life just doesn’t follow its course, it’s time to take a step back and recognize when to give up...a must read!

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Haydee's Slice of Fashion...
Grecian Chic! Is definitely IN this season—a trend that is ageless and will have all hail the goddess who dared to grace any room in these Greek-inspired designs. Even Hollywood where celebrities walk the red carpet is responding to this fashion staple. Therefore, we should respond as well!

This design not only has the taste and opulence of ancient Greece, it is a classic look having a logical flow-on from the one-shoulder. The uniqueness of this style is that it graces your form allowing your femininity to shine thru, accenting your figures flawlessly because the arrangements of the folds or pleats act like a shawl-like outer garment, covering the body just a hint while concealing even the smallest imperfection. They come long and short as tight and large and are available in different colors and fabrics.

However, no outfit is complete unless appropriately accessorized from your hair to your footwear. The trick is to keep everything simple. Your makeup should be "natural", not overstated. That means applying make-up that gives a hint of flawlessness to your face but still highlights your strongest facial features.

Your hair in my view should be push back emphasizing the details of your face—your cheeks, your eyes, your mouth. Add a nice hair piece, one that is symbolic of the times, but the dressing of the hair I will leave up to you.

Now invest in some exquisite pieces of jewelry—gold or bronze pieces—concentrate mostly on bracelets and necklaces which were among those ornaments used during this era. Then you'll look like the divine goddess that you are.

With that said, now it's time to reflect on the footwear. Make use of the gladiator sandals which are quite popular this season.

Remember if the dress is plain team it up with ropes or a sash tie to add depth, even texture to your ensemble. It will give your silhouette definition without over emphasizing too much body parts. These Grecian designs will surely guarantee you a chic and feminine summer fashion!

Now ladies bring out that DIVA GODDESS in you!!!!!!