👋🏽 Hola hola, ,

From branded tea parties to chamomile at Costco, this week reminded me that sometimes marketing does hit just right. But between the headlines and hot takes, I’ve also been reflecting on how we take care of our minds and feeds. This edition brings you smart creators, soothing assignments, and a gentle reminder that peace is power. Let's get into this week's...

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​Algo bien for a fun Friday the 13th.

Edition: 13 de junio 2025​

Picture 📸 • Optimism💖 • Cool Find 🕵🏽‍♂️ • Homework 📝 • Other Stuff 📢

PICTURE: 📸

I'm a sucker for a good brand activation!

Not pictured is the Alicia en el pais de las maravillas mobile tea party that I ran into at the park. McCormick took over a corner of the park with Alice memorabilia, selfie opportunities, and plentea of tea, huntea. Later that day I took a picture of the special edition packaging of Chamomile Tea at Costco Mexico --full circle. Love it.

OPTIMISM: 💖

A quote to remind us that the fight for fairness is interconnected

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.”

— MLK Jr., from his iconic Letter from Birmingham Jail

COOL FIND: 🕵🏽‍♂️

Smart, Sharp, and Scroll-Worthy 🧠📱

I recently found Allie O’Brien (@allie_202_) on TikTok, and you should follow her too. Allie breaks down politics, media bias, online privacy, and climate issues with humor, clarity, and just the right amount of sass. Think Gen Z energy meets policy wonk realness. Whether she's decoding a Senate hearing or serving digital safety tips, her content is always fresh, informed, and deeply relevant. She tries to give good news, bad news, and an action item in each vid, to empower viewers across her socials and YouTube channel. Check her out and tell me what you think!

HOMEWORK: 📝

Curate Your Feed for Peace of Mind: With scary headlines and immigration raids back in the news cycle, it's easy to spiral. This week’s homework is simple but powerful: audit your social media. Unfollow sensational accounts that spike your anxiety and replace them with creators who inform with care, uplift your spirit, or simply make you laugh. Your digital space should protect your peace, not provoke panic. ✨📵💛

OTHER STUFF: 📢

 🧠 Text Support When You Need It Most

June is Men’s Mental Health Month, and this one’s especially for the hermanos, primos, tíos, and papás holding a lot in. When headlines hit close to home, or you just feel off—know you're not alone. The Crisis Text Line is available 24/7. Text SHARE to 741741 to connect with a trained counselor—free, confidential, and bilingual-friendly. It’s okay to ask for help. Prioritize your peace, por ti y por tu comunidad. 💛📲

👉 [See the IG post to save a visual reminder and swipe for tips]

Whether you're sipping tea, unfollowing chaos, or texting through the tough stuff, just know I'm rooting for you. Let this be your reminder to stay informed, stay soft, and stay connected. 'Til next week, cuídate mucho. 💛📩

Al cien, siempre,

Tony U

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-your favorite pocho + multicultural marketer.

PS --Happy mes de orgullo too! 🏳️‍🌈