Yung Pueblo: The Power of Self-Healing to Thrive in Business and Relationships | Mental Health | YAPClassic

Long before Yung Pueblo wrote about self-healing, he was trapped in a cycle of anxiety, scarcity mindset, and using substances to numb his emotions. Everything changed when a  10-day silent Vipassana meditation retreat helped him face the feelings he had spent years avoiding. That inner work eventually strengthened his marriage, sparked his creativity, and shaped the personal growth message he shares today. In this episode, Yung Pueblo shares how unresolved emotions affect relationships, decisions, and leadership, and how entrepreneurs can manage stress and ego rather than let them take control.

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(00:00) Introduction

(01:34) The Meaning Behind the Pen Name "Yung Pueblo"

(03:43) His Early Roots in Youth Activism

(05:15) Healing Trauma Through Vipassana Meditation

(09:33) The Power of Self-Healing and Inner Peace

(13:20) Building an Audience of Over 3M Instagram Followers

(19:58) Growing and Monetizing Your Social Media Audience

(23:56) Self-Healing for Entrepreneurs

(32:08) How to Love Better in Relationships

(41:45) Managing Emotions and Letting Go of Resentment

(45:26) Navigating Modern Dating and Finding Love

Yung Pueblo, whose real name is Diego Perez, is a No. 1 New York Times bestselling author, poet, speaker, and meditation practitioner known for his insights on self-healing, emotional growth, and healthy relationships. His books have sold more than two million copies worldwide, and his work has been translated into more than 25 languages. In 2025, he was named a TIME100 Creator. He is also the co-founder of Wisdom Ventures, an investment fund focused on scaling compassion.

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Yung Pueblo’s Instagram: instagram.com/yung_pueblo

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