Maria Rivero

13/11/2024

CAREER DAY 2024. Here we call it the Great American Teach In and I’ve never missed a year. I LOVE teaching young minds all about being an entrepreneur. We play a game where they get to invent a job based on what they love to do the most. They don’t have to have a boss, they don’t have to wear a uniform, and no one gets to determine how much they make except for them. I’ve been doing this for 5 years straight and love seeing the kid’s faces light up at the idea of picking a job based on what they love instead of based on popular professions that will supposedly make them lots of money.

27/10/2024

18/10/2024

I did bikini and lingerie modeling for a while and I enjoy wearing as little clothing as possible. Why? Because, with ADHD, I get overstimulated very easily. Clothing can trigger me and cause a spiral or shut down. I love this suit because it has very little fabric and doesn’t hurt my neck. As a bonus, it comes in a variety of patterns. I chose this one to spread awareness about voting. You have a voice. Make it count. Yes, this bathing suit is in my storefront and the link is in my bio.

17/10/2024

If you or someone you know has a birthday in May then don't sleep on this stunning micro tennis bracelet. It is absolutely gorgeous and expected to sell out before dinner. Normally 132 but I can get it for just 28 while supplies last. Let me know if you want details! If you see this post then please comment so that the algorithm stays high. Every comment helps a small business owner. 💚

02/10/2024

WHO WANTS TO GO? Super serious, please read. My sister doesn’t fly, my best friend is a stylist, and my last travel buddy can’t go because this is over Spring Break. I earned this trip and don’t want to take the cash out for the second spot. I want to take someone. I took Lizdamyl Castro to Ireland last month and she got us Morgan Wallen tickets and upgraded all of our flights to first class as a thank you… though that was incredible, I don’t expect that. What I would LOVE, though, is someone who is willing to spend a lot of the trip filming content. Even just videos of me walking can be set to music with a quote so that’s helpful. The more videos I have saved the less I have to make at home. So, someone who isn’t irritated by “can you take that again but move a little more” and someone who understands that I do like 5 outfit changes a day, even more when it’s bathing suits. Someone patient and fun.

Note: I rarely drink and it’s fine if you do, but getting wasted on my company incentive trip is not an option. Chances are we will be in the same bed (it was a king last time) so preferably a female. Bonus points if you want to make content together because it’s always fun when more than one person is in the video. The flight, hotel, breakfast, and almost every dinner are included. If we want massages or excursions then it would be on us.

The dates are 3/19-3/24 and I have to select someone in the next two weeks. Please don’t reply and then say the dates don’t work. Please have integrity and don’t back out because I can’t change the name and I will forfeit my guest. If you would seriously like to come then let me know below and feel free to include anything else that would be helpful.

Can’t come but saw this post? Comment to keep it boosted for me, please.

30/09/2024

Both of my boys are September so you know I had to get this sapphire tennis bracelet. It sold out immediately but I was able to get one more shipment. Once it is gone it is gone. Normally $130, I can get it for you today for just $25 when you spend $40 or more. I am expecting to sell out before dinnertime so don't sleep on this. Message me if you need help ordering. If you grab it let me know so I can send you a gift. If you see this then comment to keep it boosted for me. I love people who do that. :)
https://parklanejewelry.com/store/look/60707184fa2b5ce2e82d543643bb205a

11/09/2024

The universe is very clearly telling me that this isn’t the time for me to do my meditation retreat. I go every year and this year decided to do two and it’s just too much traveling right now. I already paid for my spot and booked my flight but I can transfer my registration and get the points back for my flight. That being said, if anyone is interested in attending an unplugged meditation retreat in California during the last weekend of this month then please let me know. I’m happy to give you part of it since I know it may be a stretch to do it last minute. I paid $1233 but will sell my spot for $777. That includes lodging for 5 days at the Wonder Valley resort, all of the classes, archery, nutrition classes, sound baths, reiki, manifestation, past life regression, healing, food, and everything except horseback riding. You’d fly into Fresno on 9/27 and fly home 9/30. Here are some pictures from last year as well as some of the classes and a sample daily schedule from last time. I’ve done these every year and they are life changing. If you’d like my spot or info on a future one let me know.

14/08/2024

I cannot believe I am going to Ireland three weeks from today! This trip is truly a vacation, no agendas from the company, no meetings, just pure fun and exploring! Oh, and boujee events every night - all paid for!!

I get to bring a friend for free so I am taking Lizdamyl Castro and we are staying at the Intercontinental which is a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 Star Hotel! It looks DREAMY! 😍 We have heard that Dublin is one of the top food destinations in Europe - but I don't know if I agree with that. So, tell me - what do we HAVE to do and see and of course where we have to eat?

02/08/2024

OK, I need to settle a debate in my family...is ketchup considered Salsa and should it be eaten with scrambled eggs?

15/07/2024

My heart is breaking for everyone losing their livelihoods. Long read but worth it if you or someone you know is in Direct Sales and suffering right now. A year ago I was exactly where you are. After 11 years with the same company, I was devastated and felt like I lost everything I built when they announced that our teams were being taken away. I've been exactly where you are.

Please know that your feelings are valid. No one prepared me for it but the truth is that you will go through every stage of grief. It starts with denial ("This isn't a bad thing, this will be fine - or even better than before"), then it moves to anger ("Wait a second, my company is still getting paid on every single person on my team - the only thing that changed is they stopped paying me for finding/helping them"), then you move to bargaining and so on. It really is like a divorce or death - you will mourn the loss of what you had (the friendships, relationships, situations, excitement). It isn't stupid to have these feelings just because it's a job. It is completely normal. What happened to you isn't ok, what is happening to your family isn't ok, and it me postured as "in your best interest because it will be better than ever and everyone will make even more money" is definitely not ok. You are allowed to be mad, sad, frustrated, and every other emotion. It isn't small. It isn't stupid. Your feelings are valid.

I won't be reaching out to anyone in Seint, Rodan and Fields, or any of the other companies making shifts this week because I remember getting flooded with recruitment messages and it didn't feel good. I felt like prey. What I will do is leave this post here so that you know that your feelings are valid, I am angry for you, and that I really believe that everything happens for a reason and in divine timing. It might not feel like it right now - but I promise that you will get to the other side of this and you will be ok. A company doesn't define you or determine your success. Your light will shine brightly no matter where you land because of who you are as a person. So much love and light on the other side of this. You have survived 100% of the things you were worried about and you will survive this.

Even if I don't know you - I love you. I am here as proof that everything will be ok. You are not starting from the beginning all over again. This time, you are starting from experience. 🩵 Maria

PS. As motivation, here is a picture of me at the end of my first year with my previous company. Our team was celebrating hitting 141K in our first year. After one full year with my current company, our team was over 804k. I didn't start over, I started from experience and knew what to look for. You do too.

15/06/2024

Red, Yellow, or Black!?!? I have to pick between these three by tomorrow morning and they are all basically tied. I haven't asked on this account so let's see if the answers are different. Please vote so I can take this off my plate! Which one do we like best?

25/05/2024

To think, one year ago I never really wore jewelry. Now I feel incomplete without it. It just lights me up! Please be safe this Memorial Day and take a moment to think of those that lost their lives on behalf of our freedom. ❤️🤍💙 If you actually read this, tell me what you’re doing today (even if it’s boring!)

25/05/2024

America the beautiful, baby. Rocking the limited edition red, white, and blue pieces!

20/05/2024

Twice a year I do a Flash Sale in my Boutique and they are SO MUCH FUN. Items marked down to one dollar, random prizes and gifts, and so much crinkle paper 🤣. Leading up to the event I do "10 Days of Giveaways" and it kicked off today. Join my private group to participate. Already in the group? Let me know below!
Picture of my private collection of Austrian cut crystal bracelets (one of which I will be giving away). Thank you for always supporting my business! Boujee Boutique - Jewelry, Apparel, & Mindful Badassery

18/05/2024

It’s mine. All mine. I did it by myself. AND I PAID IT OFF! No man, no loan, no one to ever take it away. I bought something for my babies that they can feel safe and secure in and something that will FOREVER be ours. If my mom was alive I know she would be so proud. Most importantly, I am proud of myself. Two weeks after my 35th birthday and I became mortgage free. Mom, I DID IT. ❤

PS. Yes, I made that sign. Yes, I designed that shirt. Yes, I got myself a cake. If you want something, make it happen. Also, be unapologetically you!

If you understand the back of my shirt then you get brownie points. “They see me CLOSIN’… they HATIN’”

Happy 3 Year Anniversary, House. I love you. I will never not celebrate the anniversary of buying this house, paying it off, and what it symbolizes. Foreclosure. Repossession. Eviction. All words I grew up understanding at an unreasonably young age. I literally doctored my birth certificate when I was 14 so that I could work because no one was hiring anyone under 15. I needed to fake being older and work because we needed money. No parents after my mom died when I was 17 meant three jobs to put myself through college and then overwhelming debt to put myself through law school. Then, when I realized how underpaid new lawyers were, I became my own boss and have been doing that ever since. It took 9 years but on May 18 I did something that my mother would be proud of and that I want to shout about from the rooftops every anniversary. I’ve worked so hard and was as careful and strategic as possible with money and on this day 3 years ago I sold the oversized show-house that I bought to have an impressive lifestyle and I bought a beautiful home in a perfect school district for me and my babies. My mom would be so proud.

When you believe in yourself the sky is the limit. If you took the time to read this long post then let me know below with some love. I always notice.

14/05/2024

That time my local team threw a Taylor Swift themed surprise party for my birthday!!!

06/05/2024

This is 38! Thank you all for the birthday wishes. I’m still in Sedona at my Awaken Your Inner Goddess retreat. This morning two of the ladies surprised me (against my will) with CAVE CLIMBING! It was incredible to explore the caves and scale the side of the mountain! Afterward, I climbed my first tree! Pure joy is about the closest I can get to explaining how I feel! Now time for a pink jeep tour!