An Inspired Chat with RAYMIN REYES of Sacramento

We recently had the chance to connect with RAYMIN REYES and have shared our conversation below.

Good morning RAYMIN, we’re so happy to have you here with us and we’d love to explore your story and how you think about life and legacy and so much more. So let’s start with a question we often ask: What is a normal day like for you right now?
Honestly, a normal day for me is a little bit of everything. I start my mornings early — usually before the kids wake up — just so I can enjoy my coffee in peace and check emails or go over campaign notes. Once the morning rush kicks in, it’s all about getting the girls ready for school, packing lunches, and cleaning up a little before my workday really starts.

After that, I usually start filming or shooting content — whether it’s a lifestyle reel, a brand project, or just something fun I want to share. I like working in natural light, so most of it happens before noon. Then in the afternoon, I’m usually editing, replying to brands, or planning out what’s next while juggling school pickup and snacks.

Evenings are all about family — dinner, homework, and just trying to slow things down a bit. Once everyone’s settled, I’ll usually hop back on my laptop to brainstorm new ideas or finish editing.

It’s definitely a busy day-to-day, but I love it. I get to be creative, work with amazing brands, and still be present for my family — it’s the kind of balance I used to dream about.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi! I’m Raymin, a girl mom of three living in Northern California with my husband, Ronald. I’m a full-time content creator who loves sharing real, relatable moments from my everyday life.

A few fun facts about me: I’m obsessed with anything sour (give me sour candy or sour soup any day!), my “me time” starts at 6 a.m., and I can’t live without my Zumba sessions and nature walks. My go-to drink is always water, and I have a soft spot for blackberries, raspberries, and houseplants — though keeping them alive has been a journey in itself. (I finally did it!) 🌿

My husband and I love to travel, and we make it a point to explore new places together as a family — while our legs still can!

As a mom content creator, my goal is to help preteen and teen moms find balance and joy in motherhood, one relatable story at a time. I believe in celebrating both the beautiful and chaotic moments that come with family life.

You can find me on Instagram @simplypetiteray, TikTok @simplyraymin, YouTube @simplymeray, Pinterest @simplypetiteray, and Facebook @simplypetiteray.

Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?
As a child, I used to believe that I had to have everything figured out — that life had to follow a perfect plan and that mistakes meant failure. But now, as an adult, a mom, and a creator, I’ve learned that growth actually happens in the in-between moments — the messy, uncertain, and unexpected ones.

I no longer believe I need to be perfect to be proud of myself. I’ve learned to embrace who I am, flaws and all, and trust that I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be.

What fear has held you back the most in your life?
Honestly, the fear that’s held me back the most is the fear of not being enough — not being a good enough mom, not being creative enough, not doing enough to chase my dreams. For a long time, I worried about what others might think or if I was “qualified” to put myself out there.

But over time, I realized that fear doesn’t protect you — it just pauses your potential. The moment I started believing that my story mattered, everything changed. I learned that showing up imperfectly is still better than not showing up at all.

Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What are the biggest lies your industry tells itself?
I think one of the biggest lies in the content creation industry is that you have to have a “perfect” life to be successful — the perfect home, perfect body, perfect family, perfect aesthetic. The truth is, what people actually connect with is realness. The messy kitchen, the tired mom moments, the genuine laughs — that’s what makes people feel seen.

Another lie is that you need to go viral to have value. But consistency, authenticity, and community matter so much more than views. It’s not about chasing trends — it’s about building trust.

I’ve learned that the most powerful thing you can do as a creator is show up as yourself — not as who you think the internet wants you to be.

Okay, so let’s keep going with one more question that means a lot to us: What will you regret not doing? 
What I’ll regret most is not living fully in the moment — always planning the next thing instead of soaking in what’s right in front of me. As a mom, I see how quickly time flies. One day, my girls were tiny and clinging to my leg, and now they’re growing into their own little people.

I don’t ever want to look back and realize I was too busy or too scared to enjoy life as it was happening. So I remind myself often — take the trip, record the memory, laugh louder, and say yes to the things that bring joy. That’s what truly matters.

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