#84 Finding Unlimited Opportunities Through a Shift in Perspective with Patricia Gomez Pimentel

Thinking That Matters with Elizabeth Mahusay

What would you do if you realized you’d hit the ceiling of your potential in your home country?

Welcome back to another episode of Thinking That Matters! I’m truly excited to introduce you to someone extraordinary today—Patricia Pimentel, a woman who dared to dream beyond the limitations placed on her and embodies the essence of resilience, faith, and transformation.

Patricia’s life began in Cuba, where she faced the harsh realities of living under a communist regime. Even with certain privileges, she quickly realized that she was hitting the ceiling of what was possible in her homeland. So, Patricia made the brave decision to leave, first moving to Canada, and later to the United States, in search of greater opportunities and a better life.

In Cuba, Patricia was a professional violinist, but she chose to start fresh in America. After pursuing her education, she became a Certified Public Accountant and is now a successful auditor at KPMG.

In this episode, Patricia opens up about the emotional challenges she faced—leaving her family behind, adjusting to a new culture, and the perseverance required to rebuild her life from scratch. We discuss the stark contrast between the limited opportunities in Cuba and the freedom and possibilities she’s discovered in America. Through it all, her faith has been her anchor, especially during a difficult divorce, where she learned to let go and trust in God’s plan.

Patricia also shares invaluable insights on cultivating thinking that matters. She encourages us to stay rooted in our core values, be discerning in a world full of information, and embrace change as we pursue our dreams.

Key Takeaways from Our Conversation:

• Patricia’s perspective on the abundance of opportunities in the U.S. and the importance of appreciating the freedom and possibilities available to us.

• The value of letting go of control and trusting in God's plan, finding strength in surrendering to a higher power.

• The significance of knowing our core values and anchoring ourselves in truth, allowing us to navigate life’s complexities with clarity and integrity.

More about Patricia:

Patricia grew up in Cuba and moved to North America in her early 20s. She was a professional violinist in Cuba before deciding to pursue a different path. After completing her education in Canada and the US, Patricia became a Certified Public Accountant and now works as an auditor for KPMG.

Connect with Patricia:

Linkedin- http://linkedin.com/in/patricia-gomez-pimentel

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More about Elizabeth Mahusay:

Elizabeth grew up a self-starter who as a young woman prided herself on her independence and self-sufficiency. She found herself challenged to develop deep and meaningful relationships because of her prideful “know-it-all” approach to life and work. She projected that she was perfect yet struggled to deal with failure, thoughts of insecurity, and the feeling of inadequacy. Through her study of the Bible, time as an entrepreneur, and the accountability of some great mentors Elizabeth, is a transformed woman. Today, she passionately invests her time helping others transform their thinking.

Elizabeth is author of the recently published Transform My Thinking, God study on the book of Philippians. She has published over 170 YouTube videos and hundreds of Facebook Live videos ranging from topics of business building, daily encouragement/motivation, inspiration, marriage, and Bible exposition.

Connect with Elizabeth:

Facebook: @elizabethbmahusay/

Instagram: @ebmahusay/

Youtube: @ElizabethMahusay

Website: https://elizabethmahusay.com/