Como Dice el Dicho Season 5 Episode 60 'Hijo de gata, caza ratones'

Como Dice el Dicho is a Mexican television series that premiered on February 1, 2011, and has aired for five seasons since. The show depicts the daily life of a family where the grandfather, Don Tomás, owns a traditional restaurant. The program’s main feature is to draw moral lessons and share values with viewers to educate them on daily aspects.

In season 5, episode 60 titled 'Hijo de gata, caza ratones', the show brings up the topic of jealousy. Ana is a passionate dancer who has been practicing for months to win a dance competition. She is in a relationship with Carlos, who is also her dance partner, and works as a dancer at a restaurant. Carlos' ex-girlfriend, Maria, used to be his dance partner before they broke up due to conflicts over work and relationship burdens.

One day, Maria comes to the restaurant to visit her friend and sees Ana and Carlos practicing for the dance competition. Maria starts to feel jealous and decides to compete against them. Carlos, who has an amicable relationship with Maria, agrees to practice with her. Ana becomes insecure when she sees Carlos practicing with Maria, and the situation turns desperate when she eavesdrops on their conversation. Ana becomes convinced that Carlos is interested in Maria again.

Ana then goes to Don Tomas's restaurant to share her problem with him. Don Tomas tells her a proverb, "El hijo de gata, caza ratones," which means that a cat's son catches mice. He explains that although Carlos and Maria have a history, Ana should trust Carlos's love and relationship with her. Don Tomas believes that jealousy will only lead to misunderstandings and mistrust.

Later in the episode, Carlos and Ana talk, and Carlos assures Ana that he loves her and wants to continue practicing with her for the dance competition. They decide to put their focus back on practice and work harder together to achieve success. The episode ends with the dance competition, where Ana and Carlos perform a beautiful dance. They finish second, and Maria and her new partner win the competition.

In 'Hijo de gata, caza ratones', Como Dice el Dicho successfully portrays how jealousy can harm a relationship and how trust is crucial for any relationship to sustain. The show is a beautiful representation of Mexican life, culture, and ethics; it has become an essential program for families, friends, and individuals alike. The episode leaves the audience with a positive note by exhibiting the power of trust and perseverance to overcome insecurities.