Author: Ana Vargas
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The Oldest Sibling Effect – How Leadership, Ambition & Burnout Intersect
by Ana Vargas If you’re the oldest sibling, you already know—we move differently. Since childhood, I’ve carried the weight of responsibility, the unspoken expectation to lead, protect, and pave the way for those coming behind me. I can still hear my mother saying,“Lo que tú hagas, harán igual los que van atrás de ti” Being…
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📚 Books That Inspired Me This April – A Sabiduría & Wisdom Selection
Spring is a season of renewal, celebration (it’s my birthday month!), courage, and stepping into your power, and this month’s booklist reflects just that! Whether you are embracing change, stepping into bold self-expression, releasing what no longer serves you, or making space for joy, these books will support your journey. Fiction, nonfiction, and memoirs all…
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📌 The Power of Letting Go – Releasing What No Longer Serves You/ Lo Que No Conviene Se Suelta
by Ana Vargas Spring is here, and with it comes the natural urge to clear out, refresh, and reset. We talk a lot about decluttering our homes, but what about decluttering our lives? Just like we let go of clothes that no longer fit, we need to release thoughts, relationships, and habits that no longer…
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Alignment in Action – A Guided Practice for Realigning with What Matters Most
by Ana Vargas Oye, mi gente, we’ve spent the past few weeks talking about pausing and seeking alignment, but now it’s time to take action. It’s one thing to understand what alignment means, but another to actually put it into practice. So this week, I’m inviting you to go deeper with a guided reflection exercise…
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Guided Reflection for subscribers
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Seeking Alignment: Honoring Your Values Across Work, Family, and Growth
by Ana Vargas Image: Person standing at a crossroad, staring at the horizon considering the best direction for the next part of their journey. Mi gente, la vida nos da sorpresa…it is full of transitions. Sometimes the hardest decisions aren’t about leaving something behind, but about choosing something better—something that aligns more deeply with our…
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Books That Inspired Me This February – A Sabiduría & Wisdom Selection
Thank you for being part of our Sabiduría & Wisdom community! Your feedback matters, and I’m excited to share this new format for our booklists. I hope it makes discovering and sharing your next great read even easier! – Ana Vargas 🌍 Culture & Identity 📖 Women Warriors of the Afro-Latina Diaspora by Marta Moreno…
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The Power of Pause: How Stepping Back Creates Clarity & Purpose
by Ana Vargas Hola mi gente! Life moves fast, and the pressure to keep pushing forward can feel overwhelming. But what if the key to real progress isn’t about moving forward but instead, it’s about pausing? After taking some time away from writing, I’ve come to realize that stepping back isn’t a setback; it’s an…
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Books That Inspired Me This January- A Sabiduría and Wisdom Selection
One of the ways I support my growth and development is through my booklist. I have been an avid reader since childhood, drawn to both fiction and nonfiction for the unique ways they shape my understanding of the world. Nonfiction teaches me, supports my reflection, and helps me explore new ideas, while fiction offers the…
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“Soñando en colores”/ Dreaming in color
by Ana Vargas Image: Near La Plaza de Santa Teresa in Cartagena, Colombia, this frutero’s calm pose and gaze reminded me of the beauty around us. Even in tough times, there is always something to look forward to. The year I turned 40, my mother turned 60 years old, and I decided to treat us…