Category: Emotional Well-Being
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The Power of Small Wins: Why Progress Matters More Than Perfection
by Ana Vargas Que lo que, mi gente, I don’t know who needs to hear this today, pero déjame decirte:You’re doing better than you think. Sometimes we get so caught up in the pursuit of a big goal that we forget how powerful small wins really are and their role in setting us up for…
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Redefining Success: What is it you really need/want to feel successful?
by Ana Vargas Que lo que, mi gente, We’re stepping into May—a month that often feels like a bridge between the blooming of our environment, ideas and often leads to emboldened actions. It’s the perfect time to slow down and reflect on a question that often simmers beneath the surface: What does success actually look…
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Why I No Longer Work on My Birthday – Choosing Rest, Joy & Intention
by Ana Vargas Please note: Spotify and its content are owned by Spotify AB. I do not claim ownership of the music shared in this post. Every year, during the last week of April, I make a deliberate choice: Not to work on my birthday. No emails, no meetings, no obligations that drain my energy.…
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Books That Inspired Me This March – A Sabiduría & Wisdom Selection
One of the ways I continue to align with my values and personal growth is through reading. Books have been a lifelong companion, guiding my journey of self-discovery, healing, and expansion. I believe in the power of both fiction and nonfiction—one to spark imagination and offer new perspectives, the other to teach, challenge, and help…
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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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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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“Pa’ que falte, que sobre”/ “It is better to have extra rather than not have enough”
Generosity, Boundaries, and Service: Lessons from My Mother’s Living Room Growing up, generosity wasn’t just a value—it was a way of life, thanks to my mother. The title of this post is a nod to when I started cooking at Mami’s and I would ask her, “Mami, cuanto ago? How much should I make?” Her…
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“No te ahogues en un vaso de agua”/ Don’t drown in a glass of water
Finding Clarity Amidst Life’s Chaos: How to Prioritize and Find Peace by Ana Vargas Photo by Manki Kim on Unsplash In honor of Latinx Heritage Month, I’m excited to share a collection of stories crafted to ignite wonder and reflection. These stories intertwine my cultural roots with my personal journey, with the aim of highlighting…