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The Psychological Cost of Crises—and Where to Find Help

We’re not built to live with chronic stress, but for many of us, that’s become the norm. We break down the effects of chronic stress and explore where to find real, culturally competent support when you need it most.

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Breaking Free from the Scroll: A Practical Guide to Social Media Detox

Feeling drained by the scroll? Social media affects mental health more than we realize, often at a steep cost, and quitting cold turkey is easier said than done.

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How I Found Out My Childhood Struggles Were Actually Signs of ADHD

As a kid, did you ever feel like you were constantly falling behind in school, no matter how hard you tried? For many, what gets dismissed as “not trying hard enough” is actually a misunderstood struggle: ADHD

Latino Toxic Gratitude: How Much Gratitude is Too Much?

“Be grateful” is a phrase many Latinos have heard all their lives. But when gratitude becomes a tool to silence discomfort, ignore injustice, or accept less than we deserve, it turns toxic.

The Thin Line Between Hard Work and Burnout

As Latinos, we’ve all been taught to hustle hard, but what happens when the grind takes over your health and happiness?

Are You Comfortable Alone? Discover the Power of Self-Intimacy

We're diving into self-intimacy—and no, it's not what you think. It's all about radical self-care, embracing your emotions, and breaking free from toxic patterns.⁠

Are They Jerks or Narcissists? There’s a Disturbing Difference

Narcissists are masters of emotional manipulation. ⁠Latinas, with our deep-rooted cultural values like familia and respeto, can be especially vulnerable to these tactics.

An Eldest Daughter’s Journey From People Pleasing to Setting Boundaries

From a young age, eldest daughters are taught to prioritize others, often at the expense of their own needs. But what happens when people-pleasing becomes too heavy a burden?

What Is Internalized Homophobia and How Does It Impact Latine LGBTQ+ People?

The power of family and community can shape our lives in profound ways, but what happens when these influences clash with our true selves?

The Way We Talk About Mental Health as Latinos Needs to Change

Mental health issues continue to be a growing crisis in the Latino community, and yet the topic continues to be hushed. The stigma that needing support screams weakness, especially amongst Latino men, is literally costing lives.