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How Catholic Guilt Shaped My Life

"Catholic guilt" is a term used to describe the feeling of remorse that arises when someone violates the moral standards taught during their Catholic upbringing. Natalia Saláis, Luz guest contributor, shares her experience of growing up Catholic and the process of unlearning to heal from this guilt.

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Understanding Gaslighting, Lovebombing, and Other Manipulative Tactics

Ever found yourself drowning in affection after a huge fight, or questioning your own memory when someone flat-out denies what you know happened? You're not alone. Manipulative tactics like gaslighting and lovebombing aren't just dramatic plot twists in movies—they're real, and sadly, they're not uncommon.

Journal Your Way to Inner Peace: Here’s How

Feeling intimidated by that blank page? We've all been there. But what if that blank page could become your sanctuary for self-discovery and mental clarity?

Under Pressure: New Study Reveals Latinas Carrying Enormous Weight of Cultural Expectations

A new study reveals that about half of Latinas in the U.S. feel the constant pressure to be the backbone of their families and also achieve in their careers, reinforcing the expectation to be "super women."

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Mother’s Day: It’s Complicated for Many Latinas

Mother’s Day isn’t always all flowers and hugs. For many Latinas, it's a complex dance of setting boundaries or even severing ties with toxic or marianismo-influenced moms. Why? Because self-care isn't selfish, it’s survival.

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Parentification in the Latino Community: Growing Up Too Fast

Too often, we are loading our kids with grown-up responsibilities. Emotional support, family mediation, you name it—they're doing it all when they should just be worrying about kid stuff.

Tap Into Your Divine Energy with These Affirmations

Feeling off your game lately? We get it, life throws curveballs, and sometimes it’s hard to dodge them all. We’ve put together 10 powerful affirmations to help you kick those doubts to the curb and start seeing yourself in a whole new light.

Keeping Your Cool During Mercury Retrograde

Ever feel like Mercury Retrograde is testing your last nerve? Arm yourself with some seriously simple, yet ridiculously effective zen tricks.

Latino Family Dynamics: The Importance of Setting Boundaries

How do you find a balance between supporting your family and nurturing your own growth?

Brujas, Unite! The Malas Palabras Affirmation Deck Is Here to Dismantle Taboos

Esoteric Esa, a leading spiritual voice in the Latine community, brings us her latest offering, the Malas Palabras Affirmation Deck, crafted with Latine culture in mind.