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    REDUCE YOUR BRAIN’S BLIND SPOTS: How cognitive training enhances self-awareness

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Laura Vazquez Santos
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Laura Vazquez Santos is a busy mom, freelance writer and legal professional, currently navigating the challenges of working, parenting and finding time for faith and mindfulness in our bustling world. With online publishing experience in legal content, parenting and faith-based mindfulness, she also delights in sharing strategies for overworked parents who simply need a break and connecting with others through her writing! When not working or writing, Laura is chasing after her two energetic young children. She's thrilled to engage with others and be part of a forum where we can share our stories and find a sense of belonging. Connect with Laura on LinkedIn, Instagram or through her business at www.lvlegaladmin.com.
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AI VS. PERSONHOOD: The quiet temptation to abdicate our humanity

Laura Vazquez Santos·December 29, 2025
This question has been lingering with me for some time now, hovering at the edges of my work and prayer....
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FAITH THROUGH ADVERSITY: When fear says stop, faith says keep going

Laura Vazquez Santos·November 27, 2025
Life has a way of testing the foundations we think are solid. One month you’re moving steadily through your plans,...
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THE PROBLEM OF POLARIZATION: Raising children in an age of division

Laura Vazquez Santos·September 18, 2025
Something has shifted in our culture. The change is so eerily present, it’s palpable. You can feel it while scrolling...
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Annoyed couple using cell phones - The Middle Ground: How to Avoid Oversharing on Social Media

TO SHARE OR NOT TO SHARE: Marriage, social media and the sacred middle ground

Laura Vazquez Santos·August 28, 2025
Not so long ago, marriage struggles were often tucked neatly behind closed doors, and in some cultures, this is still...
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HOPE AND FAITH: How to parent when the world feels like it’s burning

Laura Vazquez Santos·July 3, 2025
There is a particular kind of ache that settles in the heart of a parent these days. It’s the quiet...
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SELF-REINVENTION AFTER MOTHERHOOD: A journey of conscious becoming

Laura Vazquez Santos·May 26, 2025
“We do not simply give birth to a child. We give birth to new versions of ourselves.” – Dr. Shefali...
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LET GO AND LET GOD: A Mother’s Day reflection on mindfulness, faith and grace

Laura Vazquez Santos·May 14, 2025
The morning sun filters through the blinds, casting golden patterns on the living room floor. My five-year-old, still in pajamas,...
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THE SILENT STORM: Postpartum struggles, social media and finding my way back

Laura Vazquez Santos·April 28, 2025
You never quite forget the moment your world changes with the birth of your child. There’s beauty in it—raw, visceral...
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Businesswoman pushing baby carriage while talking on cell phone - 9 to 5 Job or Stay-at Home Mom? True Feminism's About Choice

THE UNFILTERED TRUTH: Juggling motherhood, career and societal expectations

Laura Vazquez Santos·April 29, 2024
In the chaotic dance of modern life, women are often expected to pirouette seamlessly between two conflicting realms: their motherhood...
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THERAPEUTIC ACCEPTANCE: A journey of healing, faith and self-discovery

Laura Vazquez Santos·February 5, 2024
Life often presents us with challenges that demand a profound level of acceptance—the kind that requires us to navigate through...
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SOLO STRENGTH: A parent’s guide to navigating the holidays when you don’t have a village

Laura Vazquez Santos·December 23, 2023
The holiday season is upon us, and for many parents, the festivities bring a mix of joy, excitement and perhaps...
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THE POST-COVID REMOTE WORK ERA: 6 strategies for mental well-being

Laura Vazquez Santos·December 4, 2023
I believe I can confidently state that we were all affected in various ways by everything that the 2019 pandemic...
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MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES Battling depression during pregnancy and HG2

MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES: Battling HG and depression during pregnancy

Laura Vazquez Santos·June 16, 2019
When I was first diagnosed with depression, it took a lot of self-acceptance and external support for me to grasp...
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