Buena Vida Newsletter

🌺 April 2026 🌺

Hello Friends!!

Spring is here. Everything is growing, stretching, blossoming…defrosting. And me? I’m tired.

Life has been full — work, responsibilities, keeping things moving — and, the weight of everything happening in the world lately has been heavy, too. It’s been one of those seasons where you’re doing a lot… but not always pausing to feel it.

And then the other morning, I’m sitting there with my coffee, half awake, half in my head… and my husband just casually says, “I need a vacation.”

And I swear — it hit me like a lightning bolt. Vacation. Rest. A break.

HOW did I forget about that?

Like…really…how did I forget? Miss Buena Vida herself! 😅

But there I was — so caught up in doing life that I completely skipped over something I actually believe in deeply: slowing down, changing scenery, giving your nervous system a chance to breathe.

Giving myself grace because - it happens to the best of us! I caught it and am doing something about it. :)

So this month, that’s our focus: Prioritizing Rest & Relaxation.

And before anyone says it — I hear you. “Who has the time?” “Who has the money?”

I get it. Truly. But stay with me for a second…

Changing your scenery doesn’t have to mean booking a flight (although… Fiji is on my list 🌴). It can be a simple thing, because you don’t need to earn rest. You just need to remember it.

Read on for more…

Abrazos,
♥️ Laura

What’s New

🎙️ Get Comfy Season Finale Energyyyy 🤩

We made it to the end of the season, 14 episodes!! And plot twist…I’m wrapping up the podcast (for now) 💖💖💖💖

So of course, the final episode is Get Comfy with the End of a Season … because I had to practice what I preach. Go give it a listen! 😁

Thank you for your support throughout this series—your listens, your shares, your love… I’ve felt it all. Truly. 🙏🏽❣️

👉🏽 PS. This chapter is closing… but I’ve already begun the next one 😊 Stay tuned… more from Coach Laura is on the way! 🙌🏽🥳

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Buena Vida Tips

Get Comfy with Taking a Break.

This month, we’re centering rest and relaxation. Not because life is calm or there’s extra time—but because so many of us wait until burnout to believe we’ve earned a break.

So let me offer a different idea: Rest doesn’t have to be big, expensive, or perfectly planned. It can be simple. It can fit into the life you already have. No plane ticket required. No PTO necessary. Just a little intention.

Here are four ways to get started ⬇️

1️⃣ Take It Outside

A little sun, fresh air, and a change of scenery can do more for your nervous system than you might expect. You don’t need to overthink it. Do a walk & talk around the block, or let the sun hit your skin even for a few minutes. Let it be easy.

Why it matters: time outside helps regulate your body—lowering stress, shifting your mood, and bringing you back to yourself. It’s simple, and it works.

2️⃣ Block Off Nothing Time

Create a pocket of time with no agenda. No productivity. No expectations. Even a couple of hours where nothing is required of you can be enough to reset. Resist the urge to fill it—let it stay open.

Why it matters: unstructured time allows your nervous system to settle and your mind to breathe. This is where clarity, calm, and creativity tend to return.👀

3️⃣ Make Home Feel Different

Stay right where you are—but change the vibe. A different room, softer lighting, music instead of silence, a blanket on the floor instead of the couch. Create a “resting nook.” Small shifts, big impact.

Why it matters: small moments of novelty can help your nervous system feel more open and refreshed. You don’t have to go far to reset.

4️⃣ Plan a Mini Escape… or Go Big

A mini escape can be an hour… or a whole trip. Both count. Grab a coffee somewhere new, plan a picnic, wander a new neighborhood—or open your notes app and start mapping out that vacation you keep thinking about.

Why it matters: even the anticipation of a break can lift your mood and ease stress. Your body starts to relax before you even go, reducing mental fatigue and creating space for new energy.

Let it feel light, not like another thing to manage. The point is not how much it costs or where. The point is choosing to give yourself permission to pause.

That’s Buena Vida. 💝

Current Offerings

🎙️Get Comfy Podcast is officially complete! 🥳😊🤩💖💃🏽😇

All episodes are out—go explore, revisit your favorites, or start from the beginning. 🙌🏽😉

Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Youtube, and all other platforms links can be found here. 🎧🎙️🔥

🏋🏽‍♀️ Private 1:1 Coaching 🏋🏽‍♀️

Some changes to my coaching packages are on the way. 👀 If you’re curious or feeling called, hit reply or book a chat. 🚀

Take Action

Taking Action…can mean a lot of things.

For me, taking action means moving with intention. Being thoughtful about what I support. Staying aware of what’s happening around me. And choosing in ways that actually reflect my values. I care deeply about breaking cycles that limit Latinas—and making choices that create more freedom, not less.

And here’s the thing: this isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being present.

And before this starts to feel overwhelming—pause. Trust “good enough” awareness. You’re not here to get everything right—you’re here to become more intentional.

If something doesn’t sit right, check in with yourself. You get to decide what action, if any, feels right for you.

You don’t have to carry the weight of every system. You don’t have to do this perfectly.

This is about showing up in small, intentional ways that feel true to you. And if you want a place to start, here are a few ways I like to take action:

💸 Shop Small, On Purpose. Support Latina-owned and Black-owned businesses.

📣 Know Your Rights (and Share Them) Information is power—and sharing is caring.

✊🏽 Go a Little Deeper (If You Feel Called) If you’re ready to engage more, these are powerful places to start:

Start small.
Support what matters.
That’s how we build something better. 💛

Love you. Support you. Here for you.

♥️ Laura

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