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Buena Vida NewsletterSeptember 2025
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Hi Buena Vida Fam, September is here — and with it, all the September things. First and foremost, it’s my Birthday! 🎂🥳 My first without my Mom…so joy and grief are sharing space. I’m holding it all with love.💖 And just like me, September carries both sweetness and change — we’ve said goodbye to the summer, leaves are beginning to turn, routines are shifting, and the end of the year feels just around the corner. Normally, I’d talk about harnessing the momentum of summer…but this time around, I’m leaning into a quieter kind of strength: Remaining Still + Chill + OK. Between the season change, the heaviness of the world, and just general life/work stuff — I’ve been humbled again and again by the need to pause. The lesson? I don’t have to force my way through everything. Sometimes the boldest move is to pause. To breathe. To be still. To remember: I’m OK, right here, right now. So this month I’m bringing you tools for grounding — little ways to steady yourself when life feels a little cray cray. My hope? That in the middle of the noise, you feel OK too. Abrazos & High Fives, ♥️ Laura
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For a long time, my go-to phrase was: “Damn, this hurts like hell.” Anytime my body ached, flared up, or reminded me of its limits, that was the first thing out of my mouth. And honestly? It wasn’t |
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🌿 Remaining Still + Chill + OKThink of these tools as your September chill pills — simple tools to help you pause, chill the f out, and find ease in knowing that “OK” is more than enough.
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1️⃣ The 3-Minute Root Reset You’ve probably heard of the classic 5–4–3–2–1 grounding tool (5 things you see, 4 you feel, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, 1 you taste). It’s an anchor when your brain is spinning out. Here’s an even easier version for when things feel wobbly: Put both feet on the ground. Take three slow, deep breaths. Name one thing you can see, hear, and feel.
This tiny check-in is enough to remind your body you’re here, you’re steady, and you’re safe. |
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2️⃣ Ground With Nature Step outside barefoot, touch a tree, sit on the stoop, or even just crack a window and notice the air. Let your body connect to something steady, older, and wiser than your stress. Even a 30-second pause with the breeze on your face can help your nervous system settle. And if you can’t get outside — water a houseplant, hold a smooth stone or crystal, or place your hands on a wooden table. Anything that reconnects you with nature counts. |
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3️⃣ Redefine “Enough” Not every day needs to be an A+ performance. Some days, showing up at 60% — or even less — is more than enough. Ask yourself: "What’s the smallest step forward that feels doable right now?" Then…let that be enough. Give yourself that permission- maybe dinner is ordering pizza. Maybe your workout is a walk around the block. These still count. Showing up imperfectly is still showing up. |
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4️⃣ End-of-Day Release At night, try this simple sentence: “I did what I could today. Now I let go and release into rest.” This gentle ritual clears mental clutter, chills out any self-judgment, and gives your body permission to rest. Think of it as setting down a heavy bag you don’t need to carry into tomorrow — or at the very least, one you can set down for today. |
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Being OK doesn’t mean being rock solid all the time — it means letting yourself sway, pause, and find your steady again and again. That is strength. So if you’re feeling a little wobbly right now: that’s not failure, that’s being human. Let these tools be your reminder — even in the wobble, you’re doing enough. And never forget: you carry so much strength inside you. ❣️
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🏋🏽♀️ Private 1:1 Coaching 🏋🏽♀️ 2026 is around the corner 🤯 If you’ve been waiting for a sign to get support, here it is: I’m opening new coaching spots in the new year. Let’s connect and see if this is your time. 🚀 Hit me up! |
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Latina/e/x Owned Business Spotlight
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Zuly Negro is a bomb-ass DJ whose love for music and community shines in every set. From backyard birthdays to quinceañeras, weddings, graduations, baby showers, and corporate events, she’s all about curating a good time. Her mixes span decades and genres: 80s disco, funk, 90s–00s hip hop/R&B, salsa, merengue, cumbia, reggaetón, and rock en español — though her personal favorite is Afro-latin-house vibes. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 |
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If you need some dope music love for your next event, hit up Latina powerhouse DJ Zuly♡— she’ll have you and your guests dancing, smiling, and talking about your celebration long after the pachanga ends! |
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Side Note: I’ve known Zuly for a few years now, and she is such a lovely, bright, gorgeous human being. Sweet as can be, kind, funny, humble — and a true DO-ER! Seeing her do her music thang makes me so dang happy! I’m honored to call her a friend. So help me in celebrating, lifting, supporting, and sharing the work of the great DJ Zuly♡! |
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Please go show some love over on the gram: @__Zulybby or DJ Zuly Linktree
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📚 Take Action This Month: Support Schools in NeedBack-to-school season is here — and not every student has what they need to thrive. You can help by donating supplies like notebooks, pencils, or backpacks to your local school or PTA. Here are some trusted, national ways to give — no matter where you live: 📢 Can’t Donate Right Now? Spread the Word! Post on social media and share the links above. Forward this newsletter to a friend or colleague who may want to help. Mention it at work, family gatherings, or community groups — you never know who’s ready to give back.
💖 Remember: Whether you give supplies, share a link, or spread the word, you’re helping students and teachers feel supported and seen. |
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Every small act of kindness sends out ripples we can’t always see — but trust & believe, they matter. Keep showing up, keep giving love, and watch the good grow. 💞🌱
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Love you. Support you. Here for you. ♥️ Laura
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