Uncertainty, Fear and Regulation
In this moment of global uncertainty, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. This post offers a gentle guide to navigating fear and anxiety, rooted in cultural wisdom and trauma-informed care. We’ll explore validating our emotions, accepting uncertainty, and practical ways to regulate our nervous system. I’m sharing a free “Coloring with Uncertainty” book in English and Spanish—because our healing is collective. Together, we can find strength in our cultural resilience and create moments of calm amid the storm.
First Gen Compassion To-Say List
In this post, we’re unpacking the unique challenges of First Gen life—from imposter syndrome to the weight of our parents’ sacrifices. I’m sharing a compassionate “To-Say List” that honors our experiences and cultural strengths. Let’s explore how acceptance and self-compassion can transform our healing, moving beyond relentless to-do lists to embrace a gentler way of being. Together, we’ll learn to nurture ourselves with the same cariño we give to others, porque tu vales, exactly as you are.
DACA Mental Health Coping Guide
Dear DACA recipients, I want you to know that you’re not alone. There’s an entire group of community and people who are behind you, advocating for you, praying for you and fighting to change the laws that keep you in fear of your future. As a mental health professional, my heart is with you. I […]
Freebie: To-Do List with Compassionate Reminders
The To-Do List is an essential part of the organized person’s life. What is often left out of to-do lists though, is a reminder section for self-care, compassion and how to ask for help. Since the majority of the people I work with have a number of competing responsibilities, roles, and priorities, I created this […]
Coping with Unemployment During the Holidays
Dealing with unemployment and limited finances during the holidays can be stressful for many. Below, I’ve made a list of 10 ideas for coping that can help you and your families during this challenging time in your life. 1. Update Resume. You can use this time to update your resume, filling it details of the […]
Coping with a Loved One’s Terminal Illness
Watching a loved one suffer though a chronic, declining or terminal illness can be painfully intolerable. This very article and topic can be super triggering for some, so know that you can read a little bit at time, or at a pace that feels digestible for you. The first thing I want to help validate […]
10 Tips for Navigating the Pre-School Blues
Navigating the pre-school blues is a hot ticket topic at home currently. My little one (LO) just started pre-school and it’s triggered so many emotions and catastrophic thoughts for everyone in my family. My LO has been crying at drop off every day. “It was gutting” is what I said to my husband when he asked […]
Free download: Coping through an Emotional Crisis
by Sofia Mendoza, LCSW Coping through an emotional crisis can be incredibly tough. Here are some do’s and don’ts on coping that can help you get through it. Please note that these are ‘band-aid’ and temporary skills that one can use to get through the most difficult parts of a crisis. You are urged to […]
What to Say: It’s OK to not be OK
‘WHAT TO SAY’ Series: Recently mental health awareness efforts on social and public media have been growing exponentially. It makes me super happy that folks are talking about it from a public health perspective and making it’s way to people’s instagram, Facebook and Pinterest accounts and even music playlists as different artists are writing and […]
