Author: Lorena Leonard

Resilience workshop for Latinas in Tech

Latinas in Tech

I led a workshop on building resilience for the non-profit Latinas in Tech. The excerpt below was taken directly from the Latinas in Tech website. Latinas in Tech…

Interview with Suitcase Stories

“Suitcase Stories” Interview

After participating in various Suitcase Stories events I was interviews by the program’s Director. The excerpt below was taken directly from the International Institute of New England’s Youtube…

Thrive Global interview

Thrive Global Interview

I was interviewed by Thrive Global on the topic of mental health. The interview below is exactly as what was published on the Thrive Global website. “Practicing Mindfulness.”…

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Salsipuedes: Leave If You Can

Corporeal KHÔRA February 2022 | Issue 13 I remember the day I left Colombia remarkably well. It was May 5, 1989. A Friday. I was twelve years old,…

Storytelling love for Fugitive Stories

Storytelling As Therapy

With the #GrittyGirl journey I’ve been more inclined to share my story beyond this blog. I recently ventured onto a stage to tell one of my stories to…

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Boston Marathon Bombing

This year marked the 123rd Boston Marathon where over 32,000 runners tested their strength of body and mind as they sped past hundreds of thousands of spectators. “Boston.…

Tips For Reducing Anxiety

In the U.S. over 18% of adults and more than 25% of children suffer from anxiety disorders; that’s according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. Fortunately,…

Navidad and the Struggle of Having Too Much

Leading up to Black Friday I started the annual holiday shopping extravaganza from the comfort of my home. This gift-giving frenzy took weeks to accomplish –writing letters to…