Author name: W Luz

W. Luz is the voice behind Balanced Mind, a blog rooted in healing, faith, and emotional wellness. Writing from both lived experience and her professional background as a mental health provider, she empowers women navigating anxiety, grief, trauma recovery, spiritual growth, and the pursuit of peace. Publishing under the name W. Luz, a blend of privacy and purpose, she reminds readers that they’re not alone, healing is possible, and balance is deeply personal. Her blog, JustThrivingInLife.com, is a space for encouragement, education, and rising stronger.

The Truth About Imposter Syndrome (And Why It Shows Up When You’re Growing)

That Voice Again… “Who do you think you are?” Yesterday, while working my full-time job and juggling side hustles and […]

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5 Great Tools To Begin Your Daily Mindfulness Routine

Lets begin  So, you’re ready to bring more mindfulness into your life, but where do you start? Earlier this week

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What is Mindfulness? Discover Its Origins, Benefits, and How to Make It a Daily Habit

When I recommend mindfulness to my patients, I’m often met with puzzled looks or hesitant nods. Sometimes even a sarcastic

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5 Tips To Get The Body You Will Love This Summer

  Forget crash diets and unrealistic goals. This summer, let’s focus on building a body that feels strong, healthy, and

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Strong, Well, and Loved: A New Approach to Summer Bodies

What does summer body mean to you When the phrase “summer body” comes up, it’s easy to picture magazine covers

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The Truth About Self-Discipline: How It Affects Mental Health

As a mental health practitioner, I see people from all walks of life struggling with a wide variety of issues.

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5 Essential Tips For The ultimate Home SPa

This Week’s Feel-Good Finds: Spa Day at Home Taking care of your mental health isn’t just about what you process

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5 Amazing Gifts To Show Appreciation Your Childs Teachers

Teachers do more than educate, they nurture, protect, encourage, and inspire. As the school year winds down, it’s the perfect

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5 steps to start your new journey after life falls apart

Life has a funny way of throwing us off course. One moment, everything seemed to be going as planned. The

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Learn how to have a good friendship with intentionality

Recently, I attended a get-together with some friends and acquaintances. The conversation drifted to friendships specifically, those we don’t talk

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