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 Hi Natalia , so happy to have you on the platform and I think our readers are in for a treat because you’ve got such an interesting story and so much insight and wisdom. So, let’s start with a topic that is relevant to everyone, regardless of industry etc. What do you do for self-care and how has it impacted you?

NC - I think of self-care as a big garden filled with all of these different plants and their individual characteristics and unique needs. Think of humans as the garden. When you talk about self-care, humans just like plants have their own individual characteristics and unique needs. Such as the mind/mental, body, hunger, thirst, addiction, trauma, and sexuality directly affecting the wellness of the mind and body. Like a healthy root system everything is connected, constantly influencing each other. Positive self-care will promote enrichment in these areas. I like a balanced self-care. For me, a cup of tea and my favorite manga stimulates my mind, adds to my creative juices and it’s great for my gut health. Sometimes I just need to go on a drive and cruise LA at night. The wind, the view and a dope playlist and I feel like I can take over the world. Medication can also be a form of self-care, cooking yourself a meal, a hot bath, working out, learning a new skill, getting a haircut, going out on a hike by yourself. Whatever gives you a peace of mind.