Caretaking Practice for July: Sanctuary
In the month of July, let's focus on creating an opportunity every day for fun, relaxing, restorative activities.
Sylvia Trein
Sylvia Trein is a freelance writer and editor based in Fort Lauderdale. A graduate of the University of Miami, she has worked in education, nonprofit, and corporate domains, where her favorite roles were English teacher, editor, and development writer. Originally from Brazil, she lived in six countries by the age of 13, leading to a lifelong passion for multiculturalism and an interest in global politics. Her other interests span subjects from behavioral psychology to sustainable consumer products, from moral philosophy to food.
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