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Mixed Girl: My Journey to Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, and Mindful Parenting (3 books)

A Journey of Identity, Healing, and Empowered Parenting

At the crossroads of race, culture, and self-discovery, the Mixed Girl Series is an unfiltered exploration of resilience, emotional intelligence, and mindful parenting. Author Victoria Cortez shares her deeply personal journey of growing up mixed-race, navigating the complexities of identity, addiction, and self-worth, and ultimately finding healing through love, motherhood, and self-acceptance.

This powerful series blends memoir, self-help, and parenting guidance, offering raw storytelling alongside practical wisdom for raising emotionally strong, confident, and mindful children. Through her experiences, Cortez reveals how embracing our past, breaking generational cycles, and prioritizing emotional well-being can transform not only ourselves but the way we nurture the next generation.

Perfect for readers seeking honest narratives on identity, trauma, healing, and intentional parenting, the Mixed Girl Series serves as a beacon of hope—proving that from struggle comes strength, and from self-discovery, a new legacy begins.

Books in the Series:
📖 Mixed Girl: How She Got So Weird – A raw and poetic memoir of identity, resilience, and self-acceptance.
📖 Mixed Girl: My Journey to Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, and Mindful Parenting – A blend of personal reflections and parenting strategies for raising confident, emotionally intelligent children.

For anyone who has ever felt like they didn’t belong—this series is your invitation to embrace your story, your strength, and your own unique path.

Mixed Girl: My Journey to Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, and Mindful Parenting is Victoria Cortez’s no-nonsense memoir-turned-field-guide, tracing her trek from a childhood spent straddling racial lines to the hard-won calm of claiming every corner of her identity. With the candor of a late-night kitchen confession and the precision of a therapist’s worksheet, Cortez unpacks family secrets, addiction fallout, and a society that keeps insisting she “choose a side,” then lays out practical ways to break toxic cycles through self-acceptance, emotional intelligence, and mindful parenting. Think the raw honesty of Educated, the rallying cry of Untamed, and the cultural clarity of I’m Still Here—but with a toolbox you can actually wield. The result is equal parts gripping narrative and actionable map, perfect for mothers, daughters, and anyone who’s tired of feeling like an unfinished sentence in their own life story.

Elva The Brave Swimmer: A story of courage, fun and a little sting!

An inspiring and heartwarming picture book about courage, trying new things, and overcoming fears!

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Mixed Girl: My Journey to Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, and Mindful Parenting is Victoria Cortez’s no-nonsense memoir-turned-field-guide, tracing her trek from a childhood spent straddling racial lines to the hard-won calm of claiming every corner of her identity. With the candor of a late-night kitchen confession and the precision of a therapist’s worksheet, Cortez unpacks family secrets, addiction fallout, and a society that keeps insisting she “choose a side,” then lays out practical ways to break toxic cycles through self-acceptance, emotional intelligence, and mindful parenting. Think the raw honesty of Educated, the rallying cry of Untamed, and the cultural clarity of I’m Still Here—but with a toolbox you can actually wield. The result is equal parts gripping narrative and actionable map, perfect for mothers, daughters, and anyone who’s tired of feeling like an unfinished sentence in their own life story.

Elva The Brave Swimmer: A story of courage, fun and a little sting!

An inspiring and heartwarming picture book about courage, trying new things, and overcoming fears!

Read More
In "Mixed Girl: How She Got So Weird," Victoria Cortez invites you on an intimate journey through her life, exploring the complexities of identity, belonging, and the search for self-acceptance. Growing up as a mixed-race child in a predominantly Hispanic community, Victoria navigates the challenges of feeling like an outsider, never quite fitting into any one box.

Through raw and honest prose, Victoria recounts her struggles with addiction, unhealthy relationships, and the lingering effects of childhood insecurities. She shares her experiences with vulnerability and courage, inviting the reader to witness her path to self-discovery and healing.

From the chaotic streets of her youth to the stark reality of prison life, Victoria's story is one of resilience, determination, and the enduring power of love. She explores the transformative power of motherhood, the importance of forgiveness, and the freedom that comes from embracing one's true identity.

"Mixed Girl: How She Got So Weird" is a testament to the strength of the human spirit, a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope. It is a story that will resonate with anyone who has ever felt lost, alone, or misunderstood, offering a message of healing, acceptance, and the courage to embrace your own unique path.

Elva The Brave Swimmer: A story of courage, fun and a little sting!

An inspiring and heartwarming picture book about courage, trying new things, and overcoming fears!

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