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The Reality of Working in Food Service and Hospitality
Working in food service and hospitality is an experience like no other. It’s a fast-paced, demanding industry that requires resilience,...
John Valenzuela
Mar 142 min read
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The Brain on a Night in a Restaurant: A Love Story of Chaos and Cortisol
Welcome to the greatest show on Earth: Dinner Service . A place where time is irrelevant, physics don’t apply, and somehow you exist in a...
John Valenzuela
Mar 143 min read
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The Ripple Effects of the Los Angeles Fire: Displacement, Education, and Mental Health
When disaster strikes, the effects ripple far beyond the immediate damage. The recent Los Angeles fire has been no exception. While...
John Valenzuela
Jan 274 min read
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Understanding the Scarcity Mindset: Its Psychological Impact and How to Break Free
Recently, Jessica and I were providing group therapy services to a group of boys in Ventura, CA. It is part of our mission here at Nexus...
John Valenzuela
Nov 21, 20243 min read
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The Lens We See Through: How Our Perceptions Shape Our Relationships
In our journey of exploring relationships, one of the most profound concepts is understanding how the lens we see our partner through can...
John Valenzuela
Sep 25, 20244 min read
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Dreams and Memories
Dreams and memory are two fascinating aspects of human cognition that are intricately linked. Dreams are the products of the brain's...
John Valenzuela
Sep 10, 20242 min read
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Suicide Awareness Month: Understanding, Supporting, and Preventing
September marks Suicide Awareness Month , a time dedicated to raising awareness, breaking stigmas, and encouraging conversations about...
John Valenzuela
Sep 10, 20244 min read
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