Erika De La Cruz is an author, speaker and the founder of Passion to Paycheck, a digital community that promotes optimism, self-love and entrepreneurship through workshops and access to tools. A first-generation Mexican American, De La Cruz is also an advocate for Latinx culture in media and fashion, and the author of the bestselling personal development book, Passionistas: Tips, Tales And Tweetables From Women Pursuing Their Dreams. 
 
Here, De La Cruz shares a short exercise via Instagram to help you remain positive, be kind to yourself, and stay focused on your goals. ‘The definition of miracles lies within your ability to be optimistic,’ she says. 
 
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