Cycle Breaker and Change Maker with Renata Ortega

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I am a survivor of abuse and critical illness who has figured out how to break free from multiple negative generational cycles that were ruining my life. I am committed to making positive impactful and attainable positive changes for generations to come. As a result of years of personal experience, research and therapy; I have been able to create tools and simplified concepts to help break down the barriers of negative cycles in order to create meaningful lasting changes.

Now, I am going to share my knowledge with you. I look forward to helping you on your cycle breaking and change making journey, you will find nothing more rewarding than this.

Warmly,

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Oct 03 2024 8 mins

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Jul 26 2024 9 mins

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Jul 19 2024 9 mins

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