Leslie Laurence Title: Contributor and author Education: Columbia University, M.S. in Journalism, Florida State University, B.A. in English Expertise: NYC Usui Reiki Master and Lightworker Leslie Laurence is a writer, editor, communications professional, and former magazine journalist with extensive experience developing content across a range of mediums—including speeches, talking points, op-eds, press statements, audio/video scripts, blogs, marketing campaigns, publications, and feature articles.Leslie is the Editorial Director and Chief Speechwriter for the NYC Department of Education Communications Office. Prior to that, Leslie was Senior Editor and Speechwriter for the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Bureau of Communications. Leslie was also Contributing Editor at Ladies’ Home Journal for 5 years, former Senior Writer for SELF Magazine, former Senior Writer for Conde Nast Traveler, and a Reporter at Money Magazine for 5 years.Leslie co-authored Outrageous Practices: The Alarming Truth About How Medicine Mistreats Women (Ballantine Books) with Beth Weinhouse.Leslie attended Florida State University where she earned her bachelor’s degree in English. Leslie attended Columbia University for graduate school where she earned her master’s degree in Journalism. About Shape Shape is an award-winning digital fitness, wellness, and beauty destination that offers inclusive, trusted, and empowering expert-led guidance and advice for anyone at any point in their wellness journey. Our library of more than 11,000 stories reaches more than 7 million readers monthly who want to prioritize their health, have fun, and lead an active lifestyle while also cutting through the noise of quick fixes and unvetted fads.