by samfrida | Jan 12, 2025 | Blog
As wildfires rage in Los Angeles, comparisons to Gaza and Lahaina flood conversations. Anger rises, debates ignite, and narratives clash. But let’s pause for a moment. Whether sparked by nature or conflict, the outcome is the same: suffering. Human beings—rich or...
by samfrida | Jan 12, 2025 | Blog
Narratives are powerful. They shape how we see the world—and ourselves. But here’s the truth: sometimes, the stories we tell are shields. Shields we craft, unconsciously or intentionally, to avoid pain, face our mistakes, or confront our demons. I’ve learned this from...
by samfrida | Jan 12, 2025 | Blog
There’s a new word that caught my attention today: LifeQuake. It describes those significant, unexpected moments that shake the foundation of your life, leaving you feeling devastated, overwhelmed, or completely disoriented. The term immediately resonated with me...
by samfrida | Jan 11, 2025 | Blog
This beautiful portrait of Koa and Kai was a Christmas gift, but their presence in my life has been a gift far beyond anything material. Though they are not mine, as their “auntie and godmother” they’ve opened my heart in a way I never expected. They’ve shown me a...
by samfrida | Jan 11, 2025 | Blog
Trauma survivors often overshare, not because they want attention, but because they crave understanding. They long for a connection that makes their pain feel seen, heard, and validated. It’s a heartbreaking cycle—one fueled by the desire to believe in the goodness of...
