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...
by samfrida | Jan 10, 2025 | Blog
We are the paradox. The thinker and the thought, the seeker and the secret we wish to uncover. In our relentless pursuit of understanding, we often feel lost in questions that have no final answer. Yet, this is where the beauty lies: the journey itself. Life isn’t...
by samfrida | Jan 9, 2025 | Blog
Having spent 24 years in the domain name industry, I’ve seen and experienced it all. I’m sharing this now because I’ve left the industry, and stepping away has given me a clearer perspective on something I could never quite reconcile: the sheer lack of basic...