SAM Frida
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Navigating Life’s Rough Seas: We Can’t Run Away From Our Demons
Life often feels like we’re steering a ship on an endless sea, where lurking beneath the deck are demons representing our deepest fears, regrets, and negative thoughts. These demons can be terrifying, but as the metaphorical story "Demons on the Boat" by Russ Harris...
The Duality of Strength and Softness
Strength is often celebrated, especially in a society that values resilience and the ability to endure hardships. The quote by Zandashé L’orelia Brown encapsulates an often overlooked perspective on this celebration of strength. For many, being strong is not a choice...
Rethinking the Sales Process in Data Solutions
Having spent a significant part of my career in sales, particularly in selling data solutions, I've come to realize that the conventional sales approach is fundamentally flawed when it comes to data. Working for a company that developed data solutions, I noticed an...
Understanding Trauma: Insights from “The Body Keeps the Score”
Trauma is a heavy burden to carry, affecting not just our minds but our bodies as well. For anyone on a journey towards greater self-awareness and understanding, Bessel van der Kolk's book "The Body Keeps the Score" is a beacon of hope and insight. The Profound...
The Hidden Danger of Covert Narcissism
When we think of narcissism, we often imagine grandiose personalities who dominate the spotlight, like certain public figures. However, there's a subtler, more insidious form known as covert narcissism. This type of narcissism is harder to detect because it’s hidden...
Breaking the Mask: Triumph Over the Covert Narcissist
In shadows deep, they wear a mask so grand,A covert narcissist, with an artful hand.They weave their tales of grandeur, cloaked in lies,A façade of perfection beneath dark skies. Their ego, vast as oceans, seeks to consume,Reflecting a false light in every...
Embracing Fear and Honesty: A Journey to Self-Truth
"It's okay to be afraid. How would you become courageous if fear weren't present, too? Tell your Self the truth. Get honest, feel that fear, and get moving." — J. Mike Fields The Challenge of Self-Honesty Being honest with ourselves is one of the most challenging...
Breaking the Mold: Embracing Uniqueness in a Conformist World
In the hustle and bustle of daily life, we often find ourselves pressured to fit into predefined molds, much like the star in the image attempting to squeeze into a square hole. This poignant illustration captures a fundamental struggle many of us face: the conflict...
The Desensitization of Society: A Systemic Issue
In an age dominated by instant news and constant connectivity, it is both surprising and disheartening to witness the widespread desensitization of society. Tragic events that once would have evoked a deep emotional response now seem to barely register with many...