SAM Frida
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The Weight of Silence
“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” These words are a call to action—a reminder of the responsibility we all share in shaping a just world for future generations. If you’re a parent, you’ve likely thought about the world your...
The Substance of Being Yourself
In The Substance, Demi Moore delivers a stunning performance that reminds us of a timeless truth: abandoning who we are to fit someone else’s narrative is never sustainable. The movie’s message resonates deeply—not just with individuals chasing dreams in the...
Acknowledging the Weight of Family Narratives
Living within a family system often means upholding generations of traditions, expectations, and unspoken rules. For many, especially in cultures where conformity is valued, the weight of family secrets and the pressure to maintain a facade can feel suffocating....
The Power of Small Wins
When was the last time you celebrated a small win? Not the big milestones or grand victories, but those quiet moments of progress that often go unnoticed—the times when you handled a situation better than you did last year, said no when you always said yes, or...
Emancipation from Mental Slavery
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The Power of Truth: A Parent’s Gift to Their Child
Parents often craft narratives to protect their children or shield themselves from vulnerability. These stories sometimes project an image of perfection, creating a seemingly safe foundation but one that might not be entirely truthful. While such intentions rarely...
Coping or Living?
Do you ever stop and ask yourself if you’re truly living—or just surviving? Many of us fall into routines that mimic living, yet we accept disrespect, minimize our needs, and tell ourselves it’s understanding or compromise. But is it? Healing, for me, is a process of...
From Naivety to Strength: A Journey of Transformation
There’s something incredibly poignant about this idea: “Empaths walk two phases: naive innocence and fortified strength.” It struck me deeply when I came across it because it perfectly encapsulates a journey that many of us have endured but rarely discuss openly. It...
Facing Triggers: The Journey from Avoidance to Awareness
For a long time, I thought avoiding triggers was part of healing. I’d identify situations or people that might stir painful emotions and steer clear of them. In many ways, this approach did help—it gave me space to breathe, to feel safe, and to process. But I’ve come...