SAM Frida

Unfiltered – ish

Life as a Mosaic: The Art of Personal Experiences

Life as a Mosaic: The Art of Personal Experiences

Imagine for a moment that your life is a grand mosaic, intricately pieced together from tiny, colorful fragments. Each fragment represents an experience, a moment lived, or a lesson learned. Together, they form the stunning artwork that is uniquely yours—no other...

Rethinking the Path: A Call for a Revolution in Education

Rethinking the Path: A Call for a Revolution in Education

Imagine a world where the end of high school is just the beginning. What if, instead of hurrying into college or careers, we first took time to explore life and ourselves? This isn't about delaying growth; it's about enriching it. Our education system, bound by...

Reflecting on the Interplay Between Perception and Knowledge

Reflecting on the Interplay Between Perception and Knowledge

The words of Jean Piaget, a renowned developmental psychologist, resonate deeply in the realms of education and cognitive psychology: "What we see changes what we know. What we know changes what we see." This profound statement encapsulates the dynamic relationship...

The Double-Edged Sword of Kindness

The Double-Edged Sword of Kindness

In the delicate balance of our emotional lives, kindness often emerges as a paradoxical force—a gentle hand that soothes but sometimes, unexpectedly, strikes back. Many of us tread a tenuous line, striving to embody benevolence and empathy in a world that doesn’t...

The Unyielding Fortress of Self-Worth

The Unyielding Fortress of Self-Worth

Beneath the ink of every line, a force,A wellspring deep where self worth holds its course.In words like shields, it's whispered through the air,Each letter a guardian, each phrase a care. "Your self worth is the antidote," it reads,To venom spit by failure's creeping...

Understanding Trauma: More Than Just Memories

Understanding Trauma: More Than Just Memories

Trauma, a complex and deeply personal experience, often lingers within us not merely as memories but as visceral reactions. Bessel Van Der Kolk, a preeminent thinker in the study of trauma, captures this succinctly: "Trauma comes back as a reaction, not as a memory."...

Rethinking Value: The Disparity in Pay for Essential Work

Rethinking Value: The Disparity in Pay for Essential Work

In our society, the compensation structure often doesn't reflect the profound impact of some professions. Teachers, who shape the minds of our youth and future leaders, often face inadequate pay. Why is this? It's not just about budget constraints; it's a reflection...

Breaking Free: Unmasking the Illusion of Freedom in Our System

Breaking Free: Unmasking the Illusion of Freedom in Our System

In today’s fast-paced world, we often find ourselves unwittingly ensnared in a system meticulously engineered to keep us dependent and docile. This is nowhere more evident than in our relationship with the pharmaceutical industry—a sector that epitomizes the challenge...

The Crisis of Unhealed Leaders in Democratic Systems

The Crisis of Unhealed Leaders in Democratic Systems

In the realms of democracy, where power and policy should reflect the collective will and welfare of the people, a troubling pattern has emerged—one that challenges the very core of democratic ideals. The issue is not merely political but deeply personal and...