SAM Frida

When I first heard Bob Marley’s music, I was drawn to the beat, the rhythm that could light up any moment. Back then, I was an unconscious wanderer, moving through life without much awareness. But as I’ve become more self-aware, I now see his music for what it truly...

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When I faced a second surgery for my terrible triad injury, my surgeon detailed every risk, his words laced with caution. It wasn’t him speaking—it was the system, safeguarding itself against lawsuits. I paused and asked: “As a human to another human, would you do...

Healing from trauma often unveils truths that are both liberating and deeply unsettling. As you awaken, you may start to recognize narcissistic tendencies even in those you love. This realization is not about judgment but about awareness—a tool for survival....

It’s easy to get self absorbed especially when we are in a time of where more people are frequently using the word “self” in their daily verbiage. If you pause, and imagine life as the person next to you, neighbor, colleague, or anyone else who has less of an...

The phrase “act your age” feels outdated to me. Having gone through my own journey, I’ve realized that age is just a number tied to our physical body. Our souls, however, are ageless. I can be playful, a kid at heart, but I also understand how trauma can leave parts...

Love is one of those emotions we all recognize but rarely take the time to truly understand. In this video I’m sharing, someone offers an insightful definition of what it means to be “in love,” and it makes total sense. It challenges many of the ideas we’ve been...

Lately, I’ve been reflecting on how we, as a society, process acts of violence and tragedy. Abby Phillip’s segment on CNN often inspires me to question my own assumptions and invites me to see things from perspectives I might have previously overlooked. This openness...

To those navigating an endless, painful journey, know this: every forward step, no matter how small, carries knowledge you cannot lose. Even when you stumble, you’re not back at square one—you’re further along with wisdom gained from the fall. It was a painful road...