Samantha Sophia (Raising Self)
Trauma‑informed parent coach; intentional parenting, family culture, and relationships.
Practical Ways to Support a Friend During Chemo
I have a friend whose sister was diagnosed with cancer and just started chemo. I want to support them as a friend better and more, can folks recommend what I can do? I've asked but I think they don't really know. This has all been a shock and she just started chemo like a week ago. I don’t want to create additional emotional and intellectual labor for them so I am trying to develop a list of options.
Searching for Hallmark’s Final Season After Netflix Start
Just found out they are airing the 4th and final season of Hallmark’s No Way Home and now I’m trying to figure out how to watch it. I started watching it on Netflix in the fall, but I don’t know...
Streaming Fragmentation Forces Viewers to Juggle Platforms
My daughter was looking to watch random episodes her favorite animes and had to google where to watch each show and jump between like five different streaming services on our TV and she said “I wish I could watch everything...
AI Reliance Erodes Critical Thinking and Problem‑solving Skills
New research suggests that reliance on Al assistants can have a negative impact on people's ability to think and problem solve. Forcing students and skilled workers to use AI for their work is so diabolical on all fronts.
Tuscan Chicken Wins Over Family with Fresh Flavors
What is something you made for dinner recently that you (and your family/friends) loved. I made Tuscan Chicken with Sun-dried tomatoes, spinach and freshly grated parmesan. My husband and kids acted brand new for this dish.
Make Mom Feel Seen, Not Invisible, This Mother’s Day
What's the worst thing about being a Mom? Being invisible to your loved ones. A gentle reminder that Mother's Day is a week away and while appreciating the mothers in our community should be a consistent intentional act, make sure the...
Seeking Joyful Stories, Parenting Talk, and Nerdy Insights
Dear algo show me more joy, amazing personal stories, parenting conversations, parents preparing their kids for adulthood, and nerdy stuff.
Black SoCal Must Watch Fremont Ave's Powerful Narrative
If you are black in Southern California, specifically Orange County, RUN to see Fremont Ave @southcoastrep. This is optimized for the Black gaze. Fremont Ave is so funny, endearing, emotionally charged, evocative, and well-written. It took my breath away. The actors...
Set Boundaries, Sprinkle Joy to Curb Perfectionism
Navigating perfectionism… The other night my kid was melting down about a school paper. She only wants an A. She felt overwhelmed and was stressing herself out. She is the oldest. Her 14-year-old brother came to me and said his older...
UK MPs Slam Palantir Manifesto as Narcissistic Supervillain Rant
A "disturbing, narcissistic rant" and the "ramblings of a supervillain" - this is how the US spy tech company Palantir's manifesto has been described by UK MPs.
Dad Shows Sons How to Spot and Share Household Tasks
How this Dad intentionally teaches his Boys how to notice things around the house and proactively help carry the domestic load of everyday life.
Sibling Support Fuels Young Author's Creative Journey
My 16-year-old daughter has been writing a fantasy book series since she was like 13. The other night her and her brother (14) decided to act out excerpts and reminisce about her characters and their lore. My heart was so full...
Justice Must See Women as Victims, Not Perpetrators
We need to talk about survivor justice laws and why the criminal justice system is seemingly incapable of perceiving a woman not just as a perpetrator who must be punished but as a victim deserving of mercy.
13‑Month‑Old Mimics Family Curses Without Hearing One
A classic moment often referenced in our family jokes. 13 months old and none of us curse and yet there he is cursing us out like he been here before.
Automatic Draft Registration Begins This December
The federal government plans to start automatic registration for the U.S. military draft in December.