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How to Know If You’re an Empath
How to Know If You’re an Empath
What it means to be sensitive in a world that doesn’t always understand.
Samantha Blake
Jan 4, 2023
My Friends Wear Makeup to the Beach “Just in Case”
My Friends Wear Makeup to the Beach “Just in Case”
I wish they didn’t feel like they had to look perfect all the time.
Samantha Blake
Jun 15, 2021
Why Sarah Everard’s Murder Is a Powerful Wakeup Call for All of Us
Why Sarah Everard’s Murder Is a Powerful Wakeup Call for All of Us
Women are sharing their stories, and men need to pay attention.
Samantha Blake
Mar 20, 2021
Ladies, Here’s Why Your Goal Should Not Be Confidence
Ladies, Here’s Why Your Goal Should Not Be Confidence
First, believe in your ability to try.
Samantha Blake
Sep 12, 2021
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Here’s a Great Example of Another Rich White Guy Who Can’t Stand to Be Ignored
Here’s a Great Example of Another Rich White Guy Who Can’t Stand to Be Ignored
Being an entitled jerk will not make everyone cater to you.
Samantha Blake
Jul 10, 2021
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Far From Innocence
Far From Innocence
A poem about striving to see one another as fellow humans.
Samantha Blake
Oct 28, 2021
She Is the Woman I Want to Be When I Grow Old
She Is the Woman I Want to Be When I Grow Old
Wise enough to know what brought me here, and fierce enough to press on unafraid.
Samantha Blake
Sep 28, 2021
We Can (And Should) All Learn From Harsh Realities
We Can (And Should) All Learn From Harsh Realities
How a ten-year-old’s outlook makes me grateful for my life.
Samantha Blake
Jul 26, 2021
When Life Seems Dark, Hold On to Your Magical Moments
When Life Seems Dark, Hold On to Your Magical Moments
There’s still beauty out there; we just need to remember it.
Samantha Blake
Dec 10, 2020
I grew up with a rocking lion.
I grew up with a rocking lion.
When I was little, I never had a rocking horse. My parents had gotten us something better — a lion.
Samantha Blake
Dec 5, 2020
3 Valuable Reminders From the Chaos of 2020
3 Valuable Reminders From the Chaos of 2020
In the face of change, this year has taught us to consider what’s really important.
Samantha Blake
Nov 9, 2020
Why You Should Write About Pain and Pleasure
Why You Should Write About Pain and Pleasure
Injustice, mental health, sex — some things need to be talked about, and the greatest power is in emotion.
Samantha Blake
Oct 24, 2020
Everything Changes When You Trust the Right Person
Everything Changes When You Trust the Right Person
You start wanting to share your whole life.
Samantha Blake
Oct 18, 2020
If You’re Stressed, Stop Looking at Your Goals
If You’re Stressed, Stop Looking at Your Goals
And focus on what you can control right now instead.
Samantha Blake
Oct 13, 2020
Don’t Be That Friend Who Always Says “Just Be Positive!”
Don’t Be That Friend Who Always Says “Just Be Positive!”
It’s a lot more toxic than you think.
Samantha Blake
Sep 19, 2020
3 Reasons You Should Stop Disrespecting Your Waitress
3 Reasons You Should Stop Disrespecting Your Waitress
And no, it’s not just about spitting in your food.
Samantha Blake
Aug 17, 2020
Why You Should Stop Being Afraid of Negative Emotions
Why You Should Stop Being Afraid of Negative Emotions
To feel is to be human.
Samantha Blake
Aug 15, 2020
Here’s What Happens When We Talk About Sex
Here’s What Happens When We Talk About Sex
Sexuality is part of being human, too.
Samantha Blake
Aug 6, 2020
I Lied About How I Handled My Workplace Sexual Harassment
I Lied About How I Handled My Workplace Sexual Harassment
Here’s why I did, and why I wish I hadn’t.
Samantha Blake
Aug 3, 2020
Why Some Women Cry After Sex
Why Some Women Cry After Sex
If you’re feeling emotional in the throes of passion, you may not be alone.
Samantha Blake
Jul 16, 2020
I Quit My Job Right Before COVID-19 Happened — Here’s What I Learned
I Quit My Job Right Before COVID-19 Happened — Here’s What I Learned
It turns out it might have been both the worst and the best timing ever.
Samantha Blake
Jul 11, 2020
I’ve Known He Was Racist Since I Knew What Racism Was
I’ve Known He Was Racist Since I Knew What Racism Was
How to keep loving a grandfather who doesn’t understand.
Samantha Blake
Jun 17, 2020
Rachel Hollis Was My Hero — Until I Realized the Truth About Her Empire
Rachel Hollis Was My Hero — Until I Realized the Truth About Her Empire
What I learned from my misguided hero worship.
Samantha Blake
Jun 16, 2020
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