Seraphina

Microaggressions Towards Black People We’re Tired Of Hearing

What is a microaggression and why is it so harmful? It can be a statement or action that is used to discriminate against someone from a marginalised group. In this case, we’ll focus on its impact towards the black community. It can be intentional or unintentional, but creates a hostile environment. Exposing prejudice and biasContinue reading “Microaggressions Towards Black People We’re Tired Of Hearing”

Why Communication is So Important in a Relationship

I’m sure you’ve been told this time after time that communication is vital in a healthy relationship. But what does that really mean? With good communication, relationships can quite easily develop into something strong and long-lasing. You want to share what’s important to you with someone you care about, letting them into your life. MovingContinue reading “Why Communication is So Important in a Relationship”

5 Common Traits of Toxic People

Common behavioural traits to look out for, identify and determine if someone in your life is toxic. I briefly mentioned in my last post, ‘Am I Good Enough‘ , that I will touch upon a few characteristics that make a person toxic. The type of person that you do not want involved in your life.Continue reading “5 Common Traits of Toxic People”

Am I Good Enough?

*Spoiler, yes you are!* Whether we’re questioning our relationships, career choices or whatever life throws at us, it can sometimes become overwhelming and affect our mental space. A lot of this worry stems from our thoughts. What we envision for ourselves may not be the reality we’re living in at the moment. Making us frustratedContinue reading “Am I Good Enough?”

The UK is (still) Not Innocent

A take on the current racial inequalities in this country and the reality of prejudice towards black people. Will racism ever be cancelled and police brutality cease to exist? When you think of all the protesting that took place in the last couple of months, the media presence created, the organisations and brands exposed forContinue reading “The UK is (still) Not Innocent”

Mental Instability of a Gen Z Black Girl

These past few months have been a journey. A mental journey. One of disbelief and anxiety. But through it all I still managed to find peace… somehow. As I reflect on these last few months, on 2020 as a whole, I look back at what this time has taught me. I know now that IContinue reading “Mental Instability of a Gen Z Black Girl”

Thoughts of a Sulky Black Girl pt 1

Hello and welcome to Words By Seraphina! I’ve been wanting to create this blog for a long time and what time is better than the present, right? So, who am I? I’m Seraphina, nice to meet you! A girl who studied Forensic Psychology for her undergraduate degree. Although apprehensive about her future once completing theContinue reading “Thoughts of a Sulky Black Girl pt 1”