Welcome to Raw Reflections
This is where the commentary gets sharp, the writing gets bold, and nothing is off-limits. Raw Reflections is more than a blog—it’s an ongoing conversation about law, identity, culture, power, and the personal truths we’re told to keep quiet.
Here, I unpack courtroom drama, critique pop culture, analyze the systems meant to protect us (but often don’t), and write through the chaos of being alive in a world that demands silence from the loudest hearts. From legal education to emotional storytelling, every post is crafted with clarity, depth, and purpose.
If you’re here for truth, for context, for the unfiltered version of what really matters—then you’re in the right place.
Why You Still Miss the Person Who Hurt You: The Psychology of Trauma Bonding
Why do we stay attached to people who hurt us? This blog breaks down the psychology of trauma bonding—what it is, how it forms, and why it’s so hard to leave even when you’re being mistreated. If you’ve ever felt stuck, confused, or addicted to a toxic cycle, this one’s for you.
When Your Beliefs and Behavior Don’t Match: The Psychology of Cognitive Dissonance
Cognitive dissonance is the mental discomfort we feel when our beliefs and behavior don’t match. In this post, I break down what it is, where it shows up in everyday life, and how we unconsciously lie to ourselves to avoid emotional conflict. Self-awareness starts here.
They Hate You Because They Hate Themselves: The Psychology of Projection
Ever been accused of something out of nowhere and thought, “Wait… that’s not even me”? That’s projection. In this piece, I break down what it is, why people do it, how to protect yourself from it—and how to recognize when you might be projecting too.
You’re Not Smart Just Because You’re Loud: The Psychology of the Dunning-Kruger Effect
The Dunning-Kruger effect explains why the loudest person in the room is often the least informed. In this blog, Trinity Barnette breaks down the psychology of unearned confidence — and why real intelligence usually comes with doubt.
I’m a Mystery Even to Myself Sometimes
Some days I feel electric. Other days I disappear into myself. I don’t always know which version of me is real — and I’m starting to accept that maybe all of them are.
VERDICT REACHED: Diddy Found Guilty on 2 Federal Counts — Denied Bail as Sentencing Looms
Sean “Diddy” Combs was found guilty of two federal counts related to prostitution and now faces up to 20 years in prison. Though acquitted of the more serious charges, a judge denied him bail as he awaits sentencing. Here’s what happened in court — and what comes next.
Still No Verdict on Racketeering: Jury in Diddy’s Trial Divided as Deliberations Stretch Into Day 3
Jurors in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal trial have agreed on four charges—but they’re at a standstill over the first and most serious: racketeering conspiracy. As deliberations stretch into a third day, the court is running out of options.
You Want My Body But Not My Voice? I’m Not Here to Please You Quietly
They want my body. They don’t want my voice.
They’ll watch the content, crave the curves, praise the pictures—then flinch the second I speak up.
But here’s the truth: I’m not here to be quiet. I’m not here to be polite. I’m not here to be yours.
This blog is for the women who have been looked at but never listened to.
For the ones who turned their image into power—and dared to keep their mouths open.
You Don’t Just Watch Power—You Get Seduced By It
I didn’t expect to get pulled in. But Power wasn’t just a show—it was a psychological trap. What started as a story about drugs and ambition turned into a deep dive on loyalty, control, betrayal, and the lies we tell to survive. Ghost didn’t just manipulate everyone around him—he manipulated me too. This blog is my reflection on the characters who seduced me, the decisions that wrecked me, and why I couldn’t stop watching even when I wanted to look away.
“We Own the Domestic Violence”: Inside the Defense’s Final Attempt to Rewrite the Narrative
The defense’s closing argument in the Diddy trial was jaw-dropping: they admitted the abuse, then tried to frame it as love. From calling Cassie and Diddy “swingers” to painting their violent relationship as a “modern love story,” here’s everything they argued—and how the prosecution fired back. Jury deliberation begins next week.
Day 29: Prosecutors Deliver Blistering Closing Argument—Diddy Accused of Leading a Criminal Enterprise
After six weeks of harrowing testimony, federal prosecutors took the floor Thursday with a sweeping, four-hour closing argument aimed at proving Sean “Diddy” Combs led a violent, manipulative criminal enterprise. From sex trafficking and forced labor to witness tampering and bribery, the prosecution outlined the full scope of the allegations and urged jurors to hold Combs accountable once and for all.
Why Prosecutors Dropped the Attempted Arson and Kidnapping Theories in the Diddy Trial
Federal prosecutors dropped two shocking allegations from the Diddy trial—but it’s not what you think. Here’s why the arson and kidnapping theories were pulled, and why it doesn’t weaken the RICO case as much as it seems.
Everything the Jury Has Heard: A Full Recap of the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Trial So Far
After six intense weeks of testimony, both the prosecution and defense have rested their cases in the federal criminal trial against Sean “Diddy” Combs. From shocking witness accounts to graphic video evidence and financial records, here’s a complete recap of everything the jury has seen and heard—day by day—before closing arguments begin.
Day 28: Cross-Examination of Final Witness Ends With Shocking Video—Prosecution Rests
After nearly a month of graphic testimony and damning evidence, the prosecution has officially rested its case against Sean “Diddy” Combs. Day 28 brought a tense cross-examination, suspicious text messages, flight records, and a final, explicit video shown in court. Here’s what went down before the baton passed to the defense.
Behind Closed Doors: What Really Happens During Jury Deliberation
Jury deliberation is the final, private step of a criminal trial—but it’s also one of the most powerful. This post breaks down what actually happens behind the jury room doors, from selecting a foreperson to reaching a unanimous verdict, and why this step matters more than most people realize.
Day 27: Sex Tapes, Texts, and Tactical Defense—Inside the Most Explicit Day Yet in the Diddy Trial
Day 27 of the Diddy trial brought a disturbing shift in strategy as the defense played graphic videos and highlighted sexually explicit messages from accuser “Jane” in an attempt to reframe her testimony. But with overwhelming evidence of coercion, abuse, and manipulation, many believe the jury has already seen more than enough.
You Can Judge Me, But You Can’t Stop Me
Someone said I’d never become a prosecutor because of my OnlyFans. That comment hurt—but it didn’t break me. In this blog, I open up about the hate I’ve received, how I handle it, and why judgment doesn’t define my worth, my ambition, or my future.
$5,000 in London, $3,500 for Jane: Assistant’s Texts Reveal the Price of Loyalty in the Diddy Trial
With the prosecution preparing to rest and the defense ready to take the mic, Day 26 of the Diddy trial dropped receipts—literally. From a $5,000 personal note to text messages about cash deliveries to Jane, assistant Jonathan Perez’s testimony cracked open the quiet logistics of control. Here’s everything you missed.
Why I Went Back to OnlyFans—Even After It Broke Me
The first time I joined OnlyFans, I was young, naive, and blindly optimistic. It left me feeling burned out and broken. But this time? I came back with purpose, power, and boundaries. This isn’t just about money—it’s about reclaiming what once consumed me and proving I’m capable of doing it right.
Not Quite Straight, Not Quite Bi: My Experience With Fluidity, Friendship, and Female Intimacy
I always thought I was straight—until I wasn’t. Or maybe I was. All I know is, girlhood got complicated when friendship started to feel like something more. In this deeply personal reflection, I open up about early intimacy, queer curiosity, and the labels that never quite fit. From my first relationship with a girl named Autumn to later connections built on both love and confusion, this is a story about fluidity, exploration, and owning your truth—whatever that looks like today.