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.
The It Girl Blueprint: Confidence, Chaos, and Knowing You’re That Bitch
The It Girl isn’t perfect. She’s powerful. She’s the one who walks into chaos and owns it like it’s couture. This isn’t about aesthetics—it’s about energy. If you’ve ever felt too much, too loud, too bold… congratulations. You’re already her.
5 Supreme Court Cases That Changed Everything (And Still Control Your Life)
The Supreme Court isn’t just a courtroom—it’s a force that defines how we live, love, fight, protest, and exist. From school segregation and abortion rights to Miranda warnings and marriage equality, these five cases shaped American life as we know it. And their influence hasn’t gone anywhere.
The Epidemic We Still Don’t Take Seriously: A Study on Sexual Abuse in America
Sexual violence is not rare. It’s not exaggerated. It’s not about “bad hookups” or misunderstood signals. It’s an epidemic. In this blog, I break down the reality of sexual abuse in America—the statistics, the silence, the survivors, and the culture that protects predators. Inspired by the Diddy trial, this study is my loudest scream yet—for truth, justice, and every survivor who deserved better.
The Trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs Begins: Opening Statements Just Set the Tone
Sean “Diddy” Combs is officially on trial—and the opening statements, courtroom atmosphere, and federal indictment paint a chilling portrait of power used to exploit and control. This post breaks down Day 1 of the trial, the evidence, the missing witness twist, and why this isn’t just a celebrity case—it’s a cultural reckoning.
Severance: A Mind-Bending Workplace Horror We Can’t Clock Out Of
I had to watch Severance twice to appreciate its brilliance. The first time, I was bored and confused. The second time? I was obsessed. This isn’t just a slow-burn sci-fi—it’s a chilling, cerebral masterpiece about identity, control, and the emotional cost of compartmentalizing your pain. In this review, I break down the themes, characters, standout moments, and why Season 2’s finale changed everything.
A Legacy of Love: What My Mother and Grandmother Taught Me About Strength
This Mother’s Day, I’m honoring two women who raised me in love, chaos, and courage. My grandmother Diane gave me stability. My mother Erica gave me fire. Together, they gave me everything I needed to survive, succeed, and heal.
Reads, Rants & One-Liners: The Housewives Quotes That Live in My Head Rent-Free
These women didn’t just give us drama—they gave us dialogue that lives in our heads, group chats, and memes forever. This post breaks down the most iconic quotes from each Real Housewives franchise and honors the queens of confessionals who turned insults into art.
They Weren’t Just Characters—They Were Warnings, Mirrors, and Lessons
These aren’t just fictional characters—they’re emotional blueprints. Each one taught me something about survival, power, trauma, or self-worth. In this piece, I break down nine of the most psychologically complex characters I’ve ever connected with—and what they revealed about me.
“We the People”—And Who That Never Meant: A Legal Study of the U.S. Constitution
The Constitution isn’t just a historical artifact—it’s the legal blueprint for every right, law, and loophole in America. If you don’t understand how it works, you don’t understand power. This post breaks down what the Constitution really says, how it still governs your life, and why “We the People” was never meant to include everyone.
The Greatest Revenge Story Ever Told: The Count of Monte Cristo
The Count of Monte Cristo isn’t just a classic—it’s the blueprint for every revenge story that came after it. This piece is a full breakdown of betrayal, transformation, and the emotional toll of vengeance. From chapter one to final reckoning, we follow Edmond Dantès as he rises from innocent sailor to merciless mastermind—and eventually, something softer.
The Loneliness of Outgrowing People Who Felt Like Home
Some friendships don’t end—they just fade. Not because of drama or betrayal, but because the version of you that once fit so easily with them doesn’t exist anymore. This piece is about the grief of growing apart, the guilt of moving forward, and the peace that comes when you stop shrinking to stay close.
The Power of Reinvention: You’re Allowed to Change Your Mind, Your Style, Your Story
You don’t owe anyone consistency. You’re allowed to evolve, to contradict yourself, and to outgrow past versions of you that no longer feel honest. Reinvention isn’t a betrayal—it’s a reclamation. This piece is for anyone who’s ever felt trapped by who they used to be.
I Was So Good at Performing, I Forgot I Wasn’t Okay
I wasn’t healed—I was productive. I wasn’t happy—I was useful. For years, I tied my worth to how impressive I could be. But behind every achievement was a scared, high-functioning girl performing perfection just to feel safe. This is the story of how I mistook survival for success—and what happened when the performance stopped.
A Study in Chaos: Why Pretty Little Liars Couldn’t Handle Its Own Mystery
Pretty Little Liars trained us to pay attention—then punished us for doing it. This blog post dissects how a once-promising teen mystery collapsed under the weight of its own chaos. From endless plot holes and discarded storylines to predatory “romances” and last-minute twists, here’s why the mystery that started it all couldn’t handle its own hype.
The Psychology of Joe Goldberg: Charm, Obsession, and the Dangerous Myth of the ’Misunderstood’ Man
Joe Goldberg is not misunderstood—he’s calculated. This blog dives into the psychological makeup of TV’s most manipulative antihero, exposing the dangerous blend of charm, obsession, and unresolved trauma that drives his violence—and why viewers keep forgiving him.
Holy Hell: Why The Righteous Gemstones Is the Most Chaotic (and Accurate) Satire on TV
Holy Hell: Why The Righteous Gemstones Is the Most Chaotic (and Accurate) Satire on TV” is a deep dive into Danny McBride’s hilarious, unhinged megachurch masterpiece. From shotgun sermons to emotional breakdowns in sequins, this blog explores the Gemstone family’s hypocrisy, dysfunction, and glitter-drenched brilliance—with a few Succession comparisons sprinkled in for good measure.
Met Gala 2025: Who Ate, Who Starved, and Who Needs to Be Banned
The Met Gala is the Super Bowl of fashion, and this year’s theme—Superfine: Tailoring Black Style—was both a celebration and a challenge. Some stars understood the assignment and made history. Others… well, made headlines for all the wrong reasons. From best-dressed icons to couture catastrophes, here’s my no-filter breakdown of the 2025 Met Gala.
The Trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs: What You Need to Know Before It All Unfolds
Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs is officially on trial in federal court—and this isn’t just about fame or fortune. It’s about decades of alleged abuse, a deeply complex legal case, and what justice looks like in the face of celebrity power. Here’s everything you need to know before the evidence starts unfolding.
You: The Evolution of Joe Goldberg — From Delusional Romantic to Delusional Prisoner
Joe Goldberg was never chasing love — he was chasing control. You wasn’t a love story. It was a horror story told from inside the mind of a monster, and by the final season, Joe could no longer outrun the truth he spent years hiding from: himself.
My 2025 NFL Draft Reactions: The Good and The Bad
In a draft full of chaos, shockers, and smart moves, I’m breaking down the 2025 NFL Draft with brutal honesty. From the picks I loved, to the ones that made me audibly gasp, to the moments that had me questioning entire franchises — here’s my unfiltered take on the good and the bad.