Blog — Samoan identity
You’re Still Samoan Even If You Don’t Speak the Language
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This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. For many Samoans, not speaking the language carries a quiet kind of pain. It shows up in jokes that sting.In moments of silence when others are speaking.In the feeling of being “not Samoan enough.” Some people pull away from culture altogether because the shame feels too heavy.Others stay close but shrink themselves, afraid of being judged. If this sounds familiar, hear this clearly: You are still Samoan—even if you don’t speak the language. Where the Shame Comes...
Raising Samoan Kids Outside Samoa: What Matters Most
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This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Raising Samoan children outside of Samoa can feel heavy. There is love, pride, and deep responsibility—but also pressure. Pressure to teach everything. Pressure to “do culture right.” Pressure to make sure our children don’t lose who they are. Many parents quietly worry:What if I don’t know enough?What if my Samoan isn’t strong?What if my child grows up feeling disconnected? Here’s the truth that many of us need to hear more often:Culture is not about knowing everything. Culture is...