Mental health awareness is at an all-time high, and as a mental health enthusiast, I couldn’t be happier. For years, I’ve been shouting about mental well-being from the rooftops, encouraging people to seek help and normalize mental health conversations.
But lately, I’ve noticed some concerning trends in how we talk about and engage with mental…
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Stress is an inevitable part of the professional world. Deadlines, demanding clients, high workloads, and workplace politics create an environment where emotions can run high. While some professionals handle stress with grace, others experience emotional outbursts, workplace conflicts, and burnout.
Have you ever found yourself snapping at a colleague over a minor mistake? Feeling…
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This week, I had an unexpected but refreshing encounter. While on my morning walk, I met an advocate who used to practice before me when I worked in Milimani Law Courts. We exchanged pleasantries and, as lawyers do, quickly delved into a discussion about the state of legal practice…
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A friend recently sent me an Instagram reel featuring a guy acting out the famous Valentine’s song:
“Valentine’s is coming… where is your boyfriend?” 🎶
If you’ve spent any time online in February, you’ve probably heard this playful (but sometimes triggering) tune making the rounds. And let’s be real—Valentine’s season brings up a…
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"If you keep carrying old bricks, you will build the same house."
Read that again.
How many times have you found yourself in the same unhealthy relationships, stuck in an unfulfilling job, or repeating self-sabotaging behaviors? It’s not because you want to—it’s because your…
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As we step into 2025, the field of psychology is poised for significant change, driven by technological advancements, evolving societal needs, and growing advocacy for mental health. From artificial intelligence to diversity, inclusion, and cross-border collaboration, the trends shaping the profession this year demand our attention and adaptation.…
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As the weekend begins, it’s the perfect time to pause, reset, and reflect on how we’re showing up for ourselves this year. 2025 is not just another chapter; it’s an opportunity to rewrite old patterns that no longer serve us.
Here’s what…
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The start of a new year often brings fresh goals and aspirations. For many, weight loss and health improvement top the list, but these goals can sometimes lead to the adoption of unsustainable or harmful practices. One such trend gaining momentum is intermittent fasting (IF).…
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No matter how kind, generous, or hardworking you are, someone will always find a reason to criticize you. It’s a fact of life: people will talk, regardless of what you do. Whether you're succeeding or struggling, there will always be voices trying to pull you down.
But here is the truth: their…
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Consistency is one of the most underrated superpowers. It doesn’t rely on dramatic transformations or immediate results. Instead, it’s about the small, deliberate steps we take daily—often without an audience or applause.
On January 3, 2025, I embarked on a personal walking challenge. My goal was simple…
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Navigating workplace relationships can make or break your career. After over a decade in government, I've seen how some individuals can subtly (or blatantly) derail your progress and reputation. Inspired by Lead Like a Girl: The New Leadership Playbook for Women and Men by Dalia Feldheim, this blog outlines the key personality types…
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Teenage girls today are navigating a confidence crisis, as revealed in a recent study that struck a chord with me. It showed that 53% of girls feel persistently sad or hopeless, while two-thirds report that body image negatively impacts their confidence. Even more heartbreaking, nearly 60% of high school…
