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Why destruction of trees will likely lead to fights over water resources

 22-year-old Kenyan environmental activist Truphena Muthoni hugged a tree for 72 straight hours. [Amos Kiarie, Standard]

In an extreme show of commitment, resilience, purpose and focus, Truphena Muthoni recently hugged a tree for 72 straight hours.

It may seem mundane, even inconsequential, but this feat boggles the mind. In her place, I, and I believe many, would have had the itch to scratch or pass water within the first five minutes. Willfully going for three days without food, water, sleep, while standing up and exposed to the elements is phenomenal. 

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