Festive trails are not about distance covered or destinations reached. They are about reconnection with people, with memory, with parts of ourselves we neglect the rest of the year
The moment you step off the bus, your parents switch roles. You may have survived Nairobi traffic, rent and deadlines, but nothing prepares you for the festive season back home
Living
By Silas Nyamweya Dec. 24, 2025
The maternal bond is traditionally viewed as the ultimate source of nurturance, yet, for some, this relationship is characterised by a pattern of psychological control and manipulation
Wellness
By Esther Muchene Dec. 24, 2025
I have teenagers, and we row! They roll their eyes, storm off, slam doors, they’re prickly, rebellious and secretive. What am I doing wrong?
Parenting
By Chris Hart Dec. 23, 2025
The tradition of gift-giving, particularly when appreciating the efforts of a dinner party host, has long been a cherished practice
Living
By Jael Wakesho Dec. 23, 2025
Gone are the days of unsolicited advice and intrusive questions. Today’s aunties are redefining what it means to be a supportive, loving and fun presence in the lives of their nieces and nephews
Wellness
By Anjellah Owino Dec. 23, 2025
The holiday season brings joy, laughter, and family gatherings, but for mums, it often transforms into a never-ending to-do list of last-minute shopping and festive preparations
Living
By Jael Wakesho Dec. 22, 2025
December brings celebration and connection, but also pressure from endless invites, expectations, and emotional demands. Amid the festive cheer, it’s easy to forget to protect your own peace
Wellness
By Eve Waruingi Dec. 20, 2025
It’s that time of year again when you can mix business with pleasure. However, one misstep could make you the talk of the office. So, how can you enjoy yourself without crossing the line?
Career Tips
By Esther Muchene Dec. 20, 2025
Are you at a point of giving up or letting go? The way a person handles difficult times can make a difference between living a life of victory or one filled with bitterness, hostility and anger
Prospective parents should choose clinics and sperm banks that operate within recognised regulatory frameworks. These providers should clearly explain their donor programmes
Health
By Dr Alfred Murage Dec. 19, 2025
When false narratives, whether malicious or seemingly benign, are circulated about you, the psychological impact can be profound
Wellness
By Esther Muchene Dec. 17, 2025
Children are rarely alone; every gap is filled with screens, tutors, activities, background television, music streaming, constant supervision and constant stimulation
Parenting
By Jayne Rose Gacheri Dec. 17, 2025
This complex attachment is not rooted in healthy, consistent affection but in a cyclical pattern of abuse, emotional neglect, or significant parental inconsistency
Wellness
By Esther Muchene Dec. 16, 2025
Social media is flooded with images of glowing transformations and promises of instant confidence. But behind these photos lies a reality filled with pain and unspoken regret
Wellness
By Eve Waruingi Dec. 13, 2025
Wherever you live and whatever you do, it is almost impossible to avoid exposure to forever chemicals completely
Health
By Dr Alfred Murage Dec. 12, 2025
This relentless pursuit and often performance of perpetual happiness begs a necessary psychological curiosity: Is it truly possible or even healthy to always be happy?
Wellness
By Esther Muchene Dec. 11, 2025
The more pills you swallow daily, the more likely you aren’t doing yourself much good. You may be slowly poisoning yourself with unnecessary medication
Health
By Dr Alfred Murage Dec. 11, 2025
The purple square may seem like just a digital fad. But for many women, it has become a marker of an uncomfortable truth: the vigilance woven into everyday life is not unique to one country
Living
By Eve Waruingi Dec. 10, 2025
The constant bombardment of reels and carousels may prompt an unfair and psychologically damaging comparison to your own unedited, imperfect, complex life
Wellness
By Esther Muchene Dec. 10, 2025
With December being a natural time for reflection, what better moment is there to also plan ahead for the new year?
Living
By Anjellah Owino Dec. 9, 2025
Healing starts with recognising the trauma, learning to set healthy boundaries and choosing forgiveness, not to excuse past harm, but to free oneself from it
Parenting
By Eve Waruingi Dec. 9, 2025
From the effects of inherited trauma to the way they parent, Kenyan mothers are redefining the rules of love, discipline and emotional well-being
Parenting
By Lolita Bunde Dec. 6, 2025
Having money so easily accessible on our phones and having so many apps offering loans has driven many of us to near-poverty
Living
By Ciku Kimani-Mwaniki Dec. 5, 2025
December often arrives with packed schedules, social events, rich meals and long travel days. Festivities can strain the routines that support good health
Wellness
By Dr Alfred Murage Dec. 5, 2025
A typical household with small children will inevitably face respiratory infections multiple times a year
Health
By Dr Alfred Murage Dec. 4, 2025
Navigating any relationship, be it with friends, romantic partners, or work colleagues, requires establishing and enforcing boundaries, a process fundamentally rooted in assertiveness
Career Tips
By Esther Muchene Dec. 4, 2025
Nature and human socialisation make women self-conscious. Ladies, from an early age, care about how they appear and how people view them. Men catch up with this much later
Living
By Kenyatta Otieno Dec. 3, 2025
The way a person handles difficult times can make the difference between living a life of victory and one filled with bitterness, hostility, and anger
Social prescriptions, sometimes referred to as community referrals, are recommendations made by healthcare providers that direct individuals toward social activities or support groups
Living
By Dr Alfred Murage Dec. 3, 2025
While successfully navigating a crisis alone can momentarily boost self-efficacy, the overall effect of persistent isolation is often detrimental
Wellness
By Esther Muchene Dec. 2, 2025
Whether it is decorating a tree, baking together, attending church or sharing stories, these activities leave lasting impressions on children.
Wellness
By Anjellah Owino Nov. 29, 2025
Millions of users are adopting purple profile pictures or adding purple backgrounds as a bold and emotional stand against gender-based violence and femicide.
Public displays of affection, or PDA as many call it, have become part of how couples express love in their daily lives.
Wellness
By Timo Muthuri Nov. 8, 2025
There comes a quiet moment, often between the busyness of one life chapter and the mystery of the next, when you realise that the person you have been no longer feels like you
Wellness
By Timo Muthuri Nov. 5, 2025
Saying no is not selfish. In its own way, it is an act of radical self-respect
Wellness
By Eve Waruingi Nov. 4, 2025
The second time around, you’ll be far more ‘we’ focused. You’ll realise that a marriage is much more about being a team, and isn’t simply two people being sexy together
Relationships
By Chris Hart Nov. 3, 2025
The beauty conversation rarely touches on a quiet struggle many women face, the appearance of coarse, dark hair in traditionally male growth areas such as the chin, jawline and upper lip
As an employee, you have the right to a healthy work environment, and you can also take steps to prevent things from falling apart
Career Tips
By Esther Muchene Nov. 1, 2025
Thigh chafing, also known as 'chub rub', is one of the most common yet least discussed skin irritations among women
Health
By Ryan Kerubo Nov. 1, 2025
“Children don’t ask about elections or manifestos, but they ask about tears, about why people gather to sing, to wave flags, to whisper prayers
Parenting
By Jayne Rose Gacheri Oct. 30, 2025
Kenyans are known and feared for their sharp wit and savage comebacks online. But as the jokes fly, one question remains: is it pride or plain cruelty?
Living
By Eve Waruingi Oct. 29, 2025
Focus first on being involved in your teenager’s lives, quit if you’re a current user, and don’t let anyone smoke in your house
Parenting
By Chris Hart Oct. 28, 2025
Daughters who are constantly reminded of their parents’ high expectations have the best chance of growing up to become successful women
Parenting
By Chris Hart Oct. 28, 2025
It is important to realise that support does not always come from therapy alone. Talking to someone who understands what you are going through can make a real difference
Wellness
By Timo Muthuri Oct. 28, 2025
Those who have ever suffered infertility will be well versed in all the trauma that comes with the diagnosis
Health
By Dr Alfred Murage Oct. 24, 2025
Many people feel trapped or shrunk, having tried everything they know, but remain hopeless about any future change
While a manageable level of pressure can motivate performance, chronic work-related stress can lead to serious physical and emotional consequences
Career Tips
By Esther Muchene Oct. 23, 2025
Successful people have one characteristic: persistence, the ability to stay at it and not quit. Others include endurance, diligence, determination and perseverance
Everyone uses the toilet, yet most people flush without a second thought. It may sound unpleasant, but paying attention to what’s in the toilet bowl can reveal a lot about your gut health
Health
By Ryan Kerubo Oct. 22, 2025