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How to make choices that shape your destiny

Every decision involves an element or degree of risk. Those who take the risk accomplish a lot in life. You can reduce the risk involved by making the right decisions

By Bishop David Muriithi 2026-05-15 07:10:14

How to make choices that shape your destiny

Why is it so hard for me to just relax around people?

By Chris Hart 2026-05-09 13:00:00

Terrifying moment you realise you've become your mother

Growing up, you judged her habits and promised yourself you would be the "chill" parent. Yet, here you are, a few years in and the transformation is nearly complete

By Agnes Mwandawiro 2026-05-09 09:00:00

Emotional struggle of waiting for a second pregnancy

Building a family is often imagined as a linear journey, but for many couples, that path takes an unexpected turn after the first child

By Joan Oyiela 2026-05-02 13:03:23

Emotional struggle of waiting for a second pregnancy

When private habits do us more harm than good

While hidden rituals may feel like the quiet labour of self-healing, they often serve only to reinforce the walls of emotional isolation

By Esther Muchene 2026-04-30 08:19:31

When private habits do us more harm than good

Are you getting enough sleep as a mother or just surviving?

Mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression are more likely to occur when the brain and body do not get sufficient rest

By Jael Wakesho 2026-04-29 09:30:00

Are you getting enough sleep as a mother or just surviving?

Why taking care of your health is the ultimate self-care

With issues like obesity, diabetes, heart diseases and other chronic illnesses now causing as many deaths as malnutrition, highlighting the need for healthy living

By Bishop David Muriithi 2026-04-24 11:41:28

Why taking care of your health is the ultimate self-care

Who are you when no one is watching?

There is often a sharp contrast between the proper behaviour people display in public and the toxic patterns they exhibit behind closed doors

By Esther Muchene 2026-04-22 09:30:00

Handling freedom anxiety in children during school holidays

The school holidays are here, and children are naturally expected to be excited. However, the change from a structured school routine to unstructured time at home can result in freedom anxiety

By Anjellah Owino 2026-04-17 10:23:19

Handling freedom anxiety in children during school holidays

'I live for myself': Why Ainam Chamere Ashley chose tubal ligation at 24

A 24-year-old woman’s decision to undergo permanent sterilisation is fuelling debate on bodily autonomy, the childfree movement, and evolving contraceptive trends in Kenya.

By Tania Omusale 2026-04-15 10:14:04

'I live for myself': Why Ainam Chamere Ashley chose tubal ligation at 24

Transform your bedroom into a sleep sanctuary

In our busy day-to-day lives, quality sleep can feel elusive, yet one simple habit may prove remarkably effective: sleeping in a clean bed within a tidy bedroom

By Jael Wakesho 2026-04-15 08:49:48