Because it really does!
A Reflection on Identity and the Stories We Tell Who are you? It’s a question we ask and answer in so many ways – usually without pausing to consider what we are really saying. Most often, we answer with what we do. “I’m a lawyer.” “I’m a mother.” “I’m an entrepreneur.” “I’m a healer.” It becomes our shorthand. A way More →
In many conservative societies across the world, women are raised with an unspoken script, a set of rules so deeply ingrained that it takes years, sometimes decades, to even notice they exist. For Asian and African women in Kenya, navigating the cultural expectations of family, faith, and tradition, the narrative can be particularly tight. Be good. Be nice. Be quiet. More →
Easter always makes me pause. Not for its religious significance – that’s never been part of my path – but for the quiet invitation it holds. The whisper that says: “What if this could be your time to rise again?” I’ve been thinking a lot about the metaphor of resurrection. Not the kind wrapped in dogma or doctrine, but the More →
I was recently speaking to some friends who were visiting Kenya from the UK. They asked me what I thought of the Maasai Mara and Amboseli – the two places they were visiting on their trip. And, I responded that I saw each park, each reserve, as having a soul, all with different moods, mysteries, and magnetic presence? “Almost like More →
I’ve been reflecting a lot lately on boundaries – how we set them, how we struggle with them, and how they can either create distance or foster deeper respect and connection. One of my coaching clients recently shared how difficult she finds it to set boundaries. She identifies as a people pleaser, constantly navigating the delicate dance of saying ‘yes’ More →
We’re told success looks like long hours, constant output, and unshakeable ambition. We’re praised for being busy, productive, and resilient – even when our bodies are screaming for rest. We’re celebrated for “pushing through” and “showing up”, even when something inside us quietly whispers, “Is this really what I worked so hard for?” As a coach and healer, I work More →
Diwali, known as the festival of lights, is a time for celebrating the triumph of good over evil, light over darkness. Yet, as the years go by, I see more and more fireworks displays becoming a core part of Diwali celebrations here in Nairobi and around the world. Traditionally, fireworks weren’t part of Diwali, and though I’ve spoken out against More →
Today I want to share a personal tale that speaks to the often-overlooked detriments of noise, especially from the perspective of someone who thrives on peace and tranquillity. As a holistic healer, my world is built on the foundations of calmness, stillness, and the gentle hum of nature’s melody. Yet, my current living situation is anything but tranquil. Picture this: More →