Now that you are older, you need to play the role of the annoying administration which forces you to face your fears or do that which you don’t like.
The Broom Stick Incident
I was probably around 7 or 8 at the time, I can’t quite tell. As years go by, the past becomes more of a blur. But I…… Read more “The Broom Stick Incident”
Songs of Slavery
Tutaimba hallelujah AmenTutafurahia kuonana na watakatifu huko juu.Tutaonana uso kwa usoKwa Imani tutaingia hukoTutaimba hallelujah Amen. It is a warm Sunday. The weather in the morning was…… Read more “Songs of Slavery”
Ladies and gentlemen, we need to talk.
This lady looks like her brain has malfunctioned. It’s like her brain is a calculator, and the formula typed in has brought back a ‘syntax error.’
So she asks me again, “Are there men who actually do that?”
Letter From A Loner
Hey you. I know we have not talked in a while but by now, it shouldn’t come as a surprise, should it? By now, you’re used to…… Read more “Letter From A Loner”
Blood Trail
It is one very cold night. The fresh smell of wet soil fills the air, ushering in the dark clouds that peek from the west, slowly engulfing…… Read more “Blood Trail”
Matters National Examinations.
How can you deal with candidates who are devastated by their national examinations results?
Curiosity….?
Over the last few weeks, I have been thinking about how people respond to information, and how effective warnings, instructions and disclaimers can be in affecting people’s…… Read more “Curiosity….?”
A Blank “Article”
The link leads to a blank “article”. NOTHING IS WRITTEN ON IT. Clicking the link will waste about 1 minute of your time, time you will NEVER get back. Don’t believe me? Click on the link.
One Last Mess
This is a disclaimer. If you have ever been a victim of rape and reading about similar events (including fiction) might bring the trauma back, please take caution before you consider reading this fictional story.
A Drop in Chaos
Have you ever thought about the reasons why a child seems happy and you’re not? Let’s explore the possible answers.
And The Pre-Teens Were Listening
We talked, and they listened. We talked about sexual freedom. No restrictions on who I should get intimate with. Why should there be any restrictions? What’s so…… Read more “And The Pre-Teens Were Listening”
Instagram of Old
Did this obsession with showing only the best versions of our lives on social media start with us? Let’s find out.
Winning a Fight
In this article, we look at the various factors that play a role in how physical confrontations turn out, and what could make you want to avoid them altogether. Enjoy the read…
Depression and Time
This is a real-life account of someone struggling with mental health. This article is written in the hopes of shading more light on how someone experiencing similar difficulties might be feeling. This article is not meant to excuse unproductivity, but to let other people who might be struggling with the same to know that they are not alone, and that help can be sought and received.
Letter To My Friends
Dear friends, In light of very special circumstances, I take this chance to write to you (from me, for real this time!). When special occasions like this…… Read more “Letter To My Friends”
My Sincere Prayer
Dear God, It is me, again. I feel like I have been reaching out more often than usual of late, but I believe that you don’t mind;…… Read more “My Sincere Prayer”
Recipe For an Unproductive Discussion
In this day and age, most people are trying to have discussions. These discussions can be about politics, religion, gender and sexuality, among others. They might not…… Read more “Recipe For an Unproductive Discussion”
Letter To a 7 Year Old
Dear kid, I hope you have had a long and fun day. Did you watch your favorite cartoon today? Or maybe you are the outdoors type, in…… Read more “Letter To a 7 Year Old”
Till Death Do Us Part
They had just had a huge fight. He could not believe that his worst fears had come true. How could she lay with another man, in their…… Read more “Till Death Do Us Part”
We Are Not Alike
“People never change.” I tend to disagree. Unless convinced otherwise, I don’t believe most people who claim that ‘people never change’ actually believe what they utter. What…… Read more “We Are Not Alike”
Substitution: Research In, Thinking Out.
“Research shows…””Statistics indicate that…””Studies have proven that…” Those are phrases that you have probably heard, or seen, a few times over the last few days at least,…… Read more “Substitution: Research In, Thinking Out.”
Therapy Session: Part Four
Welcome back to this series. If this is your first time reading the Therapy Session, kindly read the compilation of the whole story (including part four), here.…… Read more “Therapy Session: Part Four”
Be Honest With Your Friend
We have walked through the importance of being honest with your loved ones before in a previous article, but in this article, we are going to talk…… Read more “Be Honest With Your Friend”
When Your Strength Becomes Your Downfall
Strive to create an environment where your friends and family don’t have to self-destruct for you to pay attention to them, because that’s not how everyone deals with challenges.
Therapy Session: Part Three.
Welcome back to this series. If this is your first time reading the Therapy Session, kindly read parts one and two first. Alternatively, you can read the…… Read more “Therapy Session: Part Three.”
Therapy Session: Compilation
This is a compilation of all the ‘Therapy session’ articles, and will be updated as consequent articles are posted. He walks in with a smile on his…… Read more “Therapy Session: Compilation”
A Letter From Your Fan
Dear upcoming artist,You must be one of the strongest and most resilient people I know. How do I know this? Well, do you remember the project that…… Read more “A Letter From Your Fan”
HONESTLY SPEAKING
Human beings are very complex creatures. First of all, we are animals, and like other animal species, we have a brain, which makes us function. At the…… Read more “HONESTLY SPEAKING”
THERAPY SESSION: PART TWO
There’s a long pause, about seven seconds long. It may not sound like much, but seven seconds can be very long, depending on the context. Just ask…… Read more “THERAPY SESSION: PART TWO”
THERAPY SESSION
He walks in with a smile on his face. The kind that seems to be controlled by the smooth blood gently flowing under his skin; ever so…… Read more “THERAPY SESSION”
YOLO AND OTHER SHORT STORIES.
I have always found it interesting to read up on, and observe popular culture. In one aspect, it gives you a sneak peek at what people desire,…… Read more “YOLO AND OTHER SHORT STORIES.”
A LETTER FROM YOUR PROGENY.
Dear dad. I love you. I know I have told you this before, more than once, but I always feel like I do not say it enough.…… Read more “A LETTER FROM YOUR PROGENY.”
PART 3. VALUES: THE DEXTER EFFECT.
This is part three of a three- part series. You can find part one ‘HERE’, and part two ‘HERE’. Words have a very interesting way of creating…… Read more “PART 3. VALUES: THE DEXTER EFFECT.”
DON’T BEG
Have you ever interacted with a toddler? They are the most irritating and the sweetest creatures you could ever encounter, all at the same time. Of course,…… Read more “DON’T BEG”
PART 2. VALUES: THE SEQUEL
This is part two of a three part series. You can read part one HERE. Values… Values are socially approved desires and goals that are internalized through…… Read more “PART 2. VALUES: THE SEQUEL”
BLURRED BANK
She is woken up by her siblings. It seems earlier than usual, considering she is not going to school today. She is used to sleeping a little…… Read more “BLURRED BANK”
PART 1. VALUES: Grow Up.
This is part one of a three part series. I had just joined pre-school when a classmate refused to share the classroom toys. And I cried. I…… Read more “PART 1. VALUES: Grow Up.”
SINNERS ON SINNERS
For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Whether you are the “religious/spiritual type” or not, one thing is for certain; all human…… Read more “SINNERS ON SINNERS”
WHAT’S BEST FOR YOU
Most, if not all of us, strive to do what’s best for us, as individuals. It’s how we try to achieve this objective that differs, depending on…… Read more “WHAT’S BEST FOR YOU”
A LETTER FROM YOUR WRITER
Dear reader, I hope you get to read this, because I don’t know what to write anymore.Lately, it almost feels like my mind freezes whenever I sit…… Read more “A LETTER FROM YOUR WRITER”
THE OVERQUALIFIED TEACHER.
He has just finished giving out the Physics papers to his 46 under-performing students, and carefully repeated the same instructions he has been giving for the past…… Read more “THE OVERQUALIFIED TEACHER.”
ONE OF THOSE DAYS
I wake up in a relatively good mood, and I feel like I’m about to have a very nice day. I check the time, and it’s three…… Read more “ONE OF THOSE DAYS”
MY PARALYSIS FRIEND.
My first experience with sleep paralysis was terrifying, even more terrifying than the time I could smell my dead uncle’s corpse in my dream. It was during…… Read more “MY PARALYSIS FRIEND.”
RELIGION: BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU BELIEVE.
Unlike quite a number of people in my generation, I actually appreciate the concept of spirituality. I acknowledge its utility in the world. I believe it keeps…… Read more “RELIGION: BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU BELIEVE.”
RAPE: AND HOW PREMATURE POLARIZATION IS DOING MORE HARM THAN GOOD.
Lately, I have taken a considerable amount of time to look at the public’s response to rape cases, and I have to say, my observation gives me…… Read more “RAPE: AND HOW PREMATURE POLARIZATION IS DOING MORE HARM THAN GOOD.”
A LETTER FROM YOUR CHILD.
Dear mom, I love you. You are the best thing that ever happened to me. I notice you struggle a lot, and sometimes, you don’t look happy.…… Read more “A LETTER FROM YOUR CHILD.”
KARMA
Some of the ideas that attract the most attention are driven by hate and lack the element of taking responsibility for one’s actions. So I’ll choose the…… Read more “KARMA”
You’re Just In A Relationship.
As some of you have noticed, and have talked about already, this one question has, one time or the other, comes up. Why does it seem like,…… Read more “You’re Just In A Relationship.”
Your Friend’s Killer
September is an important month, not only because awesome people are born in September, but also because it is a month which quite a number of people…… Read more “Your Friend’s Killer”
TRUST: THE BLINDFOLD
You are given an array of options to choose from: all straight roads, or so they seem. You are given the freedom to walk on any of…… Read more “TRUST: THE BLINDFOLD”
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