Losing a Friend
By Mary Kitazi In my childhood era I had a close girl best friend. We were very close and lived in the same neighborhood. We…
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Walking My Way Back in Colour
Even the simplest act, putting one foot in front of the other, felt heavy, resisted, almost unnatural. And that
A Reflection on Stillness
There was a day in 2020 or 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic, when I drove myself to Karura Forest and walked 5km on my own.…
Mental Health Awareness Month 2026: Navigating “More Good Days” in Kenya
I. The History/ Why Celebrate Mental Health Awareness:For many people, mental health is a topic with a complicated history shrouded in stigma and misconception. This…
I had to Eulogise my mum
I had to write my mum’s eulogy
I was told it’s because I was the oldest
The oldest CHILD.
I had to step up.
I wanna share a piece of it with you.
Earth Day
Earth Day is an international holiday dedicated to environmental protection and awareness of the
importance of taking meaningful steps to safeguard our planet. It is celebrated annually on 22nd
April (Dayspedia, 2026).
World Bipolar Day
WORLD BIPOLAR DAY 2026 #BipolarStrong Statistical Analysis In 2021, an estimated 37 million people inclusive of approximately 34 million adults were living with bipolar disorder…
World Autism Day
I. What is Autism: Autism (also called Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)) is a lifelong and complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects different parts of a person’s…
Healing in Colour
Healing doesn’t follow a straight path, and it isn’t supposed to. Some people heal quietly, learning to breathe again without needing to explain. Others heal…
Self-Injury in Africa: A Reality We Rarely Talk About
By Veronica Wanyee Why Self-Injury Awareness Day On March 1st, many people around the world observe Self-Injury Awareness Day. This is a day held to…
Therapy & Mental Health Resources by The Artistic Psychologist
Service Type Provider Details Contact / Location Private Psychiatric Hospital Chiromo Hospital Group Inpatient & outpatient mental health care, therapy, psychiatric services. Nairobi (37 Muthangari…
Mazoezi ya Kutuliza Hisia: Mwongozo mwepesi wa Kukabiliana na Hisia Nzito
1. Kutuliza Hisia ni nini? Kutuliza Hisia ni jumla ya mambo yanayokusaidia kurudisha makini yako na kuirudia hali yako uliyokuwamo kabla ya kuvamiwa na hisia.…
Grounding Exercises: A Quick Guide for Intense Emotions
1. What Is Grounding? Grounding is a set of strategies that help you return your attention to the present moment when intense emotions, intrusive thoughts,…
Through this Mirror of Mine
To love the self is a radical act. That we can take but a moment to acknowledge our presence and being amidst the stream of…
The City Called Love
Come join me on this journey,
To a city called LOVE
Where many have tried to take me
One promised me heaven
And couldn’t even deliver earth
Freedom
The Dictionary defines freedom as the quality or state of being exempt or released usually from something onerous. Most of the times, we think of…
When I Finally Chose Me
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You can’t bring in the new without processing the old
I have always known that I have a natural tendency to cry especially when I’m sad, andI never try to suppress it because I don’t…
How to Hold Social Media Loosely (and Still Be Online)
By Alstair Wamaitha- Therapist, human, recovering scroller, lover of slow mornings Lately, I’ve found myself craving a slower, simpler way of being. I picture myself…
Navigating Self-Esteem in the Digital Age: Social media and its effects
In Kenya as in many parts of the world today, social media has transcended its initial basic use as a medium for sending messages and…
My Abled Differently Journey
When I sit down and reminisce over my disability or abled differently journey, my early childhood has been so far the most interesting but challenging…
What have you done for me lately?
Back in the day, I would dance to this song without much care. I mean the song has a nice vibe and a ring to…
Let The Marbles Fall
I hesitate. My fingers hover over ‘post,’ my hands curl around the edges of an unfinished idea. It is almost right. Almost. But almost is…
Recent Abductions
Since 2024 and following the introduction of the controversial Finance Bill, there has been public outcry throughout Kenya to stop the alleged abduction and torture…
Anxiety from the Political Climate in our Country
Our first A Conversation at a Time this year focused on anxiety stemming from the political climate in our country. Through open and vulnerable discussions, we explored how…
Freedom within, the Power of Self Acceptance
I, however I was, however I've been
However, I am, is still..ME
US the phases I've had
The faces I've made...
FREEDOM
A Little Bit Of A Backstory The Artistic Psychologist began as a blog during my university days, a response to a profound emotional need after…
A recap of 2024
2024 has been an eventful year, characterised by collaboration and growth. Here is an overview of our activities this year. A Conversation At A Time…
“To Be Chronic”
Every so often, when things get bad again, I get frustrated and impatient with myself. I think that’s the part of me that wants things…
Observers and Participants
Sports. I love playing them. Unfortunately, I dislike watching them just as much. Oddly enough, the rest of my family are avid sports watchers. That…